Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Galena Terrace

Mountain biking trails

United States

Nevada

Washoe County

Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Galena Terrace

Moderate

4.7

(8125)

19,399

riders

Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Galena Terrace

02:34

25.8km

640m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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8.19 km

Firewood Storage at Galena Creek Regional Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Galena Creek Regional Park is the starting point for a lot of popular hikes in the area. It's also a great spot to start and finish a ride on Mount …

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14.1 km

Junction of Dry Pond Trail & Jones/Whites Creek Loop Trail

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This trail junction—a beautiful, shady spot perfect for a break and a snack—also provides a chance to connect to longer trails and loops for whatever size adventure fits your timeline.

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15.5 km

Dry Pond

Highlight • Lake

Located in a meadow on top of a ridge, Dry Pond is a good spot to have a water break. No matter which way you got here you had a good climb, so catch your breath before tackling the downhill.

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15.6 km

If your timing is right, you'll enjoy an array of colors provided by alpine wildflowers in this meadow. Sweeping views to the southwest also reveal the peaks of the Mount Rose Wilderness, which are often still snow-capped well into summer.

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18.1 km

Upper Thomas Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail follows along the creek in a steady incline. Nothing too technical but you'll feel it on the climb for sure. If you can ride here in autumn you'll …

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22.1 km

Lower Whites Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lower Whites Creek Trail starts out in the sage brush of the high desert before reaching the trees near the aptly named Timberline Drive. From there you could continue uphill …

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25.8 km

End point

Parking

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