Mount Charleston

It is a misconception that there is only one desert in Nevada because the mighty Mount Charleston is a heaving and breathing canopy of diversified landscapes. From waterfalls and wildflowers to snow-cloaked crags and corrugations, this magnificent mountain boasts an unparalleled and undulating topography. Burrowed deep in the enormous Mount Charleston Wilderness, the mountain is adorned with an array of crisscrossing hiking trails and a patchwork of picnic spaces. Said to be the highest in southern Nevada, the peak is most famous for its unique offering of dramatic landscapes and awe-inspiring views of the horizon, the Sierra Nevada range and other surrounding mountains. No matter what the season is, Mount Charleston makes for a great, fun-filled outdoor trip.