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Nevada
6.8 mi
Distance
941 ft
Gain
2h 44m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Winchell Lake
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Winchell Lake is a scenic 6.8-mile moderate hike featuring nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain through Nevada's high country terrain. This trail offers alpine lake views and access to subalpine meadows typical of Nevada's mountain ranges. The steady climb rewards hikers with cooler temperatures and pristine wilderness scenery.
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