Hinkey Summit Trail

Total Miles
39.1

Elevation

2,398.34 ft

Duration

6 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Summer

Trail Overview

There is a lot to see on this trail; you rise to about 7,850 feet in elevation and have views all around. However, it's definitely not a winter or bad weather trail. You can reach the trail from either Paradise Valley, Nevada, or from Highway 95 near McDermitt, Nevada. This road can be closed from November to June because of snow. It is maintained by the Forest Service and is comprised of all dirt and loose rocks. There are lots of off-trails to explore along this route. There is one campground, Lye Creek, that has running water and pit toilets. There are about 10 campsites.

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Hinkey Summit Trail
Hinkey Summit Trail

Difficulty

There are lots of switchbacks on the way up and down, but there are places to pass. This road is mostly loose rocks and is slow going, but a fun time nonetheless.

Technical Rating

3

Status Reports

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Access Description

From Paradise Valley, Nevada, head north on Hinkley Summit Road. From US Highway 95 from McDermitt, head south on 95 and you will take a left onto the trail.

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