Elko/Ruby Mtns snowmobile riding area
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Cascades / Sierra NevadaNevada

Elko/Ruby Mtns

Nevada, United States

Ride prepared. Check current avalanche, weather, closure, and road information with the linked authority before departure.

Open/Close Dates

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  • None

Avalanche Conditions

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Avalanche.org

Trail Map

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Elko is surrounded by pristine forests and meadows, crisscrossed in nearly every direction by numerous trails for snowmobiles. Just south of Elko, the Ruby Mountains feature remote trails into Nevada’s backcountry. The 10,000-acre Lamoille Canyon Scenic Area (often referred to as the Alps of Nevada) is one of Nevada’s most spectacular landscapes. Follow the 12-mile, paved road through the canyon to the unloading area at the snow line. Remember, snowmobiling is prohibited in designated wilderness areas, but there are plenty of legal riding opportunities within the canyon itself.

Trail Map for this riding area

Webcams

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SR-227/SR-228 Lamoille South CCTV MM EL7

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Nearest Snotel

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  • Lamoille8051 ft
  • Lamoille Upper8993 ft

Weather

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Forecast for Ruby Mtns area

Weather for this riding area

Search & Rescue

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Elko County Search & Rescue Call 911 or (775) 738-3421 Call 911 or use your satellite communications device

Search & Rescue for this riding area

Snowmobile Clubs

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None

Parking

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Directions: Follow the 12-mile, paved road through the canyon to the unloading area at the snow line. Remember, snowmobiling is prohibited in designated wilderness areas, but there are plenty of legal riding opportunities within the canyon itself.

Parking for this riding area

User Permits

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NONE NEEDED

Products & Services

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Lodging

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Road Conditions

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NV Travel and Weather Information