Overview

Billy Goat Peak (5,701 ft) is a tough hike to a minor peak in the middle of some of the wildest country in southern Nevada. Why bother to go so far to climb a minor peak? Spectacular views. Enough said.

The route runs south through a burn area to contour around a forested false summit (Pinyon-Juniper Woodland life zone) and drop into a deep saddle on the north side of Billy Goat Peak.

From the saddle, the route splits. Hikers can traverses onto the North Face and climb steep slopes to the summit. Alternatively, hikers can stay on the North Ridge, which is more difficult, until forced into the steep North Face.

Presented here are views from the summit. For a detailed description of the route, including directions, maps, GPS coordinates, and photos, see Billy Goat Peak.