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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
The hike up Monitor Canyon can be reached from a wide gravel turnaround at the top of Unionville.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
Monitor Canyon begins just before the dirt turnaround, on a double track that heads south.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
After passing a single driveway, the path quickly turns to a rough double track. This road will be the course for the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
The first of several creek crossings.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
Soon, all noise and signs of other people disappear and hikers will likely find themselves alone in northern Nevada's dramatic mountainous country.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
The route follows a stream as it flows down from higher up in the mountains.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
Shady aspen groves give hikers a chance to get out of the sun.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
A look back at the scenic canyon in Nevada's Humboldt Range.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
A small grove with damaged trees marks that hikers are getting close to the abandoned cabin.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
The abandoned miner's cabin in Monitor Canyon.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/06/2019
The abandoned cabin sits within a quiet aspen grove.