Elko, Nevada Off Road Trails

Discover sweeping vistas of the Ruby Valley and Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge from overlooks perched on summits. There are multiple trails at the top of Harrison Pass (7,247 feet) for all levels of riding.

Distance from Elko: 42 miles (67.2 km)
Services: None available, limited services available in Jiggs (5 miles/8.35 km)
Skill Level: All

Explore one of the most remote areas in Northern Nevada. The Jarbidge Mountains form a diamond shape, with eight of their peaks over 10,000 feet. Stag Mountain is a day trip. Charleston and Jarbidge require overnight camping.

Distance from Elko: 40 miles (64.4 km)
Services: None available; all services available in Elko
Skill Level: All

Historically ranching country, the trails around School and Sherman Creek provide plenty of wildlife viewing and scenic meadows.

Distance from Elko: 65 miles (104.7 km)

Services: None available; limited services available in Jiggs (28 miles/45 km)
Skill Level: All

Merritt Mountain is located north of Elko and east of Wildhorse Reservoir. Rich in historic mining culture as well as beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, Merritt is found near the ghost town of Patsville and Rio Tinto.

Distance from Elko: 85 Miles (138 km)
Services: All services available in Elko
Skill Level: All

Spruce Mountain is approximately one hour east of Elko and will serve any skills of the riders who choose to venture there. Please respect the traces of America’s past while visiting this historic area with old mining towns.

Distance from Elko: 87 miles (145.3 km)
Services: All services in Wells 37 miles (61.8 km)
Skill Level: All

Located at the south end of the Ruby Mountains, these 4W trails will provide ample opportunity for wildlife viewing and scenic mountain vistas.

Distance from Elko: 65 miles (104.7 km)
Services: None available
Skill Level: All

Just northeast of Elko, this well maintained dirt road provides access to several interesting 4WD trails. Plenty of rolling canyon driving makes this area fun to explore.

Distance from Elko: 12 miles (19.3 km)
Services: All services available in Elko
Skill Level: All

Located south of Wells on U.S. Highway 93, the roads wind through varied terrain offering wildlife viewing opportunities and scenic vistas.

Distance from Elko: 87 miles (145.3 km)
Services: All services available in Wells
Skill Level: All

Located north of Elko and east of Wildhorse Reservoir, explore rich historic mining culture as well as beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife just near the ghost towns of Patsville and Rio Tinto.

Distance from Elko: 85 Miles (138 km)
Services: All services available in Elko
Skill Level: All

Accessible both from Carlin and State Route 226, this county road is maintained gravel and dirt and very accessible by a sport utility vehicle. This route travels through a nice variety of mining and ranching areas along Maggie Creek. Plenty of wildlife is usually visible from the road.

Distance from Elko: 26 miles (42 km)
Services: All services available in Carlin, limited services along route.
Skill Level: All