Textbook metamorphic core complex — Precambrian and Mesozoic rock domed upward as the Great Basin stretched, creating Nevada's most dramatic alpine terrain. Ruby Dome reaches 11,387 ft with glacial cirques.
Field facts
| Region | Elko County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 40.6214, -115.4758 |
| Type | Metamorphic core complex |
| High Point | Ruby Dome 11,387 ft |
| Features | Glacial cirques, lakes |
| Access | Hwy 228 / Lamoille Canyon |
| Fee | Free |
| Best season | Summer (snow-free) |
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Nearby amenities
- CampgroundTERRACES CAMPGROUND - PICNIC AREA7.7 km away
- CampgroundTHOMAS CANYON7.8 km away
- CampgroundPOWERHOUSE GROUP PICNIC AREA11.6 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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