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River Mountain
4.9 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Running trail in Boulder City, Nevada · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of River Mountain yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about River Mountain
“Beautiful during the cooler months and worth exploring the area!”
This was fairly easy terrain and a well marked trail. There are plenty of switchbacks so the hike up wasn't too intense. The view was worth it!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful during the cooler months and worth exploring the area!”
“This was fairly easy terrain and a well marked trail.”
Plan your run at River Mountain
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
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