Hickison Summit Dispersed

Bureau of Land ManagementFree CampingNear Austin, Nevada

High desert dispersed camping at Hickison Summit along the Loneliest Road in America. Petroglyph site nearby. Vast basin-and-range views and world-class dark skies.

Coordinates

39.4070, -117.0570

Land Agency

Bureau of Land Management

Elevation

6,500 ft

Max Stay

14 days

Cell Service

none

Water Available

No - pack all water

Access Notes

US-50 east of Austin. Pulloffs along BLM roads. 2WD fine. Very remote, carry all supplies.

Free Camping near Austin

Hickison Summit Dispersed is one of the closest free dispersed camping options to Austin, Nevada. Located on Bureau of Land Management land at 6,500 feet elevation, this spot offers a no-cost alternative to developed campgrounds in the area. No reservation is required.

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