There is a short little nature hike along the road to the lake hikes we did in Elko. It’s a fantastic way to learn about the valley. We stopped and took the time to walk the short half mile loop. Lamoille Canyon was extensively sculpted by glaciers in previous ice ages and you can see evidence of it. …
Our last hike in the Ruby Mtn Range left right from the Thomas Campground. It’s a quick but steady hike at 4.3 miles with1300′ in elevation gain. It tops out at 8900′ so take it slow if altitude bothers you. Whether it’s because it’s the last day of a series of high altitude hikes or …
Living full time on the road requires chore days just like good old fashioned house living. But it’s always a crapshoot what the laundromat will be like. Exciting! Usually we try to find something in town to do/see to make the trip “fun”. Elko has a lot of art whether it’s murals, or boot sculptures. …
After yesterday’s FANTASTIC hike to Lamoille Lake, we decided to hike to nearby Island Lake. Island Lake is a cirque lake, which is a lake that forms in a bowl-shaped depression carved into a mountain by a glacier. Who doesn’t like lakes? This hike was shorter than the previous day, but had more climbing. I’d …
Lamoille Canyon outside Elko, NV is the most amazing place you haven’t heard of. These are the Ruby Mountains and they are no joke. Known as the “Swiss Alps of Nevada,” the Ruby Mountains are a glacier-carved paradise full of endless outdoor adventure surrounded by alpine lakes and streams, tree-lined canyons, and towering peaks. Two …