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Nevada
3.4 mi
Distance
1,794 ft
Gain
2h 2m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Windy Pass Trail
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Windy Pass Trail is a moderately challenging 3.4-mile ascent gaining nearly 1,800 feet of elevation through Nevada's high desert terrain. This trail climbs steadily toward Windy Pass, offering expansive views of the surrounding ridges and valleys as you gain elevation. The exposed ridgeline approach and significant elevation gain make this a rewarding workout for hikers seeking mountain vistas and solitude.
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Windy Pass
~4 min drive
Moderate 8.76-mile climb to a scenic Nevada mountain pass with 1,681 ft gain.
National Forest Development Road 010
~7 min drive
Easy 0.72-mile forest road walk in Nevada national forest.
Pine Creek
~8 min drive
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Trail Canyon Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate 7.6-mile canyon creek hike with steady elevation gain and reliable water.
Round Meadow
~7 min drive
Easy meadow loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic grassland views.
Jefferson Canyon Road
~8 min drive
Easy 1-mile canyon road walk in Nevada's high desert.
Broad Canyon
~29 min drive
Steep 2-mile desert canyon hike with 876 ft elevation gain near Broad Canyon.
Middle Summit Mt Jefferson
~3 min drive
Moderate 4-mile alpine hike with 1,637 ft gain to Middle Summit Mt Jefferson.
Little Table Mountain Spring
~8 min drive
Easy 3-mile spring hike with 445 ft gain in Nevada high desert.
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