This challenging section of trail takes you up the steep side of Griffith Peak past a winter avalanche chute. Surrounded by steep limestone cliffs, the trail switchbacks up through a large grove of quaking aspen trees and offers stunning views of the valley below. These trees are especially beautiful in the fall when the aspen leaves change from a vibrant green to deep shades of orange and gold.

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Charleston Peak Trail South Loop

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Mount Charleston Summit – Echo Canyon Overlook loop from Mount Charleston

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Distance 914 m

Uphill 210 m

Downhill 200 m

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Location: Mount Charleston, Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Clark County, Nevada, United States

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