Mount Callaghan
Usa, north-america
N/A
3,107 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, so you're looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure in Nevada? Check out Mount Callaghan in Lander County! This beast tops out at 10,193 feet, making it one of the highest drives in the state.
You can thank the communications tower up top (visible from Highway 305) for the road's existence. But be warned: this isn't your Sunday cruise. Expect a gravel and rocky track, bumpy and uneven at times as you wind your way up the Toiyabe Range. It’s usually snowed in during winter.
Definitely for experienced off-roaders only! You’ll need 4x4 for sure, and a good head for heights is a must. The trail gets pretty steep in sections, and if it’s been raining, prepare for some serious mud. Your reward? Killer views from the top, next to that trusty communications tower.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 3,107 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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