Cedarville, California · Washoe County
The Upper High Rock Trail is a one mile non-motorized use path following the National Historic Applegate Trail. There is a small stream along the canyon bottom with dense riparian vegetation and lots of aspens. This is a beautiful trail which offers ample photography and wildlife sightseeing opportunities. The trailhea…
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The Upper High Rock Trail is a one mile non-motorized use path following the National Historic Applegate Trail. There is a small stream along the canyon bottom with dense riparian vegetation and lots of aspens. This is a beautiful trail which offers ample photography and wildlife sightseeing opportunities. The trailhead begins at Steven's Camp Recreation Area within the Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area.
The Upper High Rock Trail is located less than one-mile southwest of Steven's Camp.
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