Virginia City Flume
Ruins of the original wooden flume that carried water to Virginia City are still visible high on the Virginia Range.

πŸ“œ Historic wooden flume ruins, once supplied water to Virginia City.
πŸ” A triumph of 19th-century engineering, still visible today.

Why Go

🌊 See weathered remains of an elaborate water system
🏞️ Explore the Virginia Range landscape
🚢 Hike or drive a challenging pipeline road

Why Avoid

⚠️ Requires grueling hike or high-clearance 4WD vehicle
🚧 Pipeline road is steep, rough, narrow with limited passing

Tips

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking limited, consider hiking from either end of pipeline road
πŸ—ΊοΈ Access from Washoe Valley (north) or Carson City (south)

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