Racetrack via Hunter Mountain
Total Miles
50.1
Elevation
2181.11 ft
Duration
8 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Fall, Winter, Spring
Trail Overview
Difficulty
Moderate: Conditions vary depending on recency of maintenance. Lippincott Grade is not maintained. Steep and narrow in places with possible washouts and large ruts. Usually okay for stock 4x4 SUVs with higher ground clearance. Call ahead to be sure.
History
The Lost Burro Mine operated off and on between 1907 and 1938 under different ownership. It was one of the richest gold mines in the area. Mystery of the moving rocks: Some scientists think the moving rocks at the Racetrack are simply pushed by the wind when the playa is wet. Others think the surface must also be icy.