How to drive the unpaved road to Lovell Summit in Nevada

Lovell Summit is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.075m (6,807ft) above sea level, located in Clark County, in the U.S. state of Nevada.

Lovell Summit

Where is Lovell Summit?

The pass is located west of Las Vegas, in the southern part of Nevada, within La Madre Mountain Wilderness.

Is Lovell Summit unpaved?

The road to the summit is pretty winding, and mostly unpaved, with a few concrete parts. It’s called Forest Service Road 45536 (Lovell Canyon Summit Road). The road is pretty steep, with some sections up to 10.7%.

How long is the road through Lovell Summit?

The through the pass is 45.3 km (28.2 miles) long, starting and ending at the paved NV-160. It’s a backcountry connector route between Lovell Canyon and Trout Canyon.

Is the road through Lovell Summit open year-round?

Set high in Spring Mountains, the ride is rather remote, so you need to be prepared. It's not a difficult trail, but it's quite soft and can get icy in winter. It’s usually open year-round.
Pic: Nick Nickerson

 



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