Cave Lake State Park
US-93, Ely, NV 89301
1,240 acres · 5 miles of trails
At 7,300 feet in Cave Lake State Park near Ely, Nevada, shaded shoreline paths offer leashed dogs alpine reservoir access with water provided. Parking, restrooms, and trash cans aid high-elevation outings. Dress in layers for variable mountain weather.
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- Park
- Cave Lake State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Ely, Nevada
- Coordinates
- 39.1736, -114.7842
- Size
- 1,240 acres
- Trail miles
- 5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (520 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 520 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,240 acres of room
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Dog policy
32-acre alpine reservoir at 7,300 feet. Leashed dogs welcome on trails and shoreline.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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