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Boundary Peak WildernessBoundary Peak Wilderness is a stunning and rugged wilderness area located in Esmeralda County, Nevada. Covering an area of approximately 10,000 acres, the wilderness is dominated by the towering Boundary Peak, which is the highest point in the state of Nevada. The peak rises to an elevation of 13,147 feet, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Boundary PeakBoundary Peak is the highest point in both Esmeralda County and the state of Nevada, with an elevation of 13,140 feet (3,975 meters). It is part of the White Mountains, which are located in the eastern part of the state near the Nevada-California border. The peak is located within the Inyo National Forest and is a popular destination for hikers and mountain climbers.
Montgomery Pass, NevadaMontgomery Pass, located along the California-Nevada border, offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and desert. It's a great spot for hiking, birdwatching, and stargazing. But what sets Montgomery Pass apart from other outdoor destinations is the absence of crowds. You won't have to fight for a parking spot or elbow your way through a crowded trail. Plus, if you're lucky, you might even spot a desert bighorn sheep or a pronghorn antelope.
Ancient Bristlecone Pine ForestThe Methuselah Grove in the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is the location of the "Methuselah", a Great Basin bristlecone pine that is 4,851 years old. It is considered to be the world's oldest known and confirmed living non-clonal organism. The Methuselah Grove trail includes the side valley of the Methuselah Grove where the oldest tree lives
Laws Railroad Museum & Historical SiteThe Laws Railroad Museum and Historic Site includes static displays of a train consisting of an oil-fired steam locomotive, Southern Pacific 9, and several freight cars from the Southern Pacific Railroad's 3 ft narrow gauge lines. There are also operating locomotives that run on the narrow gauge tracks in the museum's grounds. The museum's display explains that the railroad was relied on by many Eastern Sierra communities before modern roads were built during the 1950s and 1960s.
Eureka ValleyA beautiful valley located in the eastern California in the southwestern United States. It is a graben, like most other lower-lying areas of the Basin and Range Province. The valley has two distinguishing features. Its shape alters the wind in such a way as to collect sand near its southern end, leading to the unique Eureka Dunes. Just to the east of the dunes, the Last Chance Range climbs over 3500 feet (1070 m) as near-vertical cliffs, displaying colorful rock strata.
Inyo National ForestInyo National Forest is located in California's beautiful Eastern Sierra. It offers clean air, crystal blue skies, mountain lakes and streams, challenging trails, high mountain peaks, and beautiful views. The forest hosts several superlatives, including Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous United States; Boundary Peak, the highest point in Nevada; and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, which protects the oldest living trees in the world.
Mizpah MineThe Mizpah Mine, is a hidden gem of the mining world that often gets overlooked. Sure, it might not be as famous as the nearby Carlin Trend, but that doesn't mean it's any less impressive. And with all due respect to those other mines, the Mizpah has a certain charm that they just can't match. Maybe it's the way the sun shines through the rusted towers of the old mill, or maybe it's the stories of the wild and crazy characters who used to work there.
Tonopah Historic Mining ParkTonopah Historic Mining Park in Nye County, Nevada is a must-visit destination. This park offers a window into the state's rich mining history, complete with guided tours of the mineshafts and equipment used in the heyday of silver and gold mining. But let's be real - the real draw of this park is the opportunity to dress up in mining gear and clamber around like a wild west prospector. Don't miss the chance to snap a selfie in a hard hat and overalls!
Mount TomMt. Tom is the immense, good-looking peak just west-northwest of Bishop. It is situated right on the eastern edge of the Sierra crest, allowing for a very large vertical relief. It is a popular back-country ski descent in the Spring years when there is enough snow. Elderberry canyon is the most popular ski descent. It is 7000 vertical feet of skiing and is steeper towards to summit.
The ButtermilksThe Buttermilks, is a well known bouldering destination near Bishop, California. It comprises the western edge of the Owens Valley, in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada. The boulders in the Buttermilks are glacial erratics, meaning they don't match the rest of the rock found in the area because they were carried by glaciers from far away.
Little Lakes Valley TrailThe Little Lakes Valley is a spectacular, glacier-carved canyon bursting with lakes and wildflowers. What makes it even more special is that the Mosquito Flat trailhead lies at 10,300 feet, giving easy access to the rarified High Sierra. So your car does the bulk of the climbing, instead of your feet.This is a very popular area for camping, fishing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
Big Pine CreekBig Pine Creek is a 12.1-mile-long stream in Inyo County of eastern California, in the western United States. It flows from the eastern Sierra Nevada down to the Owens Valley, where it is a major tributary of the Owens River near Big Pine. The canal provides water to the Big Pine area for irrigation, recreation and groundwater recharge. There are no storage dams or reservoirs.
Morgan Pass TrailMorgan Pass is a saddle in Inyo County. Morgan can be accessed by trail from Rock Creek Canyon, above Tom's Place on 395. Its trailhead is at the far end of the lake. The trail is well marked the first 4 miles to Francis Lake, where it ends. From there it is a scramble up rocky slopes for 2 miles to the summit
Bear Creek SpireBear Creek Spire is an amazing high peak on the Sierra Crest, located at the head of the Rock Creek drainage. It is striking from all sides and has two classic routes that every Sierra mountaineer should experience, all the way to the top of an exciting summit block. It is the 46th highest mountain in California and the 225th highest mountain in the United States. The first ascent of Bear Creek Spire was a solo climb by Hermann Ulrichs in 1923 up its west face.
North Lake campingNorth Lake Campground is situated among the trees and adjacent to the north fork of Bishop Creek. It is a lovely campground - all 11 campsites have shade among the tall Jeffery and Lodgepole pines. Three of the sites are very short walk-in's. The remainder have small parking spots at the sites. The road to North Lke is partially paved and partially gravel and is narrow and winding.
Mount HumphreysMount Humphreys is a mountain peak in the Sierra Nevada on the Fresno-Inyo county line in the U.S. It is the highest of a group of dormant volcanic peaks known as the San Francisco Peaks. The summit can be most easily reached by hiking the 4.8 miles long Humphreys Summit Trail that begins at the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort in the Coconino National Forest.
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Fish Lake ValleyFish Lake Valley is a beautiful and vast valley located in Esmeralda County, Nevada. It is situated at the northern end of the White Mountains and is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges. The valley is home to several small towns, including Dyer and Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs, which are known for their natural hot springs.