In this episode of the Free Outside podcast, I’m sharing my experience on the Ruby Crest Trail with Airborne, a stunning 74-mile journey through Nevada’s rugged Ruby Mountains. The trail offers incredible views, from jagged peaks to expansive valleys. But it wasn’t all easy—unexpected snowfall added a serious challenge to the hike, making it both more difficult and more memorable.
takeaways
- The Ruby Crest Trail is a beautiful and challenging 74-mile trail in the Wind River Range.
- Hiking the trail involves stunning scenery, including lakes and mountain ranges.
- Unexpected snowfall can occur even in August, so hikers should be prepared for changing weather conditions.
- Jeff also mentions his fantasy football draft and his upcoming race, the Wasatch 100.
Sound Bites
- "Let's just dive into the Ruby Crest Trail because it was pretty awesome."
- "I did not pack enough, but I was going to be okay."
- "We woke up and then in the middle of the night, I'm woken up, waking up? I'm woken, I'm woke waking up."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
02:23 Hiking the Ruby Crest Trail
14:59 Challenges and Unexpected Snowfall
19:04 Repeating Miles and Recommendations
25:29 Conclusion and Fantasy Football Draft
Ruby Crest Trail, hiking, Wind River Range, scenery, challenges, snowfall, fantasy football draft, Wasatch 100