Pilot Peak - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Pilot Peak
Named for its use as an easily recognized landmark, it is the highest point in the Pilot Range. 4th highest peak in Nevada.
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Attractions Near Pilot Peak
Wendover Will Neon Cowboy
31.23km from Pilot Peak
Wendover Will is a famous neon cowboy statue located in Elko County, Nevada, near the town of West Wendover. The statue stands at a height of 63 feet and is the largest mechanical neon cowboy in the world.The statue was built in 1952 and was originally located at the Stateline Casino, near the border of Nevada and Utah. It was later moved to its current location at the intersection of Interstate 80 and Wendover Boulevard.
Pequop Summit
41.59km from Pilot Peak
Peop Summit is a mountain pass located in Elko County, Nevada, approximately 35 miles northeast of Ruby Valley. It stands at an elevation of 6,929 feet and serves as a major transportation route, connecting the cities of Wells and Wendover. The summit is known for its stunning views of the surrounding area, including the Toiyabe Range and the Pilot Range.
Spruce Mountain
81.47km from Pilot Peak
At 10,267 feet (3,129 m) high, it was named from the spruce timber near the summit. The western side of the mountain was the site of copper, silver, and lead mining during the late 19th century. The settlement of Sprucemont on the western slope of the mountain supported the mining activity and existed from 1868 through about 1900 and is now a ghost town.
Angel Lake
84.66km from Pilot Peak
A glacial tarn with an area of approximately 13 acres (5.2 hectares), and a depth of up to 29 feet (9 m). Located at the base of a steep cirque, the lake is surrounded by high cliffs.
Metropolis Ghost Town
85.25km from Pilot Peak
A ghost town from early twentieth century, when many homesteaders attempted to farm in the Great Basin. Metropolis was a project of an eastern businessman, Harry L. Pierce, intended to be the center of a huge farming district.
East Humboldt Wilderness
85.54km from Pilot Peak
The Humboldt Wilderness is a vast and rugged wilderness area located in Elko County, Nevada. Covering over 60,000 acres, the wilderness is known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unique geological features.The region is home to several mountain ranges, including the East Humboldt Range, which boasts peaks that reach over 11,000 feet in elevation. The wilderness also contains several alpine lakes, crystal-clear streams, and lush meadows.
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Elko County
48 attractions
Fourth-largest county by area in the contiguous United States. It is one of only 10 counties in the U.S. with more than 10,000 square miles (25,900 km2) of area.
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