Mt. Wilson Back Country Byway
Visitor Services
| Service | Description | Service | Description |
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Restrooms Restrooms can be found at the Pony Springs Rest Area on US 93. |
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Special Considerations
Mount Wilson is a Type II byway with unpaved and gravel roads. For this trip a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for the gravel roads on the northern section of the byway.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Mount Wilson is open May through October; it can become impassable after heavy rain.
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Mt. Wilson Back Country Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
- Nevada

