Mount Wilson Navigation Towers

Trail Overview

This 26.2-mile trail takes you to the Mount Wilson Navigation Towers on top of Mount Wilson. Mount Wilson is the highest point in the Wilson Creek Mountains in Lincoln County, Nevada. The trail is maintained by the county road department for the ranchers, military, and communication companies from US Route 93 to the top of Mount Wilson.

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Difficulty

This trail climbs through a series of switchbacks over the final four miles, gaining elevation from approximately 6,500 feet to 9,300 feet. The ascent is steady but manageable under normal conditions, and the rest of the trail is free from obstacles.

Technical Rating

Mount Wilson Navigation Towers can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike