12 miles

Distance

2,064 ft

Climb

-586 ft

Descent

1 miles

High Point

Ridden as an out and back from Carson City to Virginia City on predominately dirt roads, what this ride lacks in singletrack it more than makes up for in classic western adventure. Some of the things that you may see along the way are wild horses, a train on the historic V&T Rail Road, and abandoned mining equipment. There are multiple cemeteries along the route, with grave markers dating back to the 1800's, that can be explored. When you get to Virginia City there are numerous eateries and saloons where you can refuel before heading back home along the way you came. This ride is best done in the fall when the roads are in good shape and the temperatures are mild, as there is no shade or water along the route.

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Difficulty rating

Green
Route Type

Out & Back
Bike type

AM, XC, Fat
Direction

Both Directions
Physical rating

Moderate

More Stats for Carson to the Comstock mountain bike route

Altitude min

4,716 ft
Altitude start

4,716 ft
Altitude end

6,195 ft
Grade

2.416%
Grade max

-19.215%
Grade min

25.572%
Distance climb

7 miles
Distance down

3 miles
Distance flat

1 miles

Carson to the Comstock route

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More Stats for Carson to the Comstock mountain bike route