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Summary: This trail was built by volunteer horse owners/riders/groups from Las Vegas about a decade ago. Same with the rest of most of the trails that begin from Blue Tree Campground (primitive and wilderness area). Although bicycles, hikers and dogs are allowed on these trails at the present time, it is rare to see anyone that isn't on horseback. Be very careful to stay on the path and not bush whack -- a local black powder club holds their monthly shoots at Blue Tree. If you leave the piece of cake trail and follow the wash, you will come to an impasse as the canyon narrows -- backtrack and follow the path up the steep slope (can be loose soil & very rough) -- leave plenty of room between horses here. Bicycles should resist the temptation to cut around the trail -- this is a TOUGH trail for bicycles. If you find yourself following the wash bed, you're off the trail. The only place this trail follows the wash is at the base of the lower trailhead. Lots of trees & game. Trailhead: I-15 N from Las Vegas to 95 N towards Reno, W on SR 156 (Lee Canyon), head W approx.12.2 mi. to SMALL wood sign "Blue Tree" on R side of road, along with dirt drive. This is Blue Tree CG & you can camp or park horse trailers here. Note that horse trailers should turn L at the first main gravel road inside the camp area; the roads in the back (N) are too steep and narrow for trailers. The SIGNED trailhead is located 1/3 mile W the Blue Tree turnoff (sign) on the L or S side of SR 156. Cars and bicyclists usually prefer to park in the large, open quarry parking on R or N side of SR 156 across from lower trailhead, 2 mi. BEFORE you reach Blue Tree. This Blue Tree area is a MAJOR trailhead, campground & staging area for horse back riders and groups so please be considerate of spooky horses and the larger parking areas needed by trucks & trailers. (Lat:36.35741 Lon:-115.63694) Trail Guides for Marks Piece of Cake (loop): Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: USFS - Humboldt-Toiyabe NF, Spring Mtns NRA (702) 515-5400, emerg (702) 872-5306 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kat Green, who has posted 86 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Nevada Hiking, Nevada Trails, Nevada Hikes, Clark County Hiking, Clark County Trails, Clark County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
