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Nevada
32.6 mi
Distance
14,791 ft
Gain
14h 39m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail
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The Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail is a premier high-alpine traverse in Nevada's Ruby Mountains, offering 32+ miles of stunning ridge-line hiking through pristine wilderness. This challenging route traverses multiple peaks above 11,000 feet, featuring dramatic vistas of the surrounding Great Basin, alpine lakes, and diverse subalpine ecosystems. The trail is renowned for its remote character and exceptional scenic rewards for experienced backcountry hikers.
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