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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
From the dirt parking area, the trail immediately descends down toward Ash Canyon Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
The single track trail notches about 475' in elevation gain over its 1.15 mile length.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
Several small waterfalls and areas to dip your hands in the creek make for nice stops along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
Ash Canyon Creek Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
As you gain in elevation, several large pine trees provide areas of shade.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
A couple creek crossings on small wooden foot bridges.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
The hike is scenic and nestled between the creek and the hillsides.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
Stream crossing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
Ash Canyon Creek Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
The trail ends at a fork with the Ash To Kings Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/27/2025
Views of Carson City from the hike.

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