How to drive the unpaved road to Mount Hamilton in Nevada

Mount Hamilton is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 3.091m (10,141ft) above sea level, located in White Pine County, in the U.S. state of Nevada. It's one of the highest roads of Nevada.

Mount Hamilton

Where is Mount Hamilton?

The peak is located in the eastern boundary of the Nevada, within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Is the road to Mount Hamilton unpaved?

The rough road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s narrow in parts and steep. A 4x4 vehicle is required.

How long is the road to Mount Hamilton?

Starting from White Pine County Road 5, the road to the summit is 14.96km (9.3 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 997m (3,274 ft) and the average gradient is 6.66%.

Is the road to Mount Hamilton open year-round?

Set high in the White Pine Range, the road is not plowed in winters.
Pic&video: Ray Taylor

 

 

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