Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail

The Ruby Crest National Recreation Trail is a long-distance hiking route that winds through the Ruby Mountains, connecting remote alpine basins and high passes. The path traverses diverse ecosystems as elevation changes significantly along the way.

Native American groups hunted in the Ruby Mountains region long before mining operations arrived in the 1800s. This earlier use of the landscape gradually gave way to mineral extraction activities.

The trail connects multiple alpine environments, from Liberty Lake to Lamoille Canyon, representing the natural heritage of Nevada's high-altitude wilderness areas.

The hiking season runs from summer through early fall when snow has melted and trails are passable. Visitors should prepare for variable weather and sudden temperature shifts at high elevations.

The trail passes through three distinct climate zones where specialized plant species adapted to harsh conditions thrive at higher elevations. This ecological diversity makes the route biologically noteworthy for observant hikers.

Location: Elko County

GPS coordinates: 40.54800,-115.40500

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41