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Top trails in Nevada (5)

Spring Mountains
Strenuous
Mt. Charleston via South Loop

Highest point near Las Vegas. 5 mi with about 4,300 ft of elevation gain. Treat this as a full alpine day: pre-dawn start, extra food and water, navigation tools, and a weather check the morning of are non-negotiable.

Distance:
17.5 mi
Gain:
4,300 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Red Rock Canyon
Moderate
Calico Tanks

Scramble to a natural tank with a view of the Strip. 5 mi with about 450 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
2.5 mi
Gain:
450 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Great Basin NP
Hard
Wheeler Peak Summit

Nevada's second-highest summit. 6 mi with about 2,900 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
8.6 mi
Gain:
2,900 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Red Rock Canyon
Moderate
Ice Box Canyon

Cool slot canyon with seasonal waterfalls. 6 mi with about 500 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
2.6 mi
Gain:
500 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Cathedral Gorge SP
Moderate
Miller Point – Cathedral Gorge

Bentonite slot 'cathedrals' you can squeeze into. 0 mi with about 350 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
4.0 mi
Gain:
350 ft
Type:
Loop