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Nevada
8.4 mi
Distance
2,092 ft
Gain
3h 52m
Time
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Why you'll love it
Deadman's Canyon
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Deadman's Canyon offers a moderately challenging 8.43-mile round trip through Nevada's high desert terrain with nearly 2,100 feet of elevation gain. This canyon hike showcases the dramatic geology and sparse vegetation typical of Nevada's interior ranges, with scenic vistas and the natural water features that define canyon environments. The trail provides a rewarding day hike for those seeking solitude and striking desert landscapes.

Summit Trailhead
~39 min drive
The Summit Trailhead gives access to the Wheeler Summit Trail. This trail leads to the summit of Wheeler Peak, over 4.2 miles one way. This trail is considered strenuous and hikers should be prepared for a steep and exposed hike. Thunderstorms and high winds are common. Durin…
Deep Canyon
~2 min drive
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Rye Grass Canyon
~3 min drive
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Big Canyon
~8 min drive
Steep 4-mile canyon hike with 1,308 ft elevation gain near Big Canyon, Nevada.
Wheeler Peak
~39 min drive
Standard route to Wheeler Peak (13,065 ft) from Summit.

Bristlecone Trailhead
~40 min drive
Bristlecone Trailhead is located at the end of Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive. This is one of the most popular trailheads at Great Basin National Park. The Wheeler Peak Bristlecone Grove is a 1.4-mile hike from the trailhead. This trailhead also offers access to the Sky Island Fore…
Deadman's Canyon
~4 min drive
Short Nevada canyon hike with dramatic rock formations and desert scenery.
Hendrys Creek
~7 min drive
Easy creek-side hike with modest elevation gain near Hendrys Creek, Nevada.
Negro Creek
~12 min drive
Moderate 8.28-mile creek trail with 1,865 ft elevation gain in Nevada.
National Forest Development Road 466
~28 min drive
5.07-mile out-and-back dirt trail in Nevada with 1002 ft elevation gain.