Calico Hills Trail
Colorful Nevada sandstone climbing with varied routes and scenic desert views.
Photo: Moo.The.Cow, CC BY 2.0 (via Flickr)Best time to visit Calico Hills Trail
Best months: February–May and October–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
53° / 32°
4 wet
Feb
56° / 35°
5 wet
Mar
64° / 41°
4 wet
Apr
70° / 47°
2 wet
May
80° / 56°
1 wet
Jun
90° / 66°
1 wet
Jul
95° / 73°
2 wet
Aug
94° / 72°
2 wet
Sep
87° / 62°
2 wet
Oct
75° / 50°
2 wet
Nov
62° / 38°
2 wet
Dec
52° / 31°
3 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Red Rock Canyon - Spg Mt Rch S, NV, 6.4 mi away at 3,780 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
Calico Hills offers Nevada climbing on colorful, banded sandstone formations set within a scenic desert landscape. The area features a variety of climbing opportunities across multiple formations, with routes that appeal to climbers of different skill levels. The distinctive geology and accessible setting make it a popular destination for both sport and traditional climbing.
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