Sanction #:
126004
Event #:
Y3457
Humboldt County, the county seat is Winnemucca, NV and was founded in 1861.
Winnemucca was named for Winnemucca (c. 1820 – 1882) a Northern Paiute war chief. He was born a Shoshone around 1820 in what would later become the Oregon Territory.
County named for the Humboldt River, named in turn for Alexander von Humboldt (1769–1859), a German naturalist and explorer.
Population: 17,272
Size: 9,658 sq mi (25,014 km2)
County Adminstration: 50 W 5th St; Winnemucca, NV.
City Hall: 90 W 4th St; Winnemucca, NV.
Many people are surprised to find us in this high desert landscape and our city is often referred to as an "oasis in the desert" by those passing through.
Humboldt County is located in the rugged high desert region of north-central Nevada, bordered on the north by Oregon and by neighboring Nevada counties to the west, south and east. The County is located in the rich gold mining center of the Western U.S and is the leading agricultural county in the State of Nevada with over 100,000 acres under cultivation. Tourism is also a large part of the County's economic base due to the large numbers of visitors the gaming industry brings to the area and the draw of the beautiful wide open spaces, historical sites, and great hunting and fishing.
This event is one of 16 for the Nevada County Seat Challenge. This event is a slightly hilly 5K/10K event. Event elevation is 4,295 ft AMSL. Please use sunscreen and bring water. The Walk starts at the County building; 50 W 5th St; Winnemucca, NV. Parking in the lot across the street. GPS: 40.96978511286103, -118.22242814595556. Restrooms not available, please stop on the way.
These are small towns in Nevada, and the sidewalks may be few and far between. Please walk where you feel safe to do so, and be aware the town folks probably do not expect to see someone walking on the side of the road.
Information about Winnemucca, Nevada
Information about Humboldt County
Informational Websites:
Wikipedia-Winnemucca, Nevada
Wikipedia-Humboldt County, Nevada
Please take a 3-minute stroll through our walking memories.
The Saguaro Sun Striders promote the health, physical fitness and well-being of the people of the United States by organizing, promoting, and conducting scheduled programs of non-competitive, family-oriented participatory lifetime sports that encourage lifelong fun, fitness and friendship for all ages and abilities.
"Volksmarching" (non-competitive walking) is the most common type of event and usually consists of a marked or guided 10 kilometer (6.2 mile) route. Each participant is encouraged to walk at a pace that is comfortable and enjoyable. Volksmarch is a German term, literally meaning “a people's walk”. Our walks have been chosen for their natural beauty, scenic interest, historical value and safety. The trails are well marked or maps are provided.