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.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Nevada
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Reno, Nevada
Miners Trail to The "N"
3.51.89 mi / 371 ft gainMiners Trail to The "N" is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Huffaker Park Lookout Trail
4.01.88 mi / 308 ft gainHuffaker Park Lookout Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Carson City, Nevada
Goni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail
3.01 mi / 95 ft gainGoni Canyon Preservation League Walking Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Carson City, Nevada.Read more -
New Washoe City, Nevada
Deadman's Overlook Trail
4.01.28 mi / 318 ft gainDeadman's Overlook Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Washoe Valley, Nevada.Read more -
New Washoe City, Nevada
Chicadee Ridge
5.01.69 mi / 289 ft gainNestled in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada mountains near Lake Tahoe, Chickadee Ridge is a popular hiking destination that offers stunning vistas and a unique opportunity to interact with nature. This relatively short and family-friendly trail is known for its scenic beauty, peaceful environment...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Damonte Ranch Wetland Loop
5.03.07 mi / 85 ft gainDamonte Ranch Wetland Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sparks, Nevada.Read more -
Clark County, Nevada
St. Thomas Ghost Town
2.03 mi / 91.21 ft gainOnce a thriving Mormon settlement in the 1860s, this quiet historic site now stands as a testament to resilience and change, where crumbling foundations and old stone walls sit amid open desert - making it a perfect stop for history buffs, explorers, and photographers alike. Adventure Type: Self...Read more -
Gold Butte National Monument, Nevada
Gold Butte National Monument
Dramatic red sandstone cliffs, twisting canyons, and endless desert vistas set the stage for an unforgettable outdoor escape. Covering nearly 300,000 acres, this remote monument blends natural beauty with deep cultural history. Adventure Type: Multi-use desert exploration.Terrain: Sandstone form...Read more -
Alamo, Nevada
Upper Pahranagat Lake Loop
3.11 mi / 79.4 ft gainThis peaceful refuge offers hikers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers a chance to slow down and soak in the quiet beauty of freshwater wetlands surrounded by stark desert hills. Adventure Type: Walking trails, wildlife viewing, scenic exploration. Surface: Packed dirt paths and boardwalks. Diffi...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Rattle Snake Mountain
4.01.49 mi / 371 ft gainRattle Snake Mountain is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Baker, Nevada
Lehman Cave
0.13 mi / 3 ft gainThere are adventures that draw you skyward—climbing peaks, chasing clouds, watching the world shrink beneath wide horizons. And then there are adventures that beckon you down, into the earth itself. A guided tour of the Lehman Caves at Great Basin National Park is a journey into an underground wo...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Upper Chalk Creek Trail
4.01.44 mi / 121 ft gainUpper Chalk Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Las Vegas, Nevada
Lower Bristlecone Trail
5.94 mi / 942.26 ft gainJust a scenic 1-hour drive from Las Vegas, this trail winds through groves of ancient bristlecone pines and mixed conifers - making it a favorite for hikers, runners, and bikers. Trail Type: Out-and-back singletrack. Surface: Packed dirt with natural mountain tread. Difficulty: Easy to moderat...Read more -
Blue Diamond, Nevada
Cottonwood Valley Trail Blue Diamond Loop
Adventure Type: Mountain biking (multi-trail system).Surface: Hard-packed dirt, rock, sand, and ledgy sections. Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate options, with challenges sprinkled throughout. Best Time to Visit: Cooler months (fall through spring) for the most comfortable riding. The heart...Read more -
Amargosa Valley, Nevada
Big Dune
Adventure Type: Open exploration (no designated trails - managed by the BLM) Surface: Deep sand dunes Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous, depending on activity and conditions Best Time to Visit: Fall through spring; cooler months offer the safest and most enjoyable conditions Big Dune is an op...Read more -
Beatty, Nevada
Spicer Ranch Trail System
Trail Type: Loop options and interconnected routes. Surface: Packed dirt and desert singletrack. Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate, with optional progression. Best Time to Visit: Spring and fall for cooler temps; early mornings recommended in summer. The trails at Spicer Ranch are thoughtf...Read more
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