United States
Nevada
Clark County
Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
Mount Charleston
Kyle Canyon climb to Mount Charleston
United States
Nevada
Clark County
Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
Mount Charleston
Kyle Canyon climb to Mount Charleston
Road Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Recommended by Paul_C
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
Location: Mount Charleston, Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Clark County, Nevada, United States
Climbing Kyle Canyon up to Mount Charleston offers a very long 21 miles with a sustained ascent. It provides you with a dramatic escape from the Las Vegas desert heat into the cool mountain forests. Gaining over 4,400ft to reach altitudes around 7,700ft, expect a consistent climb averaging around 4.5%, with maximum gradients generally only reaching 7-9%. What will really please you on this climb is the striking scenery transition from Mojave Desert scrub to towering pines and limestone cliffs. Be prepared for potentially heavy recreational traffic, especially on weekends, and pack layers for the significant temperature drop at higher elevations.
May 2, 2025
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