The Loneliest Highway to Robinson Summit in Nevada

Robinson Summit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.317m (7,601ft) above sea level, located in southern White Pine County, in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Robinson Summit

Where is Robinson Summit?

The pass is located west of McGill, in the central-eastern part of Nevada, within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Is the road to Robinson Summit paved?

The road to the summit is totally paved in very good condition. It’s called US Highway 50, nicknamed as the Loneliest Highway in America. The road is pretty steep, with some parts up to 8% gradients, and numerous turns.

How long is the road to Robinson Summit?

The pass road is 125km (77 miles) long, running west-east from Eureka to Eli.

Is the road to Robinson Summit open year-round?

Set high in the Egan Range, the road is usually open year-round with occasional closure in winters due to dangerous weather conditions.

 

 

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