Tips
Daniel Krueger
September 7, 2023
Hiking
While the northern part of Prison Hill Recreation Area is for hikers and bikers only, the southern part can be used by motorized vehicles as well. Once you're inside the area, you will have multiple options on where to go and no matter how you decide, you will have a great time with amazing views of the Carson Range, Carson City and much more.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Prison Hill Recreation Area
2
hikers
13.7km
04:06
480m
280m
Hike the moderate 8.5-mile Mexican Ditch and Prison Hill Loop for diverse scenery, from historic irrigation channels to panoramic desert vie
Moderate
8.74km
02:39
290m
290m
Hike the moderate 5.4-mile Prison Hill Recreation Area loop for panoramic views of Carson City and diverse high desert scenery.
Moderate
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Elevation 1,650 m
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