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.
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.