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Nevada
32.6 mi
Distance
14,791 ft
Gain
14h 39m
Time
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Why you'll love it
Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail
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The Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail is a premier high-alpine traverse in Nevada's Ruby Mountains, offering 32+ miles of stunning ridge-line hiking through pristine wilderness. This challenging route traverses multiple peaks above 11,000 feet, featuring dramatic vistas of the surrounding Great Basin, alpine lakes, and diverse subalpine ecosystems. The trail is renowned for its remote character and exceptional scenic rewards for experienced backcountry hikers.
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Gilbert Creek
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Mccutcheon Creek
~6 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain and scenic water features.
Toyn Creek
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Tipton
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South Fork Smith
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Middle Fork Smith Creek
~10 min drive
Moderate 9.78-mile canyon hike with 1,885 ft elevation gain in Smith Creek drainage.
North Fork Smith Creek
~11 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike through Nevada backcountry with reliable water access.
Smith Creek
~12 min drive
Moderate 3.96-mile Nevada hike with 748 ft elevation gain.
