Nolina Wash Road
Total Miles
2.1
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Trail Type
Full-Width Road
Accessible By
Trail Overview
Nolina Wash Road is a major spur road off of Pinyon Canyon. It is an out-and-back trail ending at a large campsite. The length is 2.1 miles with a gain of only 549 feet. The trail is like that of Pinyon Canyon; sand mixed with granite gravel. Watch out for the partially submerged rocks. It is an easily traveled trail. Smoke trees and various cacti line the trail. Plenty of hiking opportunities.
Photos of Nolina Wash Road
Difficulty
The trail is like that of Pinyon Canyon; sand mixed with granite gravel. Watch out for the partially submerged rocks. It is an easily traveled trail.
History
The area is named for the Nolina parryi (Parry's Nolina) found in the canyon, which is famous for its large, blooming stalks, particularly noted in spring. It serves as a scenic, narrow canyon route located in the Pinyon Mountains area. The area is close to the dramatic sandstone formations of the Borrego Badlands and near historical mining activity in the neighboring Mine Wash area.
Status Reports
Nolina Wash Road can be accessed by the following ride types:
- High-Clearance 4x4
- SUV
Nolina Wash Road Map
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