The Ash Grove Trail offers a unique hiking experience in the colorful Red Rock Canyon at Nevada's Spring Mountain Ranch State Park. The trail loops through the only naturally growing ash grove in southern Nevada. Arizona ash can grow to heights of 50 feet and have a diameter of 12 inches.
The Ash Grove Trail has a maximum elevation of 3,732 ft., a minimum elevation of 3,666 ft. and an elevation range of 66 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
0.8 mi | 3,666 ft | 3,732 ft | 66 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
20 min | 3.5 | 42 ft | 71 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
20 min | 5.9 | 71 ft | 42 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Ash Grove Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
What is the length of the Ash Grove Trail?
The length of the trail is 0.8 miles (1.2 km) or 1,640 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Ash Grove Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 20 minutes in one direction and in 20 minutes in the opposite direction.
Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin.
(cdc.gov)