Dry Pond Loop
6.4 mi
Distance
3 hrs 32 min
Time
terrain
1,086 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a moderate loop trail to Dry Pond in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
Sights to See
Rate this Hike
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Great day hike! Easy graded terrain, plenty of switchbacks, lots of flowing water. Well maintained, with the exception of a large tree fallen across the trail in the first half mile. It did it in a little over two hours going at a steady pace of a little under 3mph. Highly recommend for a day hike in the Reno area!
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This is a popular loop for hikers, bikers, and occasionally horses. The 1000 feet of elevation gain is rather gradual up to Dry Pond with several switch backs. The views are nice. Dry Pond is a meadow that is basically, dry. So don’t go for the pond. Go for Thomas and Whites Creeks. They provide beautiful scenery along the lower trails. To make it a loop you do have to hike along Timberline road to connect the two trail heads. Some may choose to do point to point with two cars to avoid the walk along the road.
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Public Tracks
Thomas Creek/Whites Creek Run
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/23140608850
Sunday Morning Hiking
upper Thomas/dry pond/whites Creek Trailhead (portion)
Thomas Creek/Whites Creek Ride
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/22332501434
Thomas Creek/Whites Creek Trail Run
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/19421356721
