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Nevada
3.6 mi
Distance
1,319 ft
Gain
1h 52m
Time
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Why you'll love it
Basin Canyon
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Basin Canyon offers a moderately steep desert canyon hike with 1,319 feet of elevation gain over 3.6 miles. This trail showcases the rugged geology and vegetation typical of Nevada's canyon systems, with scenic rock formations and potential water features depending on seasonal conditions. The steady climb through the canyon provides good cardiovascular challenge while rewarding hikers with views of the surrounding basin landscape.
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