Wilson Ridge / Sexton Ridge Circuit | Lovell Canyon, Nevada

Make a huge circuit of Lovell Canyon, Nevada taking in Wilson Ridge (East side), The Harris / Griffith Saddle (top), Sexton Ridge (West side). This is a total day-long wilderness immersion with spectacular views of Southern Nevada wilderness and beyond. Elevation gain: 8-9,000ft or more when gain and loss are added up. Best time of year for this adventure: Close to the longest day of the year. Click the image or title above for details.

Wilson Ridge to Harris Mountain | Lovell Canyon, Nevada

Wilson Ridge Lovell Canyon Loop | Lovell Canyon, Nevada

This wide and spectacular circuit adventure begins at the upper end of Lovell Canyon Road, ascends to The Wilson Ridge, takes that ridge North for a few relatively untouched miles toward Harris Mountain, then loops back through Lovell Canyon to the Lovell Canyon Trail, finally returning to the starting point. Best time of year: Spring or Fall. Click image or title above for more details…

Wilson Ridge South High Point | Lovell Canyon, Nevada

The Wilson Ridge South High Point is a key nodal point for exploration to the North to Harris Mountain; to the West to The La Madre Mountains; and to the South to The Rainbow Mountains Upper Crest Ridgeline. This route accesses The Wilson Ridge South High Point from the upper end of Lovell Canyon Road at the base of a beautiful, fairly gradual approach ridge. Approximately 5,800 > 8,500ft; Wilderness Route. Click the image or title above for map, video, images and adventure details…

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.

Schaefer Springs Loop | Lovell Canyon, Nevada

Schaefer Springs Loop in Lovell Canyon NV, is a quick loop extension of the Lovell Canyon Loop featuring expansive views up and down Lovell Canyon. Since the Schaefer Springs Loop Trail spans both the East and West side of Lovell Canyon, the views expand to include the high ridges on both sides of the canyon including Sexton Ridge, the canyon’s Western border; Wilson Ridge, the canyon’s Eastern Border and Griffith Peak and Harris Mountain at the upper end of Lovell Canyon. Route Details: 1.6 Miles; Good Trail. Rapidly growing brush can obscure parts at times, but many cairns help keep you on track.

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.

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.

Lovell Canyon to Rainbow Mountains Upper Crest Ridgeline, Nevada

Travel from Lovell Canyon Campground to the Rainbow Mountains Upper Crest Ridgeline above Mt. Wilson in Nevada.

Griffith Peak Southern Approach from Sexton Ridge Above Lovell Canyon, Nevada

Sexton Ridge is a 5-7 mile ridge South of Griffith Peak beginning at about 8,400ft and leading to the 11,060ft summit of Griffith Peak. However, it requires an additional 2,500ft ascent to get to the beginning of Sexton Ridge! The entire ridge including its access point from the summit of the Griffith Shadow Loop in Lovell Canyon is pure wilderness with some major brush navigation at points. Otherwise, this is a class 2 level climbing/scrambling experience. The views along the entire route are spectacular including Lovell Canyon, Griffith Peak, Harris Mountain and the saddle between, Potosi Mountain, Gass Peak, the Sheep Range, Las Vegas Valley and beyond, the Nopah Range, Telescope Peak, Mummy Mountain, Fletcher Peak, Lee Peak, Charleston Peak and too many more incredible points of reference to mention here! This could be a grand 2-day adventure with incredible nighttime views. Route details: 25 mi / 5000-11,060ft; *Some Trail, Mostly Wilderness* Click image or title above for more…