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A seven-day guided loop from Las Vegas to Ely mixing beginner to intermediate mountain biking, short hikes, Lehman Cave, and a steam-railride on the Nevada Northern Railway. Expect varied singletrack, desert slot canyons and high-mountain loops around Great Basin.
A seven-day guided loop from Las Vegas to Ely mixing beginner to intermediate mountain biking, short hikes, Lehman Cave, and a steam-railride on the Nevada Northern Railway. Expect varied singletrack, desert slot canyons and high-mountain loops around Great Basin.
The morning air out of Las Vegas is thin and dry, and by the time the van rolls into Kershaw Canyon the desert has already begun to warm. Riders step off the bus into a palette of ochre canyons, sagebrush flats and pine-fringed ridgelines. Pedals click. Conversation softens. The rhythm of the group, guided and measured, sets the pace for seven days that stitch together steam-era rail towns, slot canyons and mountain-bike flow trails.
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Operated by Bindlestiff Tours · Ely, Nevada
The morning air out of Las Vegas is thin and dry, and by the time the van rolls into Kershaw Canyon the desert has already begun to warm. Riders step off the bus into a palette of ochre canyons, sagebrush flats and pine-fringed ridgelines. Pedals click. Conversation softens. The rhythm of the group, guided and measured, sets the pace for seven days that stitch together steam-era rail towns, slot canyons and mountain-bike flow trails.
This route follows Nevada’s mining and rail history — from the charcoal ovens that fed smelting operations to the living museum of the Nevada Northern Railway in Ely. Geology shifts from wind-sculpted bentonite and volcanic soils around Cathedral Gorge to the limestone cliffs and mahogany forests framing Cave Lake and Ward Mountain. Local culture is small-town and service-minded: bakeries, diner lunches, and guides who grew up on these trails.
Expect daily riding from easy 7-mile loops to sustained 15–20 mile mountain stages, with elevation changes up to 1,600 ft on Ward Mountain and 600–1,000 ft at Cave Lake. Lehman Cave tours add a sheltered, cool contrast to sun-exposed trail miles. Guides provide bikes (full-suspension available), tools and shuttle options for downhill laps.
Practical edge: bring a refillable water bladder (bottled water is not provided), layered clothing for big temperature swings, a well-broken-in helmet and shoes, and basic trail-side repair skills or trust the guides' toolkits. Ride conservatively on rocky singletrack, and plan for mid-day heat in summer. With simple preparation, this trip delivers classic Nevada backcountry riding, cultural stops and an authentic rail-town finish.
No — full-suspension mountain bike rentals and fitting are included for the tour, though you may bring your own if preferred.
Yes — e-bikes are available by request; contact the operator in advance to arrange and confirm availability.
Participants must be 18+. Good general fitness and the ability to ride moderate technical singletrack are required; the trip is labeled for beginners to intermediate riders.
Bottled water is not provided; bring a refillable container and use refill stations and comfort stops provided throughout the itinerary.
Bindlestiff Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The morning air out of Las Vegas is thin and dry, and by the time the van rolls into Kershaw Canyon the desert has already begun to warm. Riders step off the bus into a palette of ochre canyons, sagebrush flats and pine-fringed ridgelines. Pedals click. Conversation softens. The rhythm of the group, guided and measured, sets the pace for seven days that stitch together steam-era rail towns, slot canyons and mountain-bike flow trails.
The morning air out of Las Vegas is thin and dry, and by the time the van rolls into Kershaw Canyon the desert has already begun to warm. Riders step off the bus into a palette of ochre canyons, sagebrush flats and pine-fringed ridgelines. Pedals click. Conversation softens. The rhythm of the group, guided and measured, sets the pace for seven days that stitch together steam-era rail towns, slot canyons and mountain-bike flow trails.
This route follows Nevada’s mining and rail history — from the charcoal ovens that fed smelting operations to the living museum of the Nevada Northern Railway in Ely. Geology shifts from wind-sculpted bentonite and volcanic soils around Cathedral Gorge to the limestone cliffs and mahogany forests framing Cave Lake and Ward Mountain. Local culture is small-town and service-minded: bakeries, diner lunches, and guides who grew up on these trails.
Expect daily riding from easy 7-mile loops to sustained 15–20 mile mountain stages, with elevation changes up to 1,600 ft on Ward Mountain and 600–1,000 ft at Cave Lake. Lehman Cave tours add a sheltered, cool contrast to sun-exposed trail miles. Guides provide bikes (full-suspension available), tools and shuttle options for downhill laps.
Practical edge: bring a refillable water bladder (bottled water is not provided), layered clothing for big temperature swings, a well-broken-in helmet and shoes, and basic trail-side repair skills or trust the guides' toolkits. Ride conservatively on rocky singletrack, and plan for mid-day heat in summer. With simple preparation, this trip delivers classic Nevada backcountry riding, cultural stops and an authentic rail-town finish.