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​Cowboy's Rest is a nondenominational Christian Camp and Retreat Center located in rural Nevada.
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Check out our About Us or Summer Camps page to learn more.
Cowboy's Rest's ministry is made possible by faithful donors.
Jesus Christ is the ultimate Hero of history.  He is the main character, the Savior, the One it’s all about.  And now, He has graciously invited us to join His superhero team.  The Lord is looking for partners and sidekicks to assist Him in His quest to save the world, one soul at a time.  He’s transforming the vilest of villains into good guys by His mercy.  And He’s strengthening His followers as they stand for truth, justice, and the Heavenly way.
This summer we’ll be digging into the Book of Acts to witness how this legendary league of believers (known as the Church) began.  We’ll see how God took a handful of cowards and changed them into a super squad that turned the world upside down.  We’ll discover the true Source of power in these courageous champions’ lives.  And we’ll learn of Christ’s desire for each of us to take a stand, engage in battle, and become one of His elite heroes. 
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Registration open Now!

    "Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving." - Colossians 4:2

    ​    Join us online or in person to pray for our ministry, our community, and the year ahead. The event starts at 9:00 am with an option to break the fast together at 3:00 pm

    Volunteer Day - May 31

    8:00-4:00 - Arrive at any time!
    Help us prepare for the summer ahead. Families welcome. Lunch provided at 1:00. Bring your work gloves and clothes that can get dirty.

What determines Camp costs?

Cowboy's Rest, a non-denominational camp, exists to provide a Christian camping experience in a rustic, outdoor setting and to assist the local Church in encouraging and equipping her congregations. We are a nonprofit organization that utilizes generous contributions to keep camp costs low, pay our staff, and keep camp running. The hope of our ministry is that His Word be proclaimed and His people be brought together. We are funded partially by camper fees, but camp stays affordable through donations. In 2024, 58% of costs were covered by faithful donations to the ministry. This allows for campers’ families to pay less than the actual cost of camp.
Have questions? Contact us today, we would love to give you more information on what makes camp run.
We are still on the lookout for youth-inspiring god-honoring worship for multiple weeks this summer.
Modest compensation, wonderful experience.
Contact us for more information today!

Staff and Volunteer Opportunities

Location & Directions

Please do not Trust your GPS to guide you out to Camp
Google maps works with some discretion. please use "Cowboy's Rest" NOt our mailing address.
​COWBOY'S REST IS NOT LOCATED ON SMITH CREEK ROAD


Cowboy's Rest is located 60 miles south of Elko, Nevada, which is 290 miles east of Reno, and 230 miles west of Salt Lake City, Utah.

The camp sits at 6,800 feet elevation and is located on the southern end of the majestic Ruby Mountains at the foot of Sherman Peak (10,300 ft.).


​Driving Times
For many of our guests, traveling to Cowboy’s Rest via U.S. 50 and Eureka may shorten the trip.  However, I-80 and the Elko route offer more stops and amenities.
Driving Times to Cowboy's Rest
(calculated without stops)
Elko 1 hr, 15 min
Fallon via Elko 4 hr, 45 min
Fallon via Eureka 4 hr
Reno via Elko 5 hr, 15 min
Reno via Eureka 5 hr
Twin Falls 4 hr