Griffith Shadow Loop | Lovell Canyon, Nevada
Griffith Shadow Loop takes you up the West side of Lovell Canyon for spectacular views up and down the canyon with Griffith Peak clearly visible ahead at the summit of Sexton Ridge. You’ll then descend into the base of Lovell Canyon, cross the central wash and experience the East side of the canyon. This trail is one of the best overall experiences of Lovell Canyon without serious climbing on the upper slopes. Use the Griffith Shadow Loop to get your bearings in Lovell Canyon for future wilderness exploration in the canyon’s upper reaches! Avoid mid-Summer due to high temperatures. Winter may bring snow on the trail. Click the title or image above for details.
Handy Peak Loop | Lovell Canyon, Nevada
Handy Peak Loop is a short trail that circles Handy Peak, a prominent central landmark in Lovell Canyon, Nevada. Experience spectacular views up and down the length of Lovell Canyon.
Little Zion | Rainbow Mountain Wilderness, Nevada
Little Zion in The Rainbow Mountain Wilderness of Nevada has the look and feel of Zion National Park, Utah. It’s located in the Southern portion of The Rainbow Mountains Upper Crest Ridgeline near Hidden Peak.
North Ridge of South Spring Canyon | Lovell Canyon, Nevada
Ascend from Lovell Canyon to the Wilson Ridge via the North Ridge of South Spring Canyon, Nevada. This adventure reaches 6,300ft on the Wilson Ridge before being stopped by a 20ft ledge. Observed another more promising ascent ridge just to the North.
Juniper Peak Summit Base Exploration | Red Rock Canyon NCA, Nevada
Juniper Peak summit base exploration, Nevada: From the Arnight Trail, through Juniper Canyon and up along the base of Brownstone Wall. Locate the Juniper Canyon entrance route; navigate the brush, boulders and ledges in Juniper Canyon, ascend above Juniper Canyon and explore various Juniper Peak summit routes along the base of Brownstone Wall.
Desert Reptiles | Southwest American Deserts
Desert Reptiles | Southwestern American Deserts Western Gopher Snake | Fletcher Canyon | Mt. Charleston Wilderness, Nevada | Filmed by Glenn
Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway | Mt Charleston Wilderness, Nevada
The Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway in Nevada’s Mt. Charleston Wilderness offers exhibits, programs, books, souvenirs and interpretive trails. It’s a great first stop before engaging in your first adventure in The Spring Mountains.
Fletcher Canyon Trails Overview | Mt Charleston Wilderness, Nevada
Trails Accessed from The Fletcher Canyon Trailhead in The Mt. Charleston Wilderness, Nevada include Fletcher Canyon Trail; Eagle’s Nest Loop; Acastus Trail and Escarpment Trail. These are great introductory trails to the Mt. Charleston Wilderness and excellent initial altitude conditioning trails.
Mary Jane Falls | Mt Charleston Wilderness, Nevada
Mary Jane Falls is a moderate 3.2-mile round trip hike in Nevada’s Mt. Charleston Wilderness from a convenient trailhead just beyond Charleston Village. To see the falls at their best, visit them in mid-to-late Spring. Experience spectacular views of Kyle Canyon along the way, and don’t miss visiting the secret cave just beyond the falls.
01 Las Vegas Area Legendary Wilderness Adventures, Nevada
The word “legendary” refers to a wonderous, total immersion in the wilderness. The focus is not human achievement, but rather, the spectacular legendary wilderness! These Legendary Wilderness Adventures are marked by: Total immersion in the wilderness for the greater part of a day; Pathless routes to and beyond multiple landmark high points; and often, crossing from one major wilderness area to another through an artificial human boundary.