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Mt. Washington
An 11,658 foot summit makes Mt. Washington a great place to overlook the park and gain a better appreciation for the expansive area below.
Plan Around Mt. Washington
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Mt. Washington Details
A 4-wheel-drive only road leads up to the mountain and to spectacular views of the surrounding area. Mt. Washington is home to the largest group of Bristlecone Pine trees in the area, even though they are incredibly hard to access. If you try to get to Mt. Washington, be aware that there are no developed trails leading up the mountain, so you will have to do a bit of trailblazing. There is a very primitive road that leads up to Mt. Washington from just west of the park, which is your best access point, and it goes directly through the Bristlecone Pine forest, which is a great stop along the way. Make sure to have a spare tire and watch for sharp rocks and uneven surfaces.
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Nearby Parks Around Mt. Washington
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mt. Washington
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2.3 mi away
Johnson Lake Trail
A 7.4-mile, steep trail that leads to Johnson Lake with great views of the Snake Creek Drainage and the Johnson Lake Mine area.
3.0 mi away
Baker Lake
Take your poles and hiking gear with you because this alpine lake is accessed by a 12-mile roundtrip hike.
4.2 mi away
Snake Creek Primitive Campground
Great Basin's only primitive campgrounds are located along the Snake Creek roads.
5.5 mi away
Baker Lake Trail
This difficult 12-mile out-and-back trail is high effort for a high reward.
5.5 mi away
Baker Lake/Johnson Lake Loop
Combining the Baker Lake and Johnson Lake trails creates a wonderful loop hike that spans 13.1 miles.
