Exploration Peak (Nevada)
Exploration Peak is a small peak in the unincorporated town of Enterprise, Nevada, United States in the planned community of Mountain's Edge just south of State Route 160 (Blue Diamond Road). It is located within the eponymous Exploration Peak Park.
| Exploration Peak | |
|---|---|
  Exploration Peak | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,854 ft (870 m)[1] |
| Coordinates | 36°00′37″N 115°09′11″W[1] |
| Geography | |
| Location | Clark County, Nevada, United States |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Exploration Peak Trail |
Etymology
Exploration Peak is named for its proximity to the Old Spanish Trail.[1]
Hiking and recreation
Part of Exploration Peak Park, the peak is easily accessed by two main trails, the 0.9 mi (1.4 km) Exploration Peak Trail and the 1.3 mi (2.1 km) Exploration Peak Loop, and features an overlook at the summit.[2][3]
References
- "Exploration Peak". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior.
- "Exploration Peak Trail". AllTrails. Retrieved 19 August 2021.
- "Exploration Peak Loop". AllTrails. Retrieved 19 August 2021.
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