Powerhouse Group Picnic Area

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  • (5.0)4 reviews

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About Campground

Overview

Powerhouse Group Picnic Area is set in scenic Lamoille Canyon, next to Lamoille Creek, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. Elko, in northeastern Nevada, is just 25 miles away. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails.

Natural Features:

The picnic area is situated at the mouth of Lamoille Canyon, a part of the beautiful Ruby Mountains. The area is a desert island brimming with wildlife, sparkling lakes and streams, wildflower-filled meadows and jagged peaks.

The shelter is surrounded by a stand of shady aspens. Lamoille Creek runs through the site.

Recreation:

Fishing for rainbow and brook trout is popular on the creek. Lamoille Canyon contains numerous hiking and horseback riding trails that lead to alpine lakes and scenic vistas. The canyon road itself is popular for scenic driving and road biking. Many rock-climbing routes can be found on the canyon walls.

Facilities:

This day-use picnic area was constructed in 2003 and is a fully accessible site. A large shelter covers several picnic and serving tables, two grills and a campfire circle with benches. Accessible vault toilets and trash collection are provided but drinking water is not available. A large parking area is adjacent to the site, accommodating 25 through 30 vehicles.

Directions

Take Interstate 80 to any Elko exit. Head south on Idaho Street, then turn south on 12th Street (from the east) or 5th Street (from the west), to State Route 227. Travel 25 miles on State Route 227 to Forest Road 660 (Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway). Travel a short distance on Forest Route 660 to the picnic area.

Access

Drive-in
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Accommodations

Group
Tent Sites

Features

Picnic Table
Reservable
Toilets
Trash

Amenities

Group Sites

Essentials

ADA Access
Alcohol Allowed
Drinking Water
Fires Allowed
Mobile Service
Pets Allowed

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Gypsey Sav Knox

3 years ago
5/5

Beautiful but can look sketchy at night.

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The coder 57

6 years ago
5/5

I love the power house picnic area

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Chris McHan

3 years ago
5/5

Fall colors were so beautiful with snow on the mountain tops

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Brian Mott

2 years ago
5/5

Powerhouse is my picnic area I am the host of this specific location in the mall Canyon Nevada. On one side is Day picnic sites that have access to wonderful beaches where everyone seems to always take their kids I've taken the time to clear the pathways to these water ways and get rid of the Dead growth to make it more enjoyable. On the other side of the PowerHouse picnic area is a private group meeting place with a awning that covers a cemented area with about eight picnic tables this area also includes access to the water and its own bathrooms and it's on fire pit for group gatherings. Please contact Scenic Canyons for information

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