Bonanza Peak
Hike: Bonanza Peak - trail
Trailhead: Cold Creek Trailhead - marked.
Distance: 10 miles – up and back
Elevation gain: 2,300 feet
Elevation of Peak: 10,400 feet
Time: 5 to 6 hours – up and back
Difficulty: 3
Class: 1
How easy to follow: 2
Children: No
Waypoints (WGS84): See Page
Fee: None
Best season: Summer
Location: Mt. Charleston
Bonanza Peak is one of the northernmost named peaks in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (SMNRA). Though Bonanza Peak is part of the SMNRA, many locals do not consider it part of the Mt. Charleston area. The drive is only a few minutes longer than that to Lee Canyon Ski area, and the opportunity for solitude and catching a glimpse of wild horses roaming free makes the few extra miles worth the effort.
Bonanza Peak is one of the northernmost named peaks in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (SMNRA). Though Bonanza Peak is part of the SMNRA, many locals do not consider it part of the Mt. Charleston area. The drive is only a few minutes longer than that to Lee Canyon Ski area, and the opportunity for solitude and catching a glimpse of wild horses roaming free makes the few extra miles worth the effort.