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Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Brown's Creek Trailhead

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Nevada

Washoe County

Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Brown's Creek Trailhead

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3.0

(9)

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Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Brown's Creek Trailhead

03:04

28.8km

900m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.67 km

Firewood Storage at Galena Creek Regional Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Galena Creek Regional Park is the starting point for a lot of popular hikes in the area. It's also a great spot to start and finish a ride on Mount …

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10.9 km

Dry Pond

Highlight • Lake

Located in a meadow on top of a ridge, Dry Pond is a good spot to have a water break. No matter which way you got here you had a good climb, so catch your breath before tackling the downhill.

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11.0 km

If your timing is right, you'll enjoy an array of colors provided by alpine wildflowers in this meadow. Sweeping views to the southwest also reveal the peaks of the Mount Rose Wilderness, which are often still snow-capped well into summer.

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13.4 km

Upper Thomas Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail follows along the creek in a steady incline. Nothing too technical but you'll feel it on the climb for sure. If you can ride here in autumn you'll …

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15.3 km

Upper Thomas Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail follows along the creek in a steady incline. Nothing too technical but you'll feel it on the climb and enjoy it on the way down. Just check your …

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20.4 km

Junction of Dry Pond Trail & Jones/Whites Creek Loop Trail

Highlight • Trail

This trail junction—a beautiful, shady spot perfect for a break and a snack—also provides a chance to connect to longer trails and loops for whatever size adventure fits your timeline.

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28.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.0 km

4.13 km

3.25 km

2.08 km

1.31 km

Surfaces

21.3 km

3.39 km

2.53 km

1.60 km

Elevation

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Saturday 27 June

18°C

6°C

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Dry Pond – Upper Thomas Creek Trail loop from Brown's Creek Trailhead

Firewood Storage at Galena Creek Regional Park

Dry Pond

Alpine Meadow and Dry Pond

Upper Thomas Creek Trail

Upper Thomas Creek Trail

Junction of Dry Pond Trail & Jones/Whites Creek Loop Trail

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