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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
The trail begins behind a gate in a quiet residential area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
The trail follows a single track course as it slowly climbs up the low mountains east of Sparks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
The surface of the route is dirt and rocky, so while not steep, it is a bit technical owing to the loose surface.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
The trail quickly weaves into the hills, leaving the city what feels like far in the distance behind.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
Views of Peavine Mountain dominate the west, while the rest of the surrounding landscape is a sea of high desert.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
Near the top of the trail, the route intersects with the Spanish Springs Single Track, a somewhat popular mountain biking route.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
Views toward the west on the Pah Rah Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
01/29/2024
The route heads into the lower areas of the Pah Rah Mountains.