Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area
BLM
Write a Review Lincoln Highway Austin, NV 89310 775-635-4000 Official WebsiteGPS: 39.4493, -116.7514
Overview of Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Dawn on 5/22/2022
Longest RV Reported: 37 feet (Class A)
Reported by Dawn on 5/22/2022
Number of Sites 16
Elevation 6,561 ft / 1,999 m
Max Length 25 ft
Tent Camping Yes







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Reviews of Hickison Petroglyph Recreation Area 18 people have reviewed this location.
“Can’t complain for free”
Reviewed 5/22/2022
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
This is a free FCFS BLM campground located approximately 3/4 mile off US 50. It was a washboard gravel road. At the end of the road you can go left to a picnic area which had a nice area to disconnect a vehicle or turn around. To the right was the actual campground. There are no hook ups of any type. There were bathrooms, but I did not... more
This is a free FCFS BLM campground located approximately 3/4 mile off US 50. It was a washboard gravel road. At the end of the road you can go left to a picnic area which had a nice area to disconnect a vehicle or turn around. To the right was the actual campground. There are no hook ups of any type. There were bathrooms, but I did not use them so can’t comment on condition. There were trash cans located throughout the campground. Various types of sites including back in, pull through, or just pull off parallel to the road. Sites also various sizes. Several for larger rigs (camped in a 37 foot class A). Most of the sites did not appear level. Auto leveler on our RV would not work due to extreme side to side angle, needed blocks and to manual level. Campsite included a picnic table, grill, and fire ring. Despite being close to the highway, was very quiet campground. There were approximately 10 campers on this particular night. Had 2-3 bars of Verizon signal. Was able to stream videos, text, and search the internet.
Dawn would stay here again
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“Undisturbed and convenient off hiway 50”
Reviewed 5/14/2022
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | Just to the right 3rd spot |
good overnight half way across state just off 50. Several spots filled up by 7:30. we arrived 5:30, only two spots taken. we had a very adequate spot for our TV and 21 ft camper. no wind, beautiful skies, and magnificent views when hiking the petroglyphs. most were vandalized, however, at different decades.
Clayman would stay here again
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“Not terrible, not amazing”
Reviewed 10/1/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
I had high expectations for this place after reading the reviews, but ended up being disappointed upon arrival. We stayed here on a Tuesday and had plenty of sites to chose from. However, as others have noted, this campground isn’t the best for larger rigs. The sites aren’t super level either, but we managed alright. Most of the... more
I had high expectations for this place after reading the reviews, but ended up being disappointed upon arrival.
We stayed here on a Tuesday and had plenty of sites to chose from. However, as others have noted, this campground isn’t the best for larger rigs. The sites aren’t super level either, but we managed alright.
Most of the trash cans were overflowing. And there was some left-behind trash in our site and fire pit.
Perhaps the most disappointing part was the graffiti and destruction of the petroglyphs sites. It was rampant and very upsetting to see. People have literally carved their names over top of petroglyphs. 😢
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“Great find”
Reviewed 6/21/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Was just driving by, saw sign, spontaneously went for it. At 5pm only 3 of 16 spots were occupied. By 9pm was half full. Clean, quiet, sweet petroglyph and view walk. Trash cans at each site. Shade at most sites. Pit toilets are stinky but clean. Free. Very grateful for this place and BLMs care of it.
maile would stay here again
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“Great find!”
Reviewed 6/16/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Very nice BLM campground. Many of the sites are among trees which help provide much needed shade and wind protection. Other surrounding unshaded sites seem to be a bit larger. We managed to fit our 22 foot RV into one of the shady spots and was fairly level. The vault toilets were reasonably clean. We arrived late in the afternoon (... more
Very nice BLM campground. Many of the sites are among trees which help provide much needed shade and wind protection. Other surrounding unshaded sites seem to be a bit larger. We managed to fit our 22 foot RV into one of the shady spots and was fairly level. The vault toilets were reasonably clean.
We arrived late in the afternoon (after 5:30) and saw many open sites. Entry road is gravel and washboard in many spots; about 1/4 to 1/3 mile to campground area.
Unfortunately we had to leave early so did not have time to see the petroglyphs.
MJ would stay here again
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“Beautiful spot”
Reviewed 6/8/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 3 |
Great spot beautiful views and hike sad thing about it was some had graffitied the petroglyphs. I would say no one big than our 21 ft trailer would fit.
Mostly off Grid would stay here again
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“I loved this campground,”
Reviewed 6/4/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 6 |
I loved this campground, the petroglyphs were an easy walk about 1 mile for the hole loop. The spots in the trees were not easy to get level in, but just around the loop from the spot I stayed in was level spots in full sun no shade. The trees are nice spots are clean. It was about 1/4 mile in gravel road, wash boardery but not bad.
Klancee would stay here again
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“Good Free Boondock ”
Reviewed 5/6/2021
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
I always like finding little interesting places in the middle of nowhere. We were doing a drive through from the west coast and saw this campground listed. It’s a free BLM site with good basics, pit toilets, picnic tables, BBQ fire boxes and some sites have sunshades. The pit toilets at the trailhead just at the entrance to the campgro... more
I always like finding little interesting places in the middle of nowhere. We were doing a drive through from the west coast and saw this campground listed. It’s a free BLM site with good basics, pit toilets, picnic tables, BBQ fire boxes and some sites have sunshades. The pit toilets at the trailhead just at the entrance to the campground are much newer and cleaner. We came in late in the day and there were still two open spots. It’s basically all sand that’s pretty level. A small loop. Managing a big trailer in would be a bit tough and some of the sites are too small to accommodate a bigger rig but my little Sprinter van had no issues. The interpretive trail offered a nice .6mile walk in the morning before getting back on the road.
Storm Trooper would stay here again
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“Awesome hidden gem ”
Reviewed 4/23/2020
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
We were traveling back home (fleeing the covid chaos) and needed a spot between here and home (45 min west of Tahoe). Found this and was skeptical due to reviews, but I’m posting my review in my camp chair, so Verizon signal is fine. 1-2 LTE bars. Tad breezy but we are tucked in the trees and I’m in shorts. Only one other site taken... more
We were traveling back home (fleeing the covid chaos) and needed a spot between here and home (45 min west of Tahoe). Found this and was skeptical due to reviews, but I’m posting my review in my camp chair, so Verizon signal is fine. 1-2 LTE bars. Tad breezy but we are tucked in the trees and I’m in shorts. Only one other site taken by tent campers and our 22’ RV is nestled perfectly. Road in is easy, maybe an issue navigating camps with RV over 30’ but we love this place!!!! Fire ring and tables in every site with some having a shade cover. All garbage cans are empty with fresh garbage bags. Would absolutely come back!!!
Denise V would stay here again
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“Oh heck yah! ”
Reviewed 12/24/2019
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Perfect free site! Good tables, pits, vault toilets, and history. Had ourselves a little fire and called it a night. No consumer cellular coverage.
srhodd would stay here again
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We left Baker, Nevada & Great Basin National Park yesterday after dumping the tanks and fueling at the only station in town. The dump is not well marked, but it's there. $5 on the honor system.Obvio...
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- recreation trail
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
Pets
- pets
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