Deer Creek North Fork Canyon | Mt Charleston Wilderness, Nevada

The majestic ancient Bristlecone Pines and sculpted limestone formations create an incredible backdrop to the remote, pathless, rarely visited upper Deer Creek North Fork Canyon. At the base of the canyon just above Deer Creek Road is Camp Stimpson. The canyon summit is the ridgeline between Mummy’s Forehead to the North and Mummy’s Chin to the South. Click the image or title above for details.
Catch Pen West | Deer Creek Road | Mt. Charleston Wilderness, Nevada

Explore the region between the West end of Deer Creek Catch Pen Loop and Lee Canyon Road. Experience dramatic changes in climate and flora and fauna similar to changes between Southern Nevada and Canada! Click the image or title above for details.
01 Mt Charleston Wilderness Deer Creek Road Trails Overview | Spring Mountains, Nevada

Deer Creek Road is the passage way between the two major canyons in the Mt. Charleston Wilderness: Kyle Canyon and Lee Canyon. There are a number of trailheads on Deer Creek Road to wilderness destinations. In addition there are recreational camping and picnicking destinations on Deer Creek Road along with youth camps. So, as you breeze along Deer Creek Road on your way between Kyle and Lee Canyons, watch for trailheads that lead to a premier rock climbing destination, the main Mt. Charleston North Loop Trail and “back door” hidden access to the vast, beautiful, secluded wilderness area surrounding Mummy Mountain. Best time of year for adventures here: Early Summer to Mid-Fall. Temperatures at the higher elevations are usually in the mid-70s even when Las Vegas Valley is up to 115 degrees! Expect to navigate snow at other times of the year. Follow thumbnail images to view the details you will need to plan your adventures here. Click image or title above for more…