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Mathews Canyon Dam

Mathews Canyon Dam in Nevada offers a landscape characterized by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 30s in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Great Basin National Park, which features hiking trails and unique geological formations.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

This site is an Army Corps of Engineers flood control dam for the railroad. The site contains two shade structures, picnic tables, grills, fire pits, garbage cans, and vault toilets.

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Location

Mathews Canyon Dam is located in Nevada

Directions

From Caliente: 1) Travel 6 miles north on US 93. 2) Turn right and travel 13 miles southeast down Beaver Dam Road. 3) Stay right at the fork and travel 4 miles south down Barclay Road. 4) Turn left and travel 2 miles south east on Bunker Pass Road. 5) Turn left and stay on Mathews Dam Road for .5 miles to site.