Throughout Nevada, there are many “secret” off-road adventures to explore!  Travel Time NV’s website shares some of these 4-wheeling, adventurous routes for you to experience.

If you’re considering venturing out to the north-eastern portion of the state, Jarbidge is a unique, remote town nestled in the Jarbidge Wilderness area within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.

Here’s the directions departing from Elko:

Take Hwy 225 North for 50 miles to the Wildlife Viewing dirt road exit (watch for it on the right side of the road – it’s difficult to spot – look for the Wildlife Viewing sign).  Hwy 225 is a 2-lane paved highway that has a lot of truck traffic – use caution.

Turn east on ECO 746 Road, for 21 miles to the Charleston Jarbidge Road.  This is a single lane dirt road with a few wide spots.  You’ll see mountainous terrain, occasional old buildings, double mountain (which serves as a good landmark) and, in places, Cicadas (also known as Mormon crickets).  You may also spot deer, elk, bighorn sheep, coyotes, bobcats, marmots, hawks and other bird species.

For the amateur botanist/horticulturist, be on the lookout for quaking Aspen, Poplar trees, Ponderosa pines, Sugar pines, Evergreen trees, cheat grass and Sage Brush, Nevada’s state “flower.”

Go east on Charleston Jarbidge Road for 28 miles to Jarbidge.  The entire trip from Elko to Jarbidge using this route is approximately 100 miles.  As you wander down main street, there are two local bars that serve food and beverages (they each are open different times of the year) and a specialty boutique store that sells all types of souvenirs, informative books, jewelry and a fantastic selection of sweatshirts, t-shirts and other items. You can visit the post office, jail, trading post and park.

Before you enter into Jarbidge, you’ll see Bear Creek Summit at 8500 feet where there’s camping, hiking, fishing, hunting and other outdoor adventures.

A 4-wheel or high-clearance vehicle is a must!  Do not take this route during treacherous weather.  Obey the single-track rules – downhill vehicles must back up the hill if there is oncoming traffic.

Don’t plan on making “good time” for this 100-mile journey!  Along the way, you may encounter other vehicles on the road, poor weather conditions and animals… especially, large herds of sheep!  Be patient and don’t honk your horn!  A sheepherder will eventually come to the rescue.  Please be kind to them – they greatly appreciate water and a snack or two.