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Nevada
16.9 mi
Distance
3,023 ft
Gain
7h 9m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Barley Creek
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Barley Creek is a challenging 16.91-mile trail that rewards experienced hikers with substantial elevation gain of 3,023 feet. This remote Nevada route traverses diverse terrain through creek drainages and high desert landscape, offering solitude and expansive views for those prepared for a full day of hiking.

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