Our Mission:
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.
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.
Location
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Cowboy's Rest is located 60 miles south of Elko, Nevada, which is 290 miles east of Reno, Nevada, or 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 (10,300ft.). Google Us Search "National Forest Develop Road 378" on Google Maps for our location. |
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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.
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.
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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 |
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Facility Rental $20 per person per day (including partial days) Insurance $7 per person per day (including partial days) Meals $6 per person per meal Miscellaneous Field Recreation planned and run by CR staff: $5 per camper covers entire stay Paintball: $12 per person per session Trail Rides: may be possible to arrange with a local outfitter. (Fees average $500 per day) Examples 3-day retreat with 5 meals = $111 per camper 5-day summer camp for Junior Higher = $220 per camper |
Frequently Asked QUestions
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Who can book an event at Cowboy's Rest? In keeping with our mission statement, Cowboy's Rest is here to serve churches and other Christian organizations. We do not host events for secular public or private organizations. All participants at Cowboy's Rest must be able to sign our Doctrinal Statement and Statement of Responsibilities.
What church is Cowboy's Rest affiliated with? Cowboy's Rest is not connected to any one church or denomination. Our desire is to serve all members of the body of Christ who believe, as we do, that the Bible is the one and only, inerrant written revelation of God and that Jesus Christ is God incarnate and the only means and hope for man's salvation. |
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Is the money I give to Cowboy's Rest tax deductible? Cowboy's Rest is a licensed non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible; however, money given in exchange for services (e.g. camper tuition money) is not.
Who makes policy decisions at Cowboy's Rest? Our Board of Directors, a body of Christian men and women, prayerfully considers and oversees all major policy, program, and facility decisions for Cowboy's Rest.
Who makes policy decisions at Cowboy's Rest? Our Board of Directors, a body of Christian men and women, prayerfully considers and oversees all major policy, program, and facility decisions for Cowboy's Rest.