Barlow Canyon

3.5/5 (2 reviews)
Barlow Canyon offers the best old mines and prospects in the area. The trail passes the Scranton Mine, which produced silver, lead, and zinc. If you are willing to do a little hiking, there are a lot of interesting historical artifacts to see. Combine this with Miners Canyon, The View, and the Ba... Read More
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Highlights of Barlow Canyon

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Desert Category Icon Desert
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Mine Category Icon Mine
Highest Elevation
6906 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Barlow Canyon
Nearest Town
Eureka
Nearest Services
Eureka
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
West Desert Field Office

Overview

Barlow Canyon offers the best old mines and prospects in the area. The trail passes the Scranton Mine, which produced silver, lead, and zinc. If you are willing to do a little hiking, there are a lot of interesting historical artifacts to see. Combine this with Miners Canyon, The View, and the Barlow Canyon Mines spur for a good day of mining ruins and views.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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9 Waypoints
29 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
2 Community Reviews
1 Video
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