Fletcher Peak and Rain Tree | Mt Charleston Wilderness | Spring Mountains, Nevada
Fletcher Peak, at 10,319ft is a substantial summit in itself were it not shadowed by the higher peaks in the Spring Mountains. It’s beautifully forested by ancient bristlecone pines. Rain Tree is a majestic 3000-year-old bristlecone pine. It was a sapling in 1000 B.C. and could be around in another 3,000 years. Imagine the world history that has taken place in its lifetime, and the history that will take place in the next 3000 years in the life of this giant! Both Fletcher Peak and Raintree can easily be included in this one adventure. Route Details: 8.5 mi / Approx. 8,439 > 10,023ft **Excellent Trail** Click image or title above for more…