Winnemucca Lake Caves South Shore
Total Miles
18.0
Elevation
1,259.19 ft
Duration
4 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Trail Overview
This is a well-traveled gravel road. On the south end of the route, the road curves around a sand dune that can cover up the trail at times. Many of the caves on this end are overhanging. The major site is a tufa dome that is named Nicolarsen which is located near Highway 447.
Photos of Winnemucca Lake Caves South Shore
Difficulty
Much of the road is well traveled. The sand dunes may need to be skirted to continue the ride.
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