8 Attractions to Explore Near 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Highest mountain in the East Humboldt Range of mountains, it is 11,311 feet (3,448 m) high. The arch named Hole in the Mountain or Lizzie's Window, which gives the peak its name is in the ridge about one third of a mile (0.5 km) south of the summit at about 11,127 feet (3,392 m).

Humboldt Peak is a prominent mountain peak, approximately 60 miles southeast of Ruby Valley. It stands at an elevation of 11,020 feet and is one of the highest peaks in the region.The mountain offers stunning views of the surrounding area, including the Ruby Mountains, the Great Basin, and nearby mountain ranges. It is known for its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and rocky outcrops that make it a challenging climb for even experienced hikers and climbers.