Upper Sharps Canyon
0.6 mi
Distance
407 ft
Elev. Gain
24m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Upper Sharps Canyon is a point-to-point trail in Humboldt National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Elko County, Nevada. It is 0.6 miles long and gains 407 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Lamoille, Nevada, about 13 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,174 ft |
| End | 0.6 mi | 2,302 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Lamoille, NV · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Elko County, NV
- Jurisdiction:
- Humboldt National Forest · United States Forest Service
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In this park
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Sheep Camp in Ruby Valley
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Lamoille, NV
Pricing varies — check with the operator1 sitesNational Forest Reservable No Service
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Dispersed Site near 40.6606, -115.4388
13.2 mi awayHumboldt National Forest
Dispersed
Camp Lamoille-Dispersed Camping
13.3 mi awayHumboldt National Forest
Lamoille, NV
Pricing varies — check with the operatorDispersed Reservable
Powerhouse Group Picnic Area
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