Star Peak is both the highest and most topographically prominent mountain in both the Humboldt Range and Pershing County in Nevada, United States. From below, Star Peak looks to be an unremarkable peak, but looks can be deceiving: it is truly a hidden gem should you take the time to explore the range and hike the summit. It is a classic Great Basin Nevada mountain, with all the sage slopes and impressive vistas you could hope for. Star Peak is one of just 57 peaks in the Lower-48 that exceed 5000 feet of prominence, an "ultra" peak by that standard.

The Jane Addams trail is a crushed limestone trail in Stephenson County, Illinois. The trail covers an old railroad bed, extending from downtown Freeport, IL to the Wisconsin state border. The trail connects to the Grand Illinois Trail (to the East) and the Badger State Trail (to the North), making it a great connector for longer adventures.

Distance: 17.2 miles

Elevation Gain: 3,100 feet

The Bucks Lake Wilderness is located in the northern section of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and encompasses a whopping 21,000 acres.

From the Plumas National Forest Website: