Recreation area

Egan Crest Trailhead

Ely · Nevada — managed by Bureau of Land Management

First-come, first-served — no online reservations

About this campground

Egan Crest Trail System The Egan Crest Trail System provides recreationists with 24 miles of trails with a variety of terrain from the rolling sagebrush flats to the higher elevations in pinyon and juniper forests. The trails consist of single-track and signed two-track roads and are open to hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, motorcycles, and ATVs. Beautiful vistas await along the high points of the trail. Things to note: 2 trail loops and 2 connector trails: 24 miles total / 38.6 km. Other amenities: Picnic tables and shade structures at trailhead. No potable water.

Getting there

How to get there: the BLM trailhead is approximately 8 miles west of Ely off Highway 50 on the north side of the road.

Contact
775-289-1800

Activities

  • SKIING
  • BIKING
  • CAMPING
  • HIKING
  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE

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