I love Galena Creek Regional Park! The big, beautiful coniferous trees always provide shade because…read moreof their size. There are numerous trails that are scenic and enjoyable. I especially love to go there when it's hot in Reno, during the summer. It's always cooler in Galena Creek Regional Park because it's nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the huge conifers that provide a lot of shade. There are numerous trails that you can hike on. My favorite one is The Natural Trail. It is located off of the parking lot, across from the park ranger's office. You will hear the sound of water flowing down from the mountains, in Galena Creek and there is a wooden bridge that leads to The Nature Trail and Bitter-Brush Trail. There is also a fishing pond. Church's Pond is located up the paved drive, past the Park Ranger's office. I hope that my review will inspire others to enjoy a nice picnic or hiking experience. Maybe you can catch a few fish https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/nevada/galena-creek-regional-park

Quality/Quantity - One of our favorite places to do a quick easy hike. It also has on and off…read moreshade. As Reno is a desert, there are NOT enough hiking places with shade. We have to drive towards Mt Rose, Incline, or/and Tahoe. Paved short 1 mile walk/hike. More short unpaved 1 mile, 2 miles roundtrip, hikes. But it was VERY dusty today. Breaking in my new REI Salomon hiking shoes. "Ruined" or broken in on the very first day, lol. Lots of wildlife in the summer. Again, stay safe - Coyotes, bobcats, mule deer, black beers (we get this at the house also, LOL), mountain lions, rodents (too many to name), bats, birds, reptiles, etc. But during the winter, it feels very safe and relaxing. Atmosphere - Plenty of parking. I enjoy visiting these places most during off peak seasons. There are also campsites, BBQ, picnic areas, volleyball courts, horse shoe, clean bathrooms, plenty of parking (cars, RVs, buses, etc). There is even a stage in Eagle Meadows for events. Open 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm (hours are also seasonal, see their website). Clean bathrooms throughout the different parking lots and camp sites. And also "outhouse" smelly bathrooms in other parking lots, you choose... Horse and bike trails. Service - Self service. The visitor center was open, but I did not visit it. Price - Free. Owner Comment - Thank you Washoe County for another great park and trail!

Really nice trail that's easy to follow. About 2 1/4 miles long to round the lake. Not much…read moreincline/decline making it easier on the legs. We went close to sunset around 6:15 and finished after sunset by 7:30. Spotted a young bear on the Eastern mountainsides which was a first for our third trip to Tahoe.

We went here and walked around the lake with our lovable lab. It was a beautiful area. The trail…read morewas flat but I suggest hiking boots this time of year as there was some icy snow in spots. The bathrooms were available at the trailhead and were well maintained.

This is a newer park that has a fishing pond, dock, clean restrooms, parking lot and happens to be…read morealong the Martin Slough Trail. It's a great place for families and the views of the snow capped mountains are incredible from here. It seems to be a popular place on a Sunday afternoon. We saw several people enjoying fishing and/or walking along the trail around the pond. The trail around the pond is dirt but flat enough to push a stroller along. There are park benches and a covered pavilion as well. There's not a lot of shade unless you are under the pavilion and if you venture along the paved Martin Slough Trail make sure to wear a hat and sunscreen because it's pretty exposed to the sun as well.

Since South Lake Tahoe was windy, icy, and snowy, we found Eagle Ridge Trail in conservative, but…read morequaint Genoa nearly 50 minutes away where we could hike. Because it's the off-season, we easily found parking at the trailhead. Advertised as a 4.6-mile out-and-back moderately challenging trail, our party decided to hike 2 miles up and back as the wind was becoming gustier by the minute. While on the trail, we encountered motorized mountain bikers, a gopher snake, and beautiful views. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas, but beware that this is a black bear, mountain lion, and snake habitat. Prior to beginning the trail, I recommend a stop at the Mormon Station State Historic Park to use their restrooms. If you're there when the museum is open, it's $1 per adult.

I like how close this hike is to Reno. The trailhead is well marked and there's a nice big parking…read morearea at the Summit. On a mid September day, I started at 3 AM so I could be at the Summit during dawn and well before sunrise. I had the summit and all the views of Reno, Tahoe and Truckee to myself. On the way down, I saw a few people and I took the alternate route down and it was nice and quiet.

I love this Mt Rose hiking trail…read more It's about 11 mile loop trail located northeast of Incline Village in Nevada. The trail is considered moderately challenging with a steady climb. It took me about 6 hours to complete. Mount Rose Summit is the highest mountain pass in the Sierra Nevada, which remains open year-round. Gorgeous hiking trail! Enjoy!

This is such an awesome place to enjoy Carson City's outdoor space. They have done an amazing job…read moreworking on this area and building our well maintained paths for hiking, biking, and walking. There are several points to access the Prison Hill recreation area throughout Carson City. You'll never have to worry about parking or finding an open area to enjoy. There are many things to do and trails open for just about any activity you are interested in. My favorite is the trailhead at Koontz Rd with access to the Prison Hill Trail West. Huge props to Carson City Parks and Rec for maintaining our open space and making things as gorgeous as possible for our community to use. Such an amazing thing to live in a place like this!

Sunny weekday and 62 degrees, perfect for a short afternoon hike to burn off lunch. Close to town…read moremakes this recreation spot convenient. City did a great job on the trails and improvements for water management to keep the trail erosion to a minimum. Trails are perfect for easy horseback riding, beginner to intermediate mountain biking and easy hiking. Parking lot to top of hill is about 20 minute hike. Great view of the Carson City valley but not much else. Be aware...terrain varies from hard rock, packed dirt and soft soil in places.

Great view! A little rugged trail and climb the rock to a super windy view! Pretty and a great way…read moreto stretch your legs for 5 minutes

I am so glad that I decided to spend the night in Virginia City…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/virginia-city-rest-stop-virginia-city?hrid=YTG0nKub99Uv2prnfuTPgA instead of trying to drive down Geiger Grade Road into Reno. In the daytime, this road is magnificent and the switchback turns are enjoyable even in a big Sprinter van. At night time, this would have been terrifying. From this lookout spot where there are a handful of parking spaces, you can look across the Reno valley and see the interstate across the way and the southern end of the city of Reno. This area is new to me so I don't know what's what or even how much of the city we can see. But the view was amazing. If you're able-bodied, there is a bit of a walkway down through clearings to some rock piles that seem to have been fashioned into lookouts. I would recommend caution as this is the Nevada desert and you might be disturbing some of the creepy crawlies that think your big toe is dinner. That would be unpleasant. But the views? Five stars on a clear day like it was today. [Review 17708 overall - 53 in Nevada - 1229 of 2022.]

This is a beautiful area for hiking, fishing and camping. This is Davis Creek Regional Park, which…read moreis located between Carson City and Reno. There are places to fish and beautiful trails that are scenic and wind between the foothills of The Sierra Nevada Mountains. There was a fire a few years ago and it has been cleared up nicely. There are beautifully sculpted and painted benches that someone has created and donated here for future generations to see. What a kind gesture from a gifted artist! I will include a picture of one of these gorgeous pieces of artwork, a bench with sculpted birds and a nest with colorful eggs! You can walk for miles on these trails and enjoy the wildlife and scenery. Enjoy yourself! Relax, and have a great day!

If you love the outdoors with beautiful scenery of lakes, hiking trails, trees and appreciate the…read moreartistic talent of woodcarvings in tree trunks of fallen or cut trees, you will love Davis Creek Regional park. Nestled close to the freeway between Reno and Carson city, when you drive in, it is like you are in a far away land with tree sculptures and nicely maintained pathways, picnic areas, fishing areas and serenity. The park was not crowded at all. Enjoy it whenever you can for a quick getaway!