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| | There are numerous great outdoors hiking trails in Nevada, and each one is lovely in its own way. Here in Nevada trekking is so much fun. Ruby Crest Trail is a backcountry hiking trail pretty far from Elko, but when you spend some time backcountry trekking here you will feel like a whole new person. Summer brings highs in the 90's to Ruby Crest Trail, and the overnight is slightly chillier of course, ordinarily in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's, and after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Ruby Crest Trail plunge into |
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the 10's. The total elevation difference for Ruby Crest Trail is 4,238 feet, and that is higher than average. This is a backcountry hiking trail that is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. This hiking trail has two trailheads which means you have the option of
| | backcountry backpacking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. Some parts of Ruby Crest Trail are much higher up than other parts of the hiking trail, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. This hike should take you about 10 days, so it's an outstanding thing if your backpack is big enough to do the job. This wilderness trail is a wilderness trail of fine length with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this hiking and backpacking trail great for hard core backpackers looking | |
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for adventure. Ruby Crest Trail is 65 miles long; it's a long hiking trail. Not much rainfall falls here at Ruby Crest Trail; through the month of November you get the most rain around here; the driest month of the year is July. There are so many hiking and backpacking trails in
this vicinity. Backcountry trails for trekking, and backpacking can be found all over Nevada; one of them being Ruby Crest Trail in Elko County. This backcountry hiking trail sometimes gets very dry, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a
stove or make a camp fire. Nevada is a brilliant spot for hikers. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Spending too much time indoors got you down? No problem, Ruby Crest Trail in Elko County, Nevada is a really good spot to spend some time. Hiking and backpacking
trails like this one here in the Ruby Mountains are the best way to enjoy these peaks.
Briefly about the general area:
Indian Graveyard Basin is a wonderful site to stretch your legs a bit, and why not a little side tour to Jasper Creek. And if that's not enough there's
loads more cool things to do in the Ruby Mountains. Ruby Crest Trail is a good place to visit for more than one day, Lee Jiggs Campground is a good place to camp nearby; a tour to Ruby Crest Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Millers Hot Springs.
A brilliant
site in close proximity to Ruby Crest Trail is Jasper Canyon, and do stop at Mayhew Creek if you're here at Ruby Crest Trail. Yeah, come here to Ruby Crest Trail for a great time. A forest close to Ruby Crest Trail is Ruby Mountain Ranger District. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Forest Spring, and Carville Basin is a stunning spot any time of year.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 40.3268, Longitude -115.5106
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 40.6053, Longitude -115.3773
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 32.5 miles
Total climbing distance = 19 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
3 days
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 32.5 miles
Total climbing distance = 12.2 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
4.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 65 miles
Total climbing distance = 31.2 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
10 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
6.5 days
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 65 miles
Total climbing distance = 31.2 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
10 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
6.5 days
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Total elevation difference: 4238 feet
Econo Lodge & Suites, Elko
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29 miles away
Walking distance to major casinos, restaurants and shops. Situated in the heart of Elko Business Loop. Gold mines nearby. Complimentary Continental Breakfast. In-room coffee, microwaves and fridges in...
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Elko, Nv, Elko
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29 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Elko hotel is a three-time winner of the Torch Bearer Award presented by Intercontinental Hotels Group. This award recognizes the hotel management for maintaining the highest s...
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User input for Ruby Crest Trail, Ruby Mountains, Elko County, Nevada:
Outdoors Recreation Near Elko, Nevada
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Elko, Nevada, the metro area neareast to Ruby Crest Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Ruby Crest Trail, Ruby Mountains, Elko County, Nevada
Local climate location: ELKO FAA AP 2 miles away
         
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Country Hearth Inn Elko, Elko
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29 miles away
The Country Hearth Inn of Elko Nevada is a 109 room facility, located off I-80 Exit 303. Our goal is to make your stay feel like home. Enjoy our free InnCredible Breakfast, free local calls, cable tv ...
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Red Lion Inn & Casino, Elko, Elko
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29 miles away
Catch the excitement at the Red Lion Inn & Casino in Elko, Nevada! Located in northeastern Nevada, the Red Lion Casino features all of your gaming favorites, the richness and history of the Wild West ...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Ruby Crest Trail, Ruby Mountains, Elko County, Nevada
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| These outdoors activities are available near Ruby Crest Trail. |
| | Trails Near Ruby Crest Trail:
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Ruby Crest Trail, Elko County
County
, 1 miles away, 32.5 hiking miles, 4238 feet elevation difference |
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Smith Creek Trail, Elko County
County
, 4 miles away, 6.6 hiking miles, 1176 feet elevation difference |
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Smith Creek Trail, Elko County
County
, 6 miles away, 6.6 hiking miles, 1176 feet elevation difference |
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Elko Hamilton Stage Route, Elko County
County
, 26 miles away, 6.1 hiking miles, 675 feet elevation difference |
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Elko Hamilton Stage Route, Elko County
County
, 28 miles away, 6.1 hiking miles, 675 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Ruby Crest Trail:
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Jarbidge River - West Fork, Elko County
County
, 79 miles away, Class III-IV - 16 miles long (Jarbidge Nevada to Idaho East Fork confluence) |
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Bruneau River - West Fork, Elko County
County
, 84 miles away, Class IV-V - 19 miles long (Rowland Nevada to Blackrock Crossing Idaho) |
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Jarbidge, Owyhee County
County
, 91 miles away, Class II-V - 29 miles long (Murphy Hot Springs to Bruneau River) |
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Bruneau River - West Fork, Owyhee County
County
, 96 miles away, Class IV-V - 28 miles long (Below Rowland Nevada to Indian Hot Springs) |
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Marys Creek, Owyhee County
County
, 100 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (to Sheep Creek) |
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| | Hotels Near Ruby Crest Trail:
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Econo Lodge & Suites, Elko
, 29 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Elko, Nv, Elko
, 29 miles away |
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Country Hearth Inn Elko, Elko
, 29 miles away |
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Red Lion Inn & Casino, Elko, Elko
, 29 miles away |
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Comfort Inn Elko, Elko
, 29 miles away |
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