GULCH 1 is about 0.8 miles long, or about 1.6 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on GULCH 1?

About 786 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 5,655 and 6,487 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike GULCH 1?

Plan on about 1 hr at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.

What can you do on GULCH 1?

GULCH 1 is open to hiking, biking, ATV / UTV, dirt bikes and E-bikes, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.

Where does GULCH 1 start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 41.91336, -115.63472. Use the Directions button to get there.

GULCH 1

Off-road trail near Jackpot, Nevada · Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Hiking Biking Mountain biking ATV / UTV Dirt bikes E-bikes

Length0.8 mi1.6 mi out and back

Climb786 ftround trip

Hike time1 hrround trip

DifficultyHardestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 41.91336, -115.63472

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking, Biking, ATV / UTV, Dirt bikes, E-bikes
Shape: One way
Elevation: 5,655 to 6,487 ft
Ride time: 45 min by bike
Surface: Native material
Typical grade: TG06 - +20-30%
Managed by: Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Trail number: 16428
County: Elko County, Nevada

Nevada ATV and dirt bike rules

Registration: Yes. OHV registration decal $20/yr (1976+ or over 70cc).
Visiting from out of state: Valid home-state OHV registration accepted (stay limits apply).
Trail pass: Decal covers off-road use.
Helmets: Helmet required on public streets. No off-road helmet law found.
Young riders: No minimum age off-road.
Safety course: Not required.
UTVs / side-by-sides: Same as ATVs.
Good to know: Driver license needed only for street use.

Source: Nevada DMV OHV program, checked 2026-11-06. Rules change, so check the agency link before you ride.

Can I bring my dog?

We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.

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Common questions

How long is GULCH 1?: GULCH 1 is about 0.8 miles long, or about 1.6 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on GULCH 1?: About 786 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 5,655 and 6,487 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike GULCH 1?: Plan on about 1 hr at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.
Are dogs allowed on GULCH 1?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on GULCH 1?: GULCH 1 is open to hiking, biking, ATV / UTV, dirt bikes and E-bikes, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does GULCH 1 start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 41.91336, -115.63472. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: USDA Forest Service trail data. Elevation from USGS data via AWS Terrain Tiles. Times are estimates. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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