Egan Crest Trailhead

Egan Crest Trail System The Egan Crest Trail System provides recreationists with 24 miles of trails with a variety of terrain from the rolling sagebrush flats to the higher elevations in pinyon and juniper forests.

The trails consist of single-track and signed two-track roads and are open to hiking, mountain biking, equestrian, motorcycles, and ATVs.

Beautiful vistas await along the high points of the trail. Things to note: 2 trail loops and 2 connector trails: 24 miles total / 38.6 km. Other amenities:

Picnic tables and shade structures at trailhead. No potable water!!!

Latitude / Longitude 39.3464, -115.032

At this time, there are no use fees.

Directions The BLM trailhead is approximately 8 miles west of Ely off Highway 50 on the north side of the road.

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Courtesy S. Ward – Nature trails, Paranghat Wildlife Refuge