Mount Rose Summit - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Mount Rose Summit
Mount Rose Summit is a prominent mountain, which is part of the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and stands at an impressive height of 10,776 feet, making it the highest peak in the range.The summit offers breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding area, including Lake Tahoe, the surrounding valleys, and the distant mountains. It is a popular destination for hikers, backpackers, and climbers due to its challenging and rewarding nature.
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Slide Mountain
1.1km from Mount Rose Summit
Slide Mountain is a prominent peak, part of the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The mountain stands at an elevation of 9,702 feet and is the highest peak in the Carson Range south of Mount Rose.Slide Mountain is a popular destination for hikers and skiers due to its challenging terrain and stunning panoramic views. The Tahoe Rim Trail, a 165-mile trail that circumnavigates Lake Tahoe, passes near the summit of Slide Mountain.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
1.94km from Mount Rose Summit
Mount Rose Ski Tahoe is the closest ski resort to Reno, Nevada. Mt. Rose has the highest base elevation of a Tahoe-region ski resort at about 8,260 ft. The resort area is 1,200 acres and is located in Toiyabe National Forest.
Winters Creek Lodge
2.37km from Mount Rose Summit
Winters Creek Lodge is a charming alpine lodge located in Washoe County, Nevada. It is situated at an elevation of 8,500 feet on the slopes of Mount Rose, offering visitors stunning views of the surrounding mountains valleys. The lodge is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders, with easy access to the Mount Rose Ski Tahoe resort, which boasts over 1,200 acres of skiable terrain.
Mount Rose Trail
2.55km from Mount Rose Summit
The Mount Rose Trail is a challenging hiking trail located in Washoe County, Nevada. The trail leads to the summit of Mount Rose, the highest peak in the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, standing at an elevation of 10,776 feet.The trail is approximately 10.6 miles long and has an elevation gain of approximately 2,300 feet. The trailhead is located at the Mount Rose Summit parking lot, which can be accessed via Highway 431.
Ophir Creek
2.87km from Mount Rose Summit
Ophir Creek is a picturesque creek located in Washoe County, Nevada. It is a popular spot for fishing, hiking, and picnicking, offering visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The creek runs through the Ophir Creek Trail, which is a 3.2-mile hike that winds through a beautiful canyon and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Chickadee Ridge
3.22km from Mount Rose Summit
Chickadee Ridge is a gorgeous mountain range located in Washoe County, Nevada, known for its stunning views and abundant wildlife. The ridge is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe and covers an area of about 1,200 acres. The hiking trails in Chickadee Ridge offer breathtaking views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.
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Washoe County
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Washoe County is a county in the U.S. state of Nevada. As of the 2010 census, the population was 421,407, making it Nevada's second-most populous county.
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