West Mountain Peak Road

Total Miles
2.5

Elevation

2,342.85 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

5

Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

West Mountain Peak Road provides access for maintaining several communications towers situated at the top of West Mountain Peak. The road starts at the top of Hells Hole Pass and continues 2.5 miles to the peak. The road is not for the faint of heart and is only meant for a high clearance vehicle, ATV or SxS. The road covers 1600 feet of elevation gain in a 2.5-mile span. There are nearly 360-degree views of Southern Utah and Nevada.

Photos of West Mountain Peak Road

West Mountain Peak Road
West Mountain Peak Road

Difficulty

Sections of the road are very steep grades with a lot of loose rock and shale for the road surface. Only experienced drivers should attempt this trail with the correct equipment.

Technical Rating

5

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