How to drive the unpaved road to Virginia Peak in Nevada?

Virginia Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.551m (8,370ft) above sea level, located in Washoe County, in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Virginia Peak

Where is Virginia Peak?

The peak is located about 25 miles northeast of downtown Reno, in the western part of Nevada.

Why is there a road to Virginia Peak?

Set high in the Pah Rah Range, a National Weather Service NEXRAD doppler weather radar station is located at the summit.

Is the road to Virginia Peak unpaved?

The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Microwave Road. The road is periodically graded and often any vehicle can drive most of the way. To get the summit, you’ll need a 4x4 vehicle.

How long is the road to Virginia Peak?

Starting from Quaking Aspen Road, the road to the summit is 9.65km (6.0 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 879m (2,887 ft) and the average gradient is 9.10%.
Pic: Scott E. Mayer

 



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