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Nevada
24.1 mi
Distance
89 ft
Gain
8h 5m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Steamboat Ditch Trail
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The Steamboat Ditch Trail is a long, relatively flat desert trail that follows historic water infrastructure through Nevada's high desert landscape. With minimal elevation gain over 24 miles, this trail offers an accessible way to explore the region's water management history and expansive sagebrush terrain. The gentle grade makes it ideal for those seeking distance over elevation challenge.
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