Hiking Southern Nevada by Branch Whitney and Huntington Press
Mt. Charleston Area
Distance: 1.2 miles – one way
Elevation Gain: 900 feet
Elevation Peak: 8,400 feet
Time: 1 – 2 hours
Difficulty: 2
Danger Level: 1
The Trail climbs a series of steep switchbacks to the falls.
This is a perfect hike for beginner, a litmus test for those who want to find out if they’ll like hiking. If you don’t enjoy this trail, forget hiking. Mary Jane Falls is the most popular trail in Mt Charleston.
September 2004
This was a nice little hike as described above with a disappointing dénouement due to the pathetic little dribble of water.
Here’s the pics (Click on the picture to see full size):
These are low res pictures. I can send you higher quality pictures if you want them
