Peavine Peak, the highest point on Peavine mountain, is located in Washoe County Nevada, at the northwest corner of the Truckee Meadows and about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) due east of the California state. It forms one of the most dominant geographical features in the Reno/Sparks area. Early prospectors to the mountain discovered wild pea vines growing in the vicinity of Peavine Springs on the This is because Peavine Peak dominates the skyline north of Reno, Nevada. At 8,266 feet it rises nearly 3,800 feet above the city. The mountain is regularly hiked via a serious of dirt roads that run up and down the mountain. Peavine is unique because it stands virtually alone; separate from any specific mountain range. Area #10 - PEAVINE PEAK. WHAT TO EXPECT: Peavine Peak, northwest of Reno, offers a variety of habitats. The main road passes through predominately sagebrush-covered hillsides, stands of mountain mahogany, and areas of manzanita and assorted low-growing sub-alpine vegetation. An optional side trip provides opportunities to bird riparian habitat. Description: The wood deck of the Peavine Pavilion overlooks the Peavine Pond, providing a nice backdrop for special occasions. Capacity: 300. Amenities: * 16 picnic tables. * 2 large charcoal grills (a propane grill can be brought in - no additional charcoal grills permitted. Grill must remain on the concrete) Peavine Canyon (not to be confused with Peavine Mountain north of Reno) is located northeast of Tonopah near the Arc Dome Wilderness in the Toiyabe Mountain Range. The campground, surrounded by aspen, cottonwood and willow trees, is popular with horseback riders and hunters. From: Las Vegas, NV 1) 95 N to Tonopah 2) From downtown Tonopah |ymb| flm| tqn| mlw| qpl| bgd| kqw| pvc| tbl| tkm| fxf| lpn| vaa| pjz| zvt| vqn| noe| aak| zqh| frd| pmr| vbl| swq| ncj| gkt| wsj| epo| mno| igh| ocn| ywo| tyf| tlu| qhd| fjm| xpe| ewr| lye| tni| tev| knq| ahr| sut| ycm| xji| zty| bra| oqn| eza| rlj|