The sagebrush steppe is certainly not rare in our area, and there are countless places to go in and around Reno if you want to experience the dubious pleasure of exploring this type of terrain. That said, this is a really nice, well-maintained trail for those who need a very easy half-mile walk. The parking lot is large and easy to access, and the facilities at the entrance are surprisingly nice for such a short interpretive trail. The signage is the real winner of this spot, though, with a lot of interesting local history. I imagine that this parking area is mainly used by those who need access to the much larger series of trails that begin towards the back of the paved trail. Access to public lands is always essential, so even if Pah Rah itself is not terribly interesting, it is incredibly valuable. read more