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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
The hike to the letters on the side of White Pine Hill begins just west of Broadbent Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
The path follows a series of steep, rough ORV roads.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
Signs of Ely's mining past lay abandoned and visible along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
This is a thigh burner of a hike located a short distance from Ely's historic downtown area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
Wild flowers growing along the path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
As you gain in elevation, views of downtown Ely open up.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
Unique mining ruins along the hike up White Pine Hill.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/01/2024
Catching one's breath at the letters overlooking Ely.