Mt Wilson Byway Lookout - NV
N 38° 15.686 W 114° 21.353
11S E 731339 N 4238129
The Mt Wilson Scenic Byway passes over the Range and provides a view of the surrounding area at its apex. Mt Wilson is several hundred feet higher just to the west, and the peaks of Great Basin National Park to the north.
Waymark Code: WMBRWQ
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 06/18/2011
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Mt. Wilson Back Country Byway
State: Nevada
Length: 66.0 mi / 106.2 km
Time to Allow: 2-4 hours to enjoy this byway.
Restrictions: Portions of this byway may require a high-clearance type vehicle.
Mount Wilson Back Country Byway extends around 66 miles of the Wilson Range. The gravel road winds through volcanic caldera now overgrown with pinyons and junipers along the skirts of the range. Towards the peaks of the range, aspens and ponderosa pines grow profusely. Trek through the byway, crossing wide basins and passing through narrow canyons. Explore historical cabins or visit a pioneer cemetery. Stop at the historical Pioche mining town as you work your way through the Wilson Range, and take time to discover the many species of wildlife.
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