Picnic in Lee Canyon | Mt. Charleston Wilderness, Nevada

Lee Canyon has 4 beautiful picnic areas near some awesome short hikes to enjoy on the day of your picnic. These are the closest picnic areas to ancient Bristlecone Pine forests in the Spring Mountains. And as you picnic, you’re only a short drive from the Lee Canyon ski area. Click the image or title above for details.

Lee Canyon Camping | Mt. Charleston Wilderness, Nevada

Lee Canyon Camping in Nevada immerses you in spectacular wide-open vistas. There are campsites with views from Lee Peak at the upper end of the Lee Canyon all the way to the Sheep Range beyond the lower end. And the terrain varies from ancient Bristlecone Pine forests in the high places to desert Yucca and Cacti in the lower elevations. It’s an unforgettable, life-transforming experience! Click the image or title above for details.

Harris Mountain Adventures Overview | Mt Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

Harris Mountain is the most pristine of the six highest Mt. Charleston Wilderness summits. I’ve never seen anyone on that summit. The wildflowers, Acastus butterflies and Bristlecone pines are untouched. The views are spectacular! Click the image or title above to view multiple routes to Harris Mountain Summit.

Mummy Mountain Adventures Overview | Mt Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

You could easily fit a couple football fields on Mummy Mountain’s vast and beautiful summit. Ancient Bristlecone pines are sculpted into unique shapes beyond the capability of human art. Discover multiple wilderness routes to and around Mummy Mountain. This mountain could easily form its own entire wilderness! Click the image or title above to view this great collection of Mummy Mountain adventures!

Charleston Peak Adventures Overview | Mt Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

As the highest point in the Mt. Charleston Wilderness and Southern Nevada, Charleston Peak, at 12,019 feet elevation, is a highly sought-after destination. The approach trails are nice, but be prepared for a grueling overall ascent of around 8,000 feet. 360-degree views from the summit are unmatched. However, some of the most beautiful scenes are along the approach trails! Click the image or title above to view multiple routes to Charleston Peak summit.

Lee Peak Adventures Overview | Mt Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

Lee Peak, often overlooked, is the one summit in the Mt. Charleston Wilderness that offers expansive views down the entire length of Kyle Canyon, Lee Canyon and the Northern stretch of the Spring Mountains. To stand on that summit is like standing on the bow of a ship! At the same time, the surrounding Bristlecone Pine forest gives it an intimate touch. Click the image or title above to view multiple routes to the summit of Lee Peak.

Mud Springs Loop Trail Clockwise | Lee Canyon | Mt. Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

This is the complete 15-mile outer loop in a clockwise direction from the Sawmill Trailhead including a traverse of Macks Peak Eastern Base. Click the image or title above for details.

Blue Tree Loop Trail | Sawmill Trailhead | Lee Canyon, Nevada

Experience Dynamic Terrain Changes from Pine-Covered Slopes to Lee Canyon Narrows. Click the image or title above for details.

Amargosa Overlook | Mt. Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada

Enjoy a spectacular view overlooking Charleston Peak and the Amargosa Valley from a 10,154ft high point above Lee Canyon, Nevada. Click the image or title above for details.

Rocky Gorge Loop Trail | Sawmill Trailhead Area | Lee Canyon, Nevada

This intimate little gorge is like a desert bonsai garden! Though the loop trail is hidden away in Lee Canyon with no visible trailheads, it’s well worth the search! | Click the Image or Title Above for Details