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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.

The Mt. Charlston race is probably the fastest Marathon in the US. After the start at 7600ft it drops 5000ft at a 4% slope. The race takes place the first Saturday in April and is a Boston Qualifier. See the Revel Marathon website for details. If you want to participate then make sure you train downhill runs (e.g. on a treadmill with negative incline). Participants are normally bussed up to the starting line and loading starts in Sumerlin around 3:30am. If you are lucky, then rent a cabin (Mt. Charlston lodge & cabins) directly at the starting line and step out of the warm room into the freezing air just 10min before the race starts at 6am. One of the best moments is when the sun rises over the desert directly in front of you...

Railroad Pass is a pretty barren mountain pass that sits at 2,358 feet (719 meters) in the Black Hills of the River Mountains near Henderson, Nevada. The busy I-11 runs through the pass, but by bike, you can do it on Dawson Avenue or the Union Pacific Railroad Trail running adjacent to it. Failing that, there is the River Mountains Loop Trail on the other side of the I-11.

A saddle point on the north loop which is perfect for a breather or a break to make a hot drink and take in the views.

Badger Pass is a fun, long climb up generally smooth singletrack that you can link up with the popular 3 Mile Smile via a short short switchback descent.

Small, quiet campsite/campground with a view of Las Vegas.

Great plateau with room for some tents. On one side you can see Las Vegas in the depth, to other Charleston Peak and the desert below. Backcountry Permits are not necessary.