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Nevada
5.4 mi
Distance
950 ft
Gain
2h 17m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Cottonwood Creek
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Cottonwood Creek offers a moderate day hike through Nevada's high desert landscape, featuring a scenic creek drainage with cottonwood riparian vegetation. The trail gains nearly 1,000 feet over 5.4 miles, providing a rewarding climb with the soothing presence of water and shade from mature trees. This is an excellent choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with manageable elevation gain and the refreshing appeal of a perennial creek.
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