Old Spanish Trail

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More than 150 years ago, the Old Spanish Trail was the main commerce route between Sante Fe, New Mexico, and Los Angeles. It passed through the Las Vegas Valley to take advantage of the natural springs, but today, there is very little left of the original route. In August 2001, three segments of the...Read More
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Highlights of Old Spanish Trail

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Overland Category IconOverland
Highest Elevation
2857 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Old Spanish Trail
Nearest Town
Las Vegas
Nearest Services
Las Vegas
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Las Vegas Office

Overview

More than 150 years ago, the Old Spanish Trail was the main commerce route between Sante Fe, New Mexico, and Los Angeles. It passed through the Las Vegas Valley to take advantage of the natural springs, but today, there is very little left of the original route. In August 2001, three segments of the trail that ran through southern Nevada were placed on the National Register of Historic Places, marking the trail's historical significance. The northern section covered here, which is not recognized yet, is an excellent way to have an overlanding experience on a truly historic route. The trail travels from north Las Vegas all the way to the Valley of Fire Highway, accessing some remote and primitive camping along the way.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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17 Waypoints
53 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
6 Community Reviews
1 Video
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