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Nevada
12.0 mi
Distance
3,331 ft
Gain
5h 40m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Ophir Creek
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Ophir Creek is a challenging 12-mile trail that climbs over 3,300 feet through the Nevada backcountry, offering rewarding high-elevation views and access to alpine terrain. This hard-difficulty route follows creek drainage and ascending ridgelines typical of Nevada's mountain ranges, providing hikers with significant elevation gain and remote wilderness experience. The trail is best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and substantial physical challenge.
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Steady alpine hike to scenic Gray Lake with mixed forest and meadow terrain.
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~3 min drive
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Lower Meadow Loop
~6 min drive
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Jones
~7 min drive
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