Nevada

Looking for the best hiking in Nevada? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Nevada. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

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Top Hiking Spots in and near Nevada

  • Reno, Nevada

    Anderson Park Loop

    4.0
    1.64 mi / 92 ft gain
    Anderson Park Loop is a popular trail for walking or running tucked away in a quiet neighborhood near Reno, Nevada. The trail loops around a pasture and connects up to Bartley Ranch for a longer or more scenic route.   Take in scenic views of the surrounding mountains, but there may be some traf...
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  • Reno, Nevada

    West Plateau Loop

    3.0
    3.15 mi / 312 ft gain
    West Plateau Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Reno, Nevada.
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  • Baker, Nevada

    Backpack on the Baker/Johnson Lake Loop

    12 mi / 3300 ft gain
    Check out a quieter side of Great Basin National Park by spending a night camped at Baker Lake. There are several opportunities to pitch your tent along the way, or you can choose a spot right on the shores of the lake. On the weekend we were there, there was only one other party spending the nig...
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Quail Run and Flume Trail Loop

    4.0
    1.45 mi / 128 ft gain
    Quail Run and Flume Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reno, Nevada.
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  • Glenbrook, Nevada

    Castle Rock via Tahoe Rim Trail

    5.0
    1.79 mi / 407 ft gain
    Castle Rock via Tahoe Rim Trail (The Bench) is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Zephyr Cove, Nevada.
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  • Sparks, Nevada

    Sparks Marina Loop

    4.0
    1.94 mi / 30 ft gain
    Sparks Marina Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sparks, Nevada.
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Ballardini Ranch Trail

    4.0
    2.31 mi / 226 ft gain
    Ballardini Ranch Trail is a popular 2.3-mile loop trail nestled in the foothills of southwest Reno, offering panoramic views of the Truckee Meadows and the Sierra Nevada mountains. This former working ranch, now preserved as public land, provides hikers and mountain bikers with a quintessential...
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  • Humboldt County, Nevada

    Falls Canyon Trail

    4.0
    4.4 mi / 1093 ft gain
    Falls Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Orovada, Nevada.
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  • Clark County, Nevada

    Atlatl Rock

    5.0
    0.11 mi / 7 ft gain
    Atlatl Rock, located in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada, is a must-visit destination for history and nature lovers. Famous for its ancient petroglyphs, this towering sandstone formation offers a short climb via metal stairs to view well-preserved rock carvings dating back thousands of years. ...
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Peavine Peak Trail

    3.0
    8.89 mi / 2913 ft gain
    Peavine Peak Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Damonte Ranch Wetland Loop

    5.0
    3.07 mi / 85 ft gain
    Damonte Ranch Wetland Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sparks, Nevada.
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  • Clark County, Nevada

    Anniversary Narrows Slot Canyon

    4.39 mi / 503.94 ft gain
    This short but unforgettable hike threads through tight sandstone walls and dramatic desert terrain, making it a perfect half-day outing for anyone craving a mix of exploration and quiet beauty under big desert skies. Trail Type: Out-and-back or loop options. Surface: Sandy washes and slickrock...
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  • Reno, Nevada

    May Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail

    4.3
    1.07 mi / 89 ft gain
    The May Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail, located in Reno, Nevada, is a peaceful and scenic walk through the beautiful Wilbur D. May Arboretum within Rancho San Rafael Park. The trail is family-friendly and offers easy walking paths surrounded by a variety of plants, flowers, and water features, m...
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  • Reno, Nevada

    Huffaker Park Lookout Trail

    4.0
    1.88 mi / 308 ft gain
    Huffaker Park Lookout Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.
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  • New Washoe City, Nevada

    Deadman's Overlook Trail

    4.0
    1.28 mi / 318 ft gain
    Deadman's Overlook Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Washoe Valley, Nevada.
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  • Carson City, Nevada

    Goni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail

    3.0
    1 mi / 95 ft gain
    Goni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Carson City, Nevada.
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