Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
The start of the trail at the west end of High Street heads briefly up a dirt road before becoming a steep rough single track 'trail' that veers nearly directly up the hill.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
Much of the .66 miles is up this rocky path tracing the lower ridgeline of the hill.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
As you gain in elevation, you also get a wider view over the historical section of Ely.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
The hike rises to panoramic views across the surrounding landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
The Whorehouse Hill is a popular downhill mountain biking path, descending from the radio towers standing atop the mountain peaks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
Portions of this hike vary between rough rocky terrain, single track, and rugged and washed out jeep roads.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
Standing over 1500' feet above the trailhead elevation, this radio tower greets hikers who are just a short distance from the peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
A short rocky scramble from the tower brings hikers to a rocky promontory standing at 8010' in elevation.
Shaun Hunter
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11/01/2022
Mine ruins and shafts are visible along the route, displaying the region's heavy mining history.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
The hike down follows a steep rocky wash that passes down a canyon.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
Joining up with a rugged washed out jeep road, the path to the bottom becomes clearer the further you descend.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
11/01/2022
Views across Murry Canyon as the trail begins its final descent toward the historical section of Ely.