Truly a hidden gem! The views are absolutely breathtaking and you are surrounded by rich Nevada…read moreHistory. There are placards lining a half mile loop that you can easily walk through and see what remains from a grand hotel with a dark past and a kinda dark history to follow. There is beautiful green grass with several picnic tables and grills available. You won't believe that you are right off the highway because when you're here you are completely surrounded by beautiful nature! And they have these beautiful fishing ponds! They were bursting with frogs, baby fish and tadpoles. We all really enjoyed our visit and will be returning!

CRYSTAL PEAK PARK is an adventure once you find it !!…read more If you're looking for a remote atmosphere with mountain views, ponds & the Truckee River, this is it. Take I-80 West past Boomtown to Exit 3 for Verdi.Turn left onto South Verdi Road at the bottom of the ramp (look for the sign pointing to Crystal Peak Park). Follow the road as it twists under I-80, crosses the railroad tracks and goes under I-80 once more. The road becomes Crystal Park Road. Look for the park's upper parking lot on your left. I suggest taking a sharp left turn just before the upper lot to reach the lower parking lot near the picnic area, restrooms, and trailhead. This was a great experience. Bring snacks and your childhood love for dirt FYI- We had perfect reception with Verizon & AT&T the whole route

I've been exploring this park lately and I can't say enough about how much I like it. It's a great…read moreopen space to come explore, walk the dogs and do various types of recreation. You'll be happy to know there is also a bathroom on site. There are various hiking trails you can explore, but most of it is not shaded. The Perimeter Loop Trail was fun with scenic views of downtown and the currently snow-capped mountain range to the West. I also did the Hidden Valley Backcountry Loop. It has a 1,033 Elevation gain and approximately 3.7 miles to complete the loop. It's a bit slippery going up, but I took my time and had no issues. As you can imagine, the views and the landscape only got more beautiful.

Wear your hiking shoes, dress appropriately and bring water!…read more This was a hard graded trail and yes it was. It got really step the higher we hiked up. It was also very windy in December. So happy we didn't get any rain and was able to go for a hike! We hiked for a good hour. Loved the nature and view of the city from the top. There was a lot of gravel towards the top and a few of us did slip going down hill, even with hiking shoes. Even a trail runner said he fell and slipped a few times. There's a few trails so do some research to see which trail meets your needs. Lots of parking and the bathroom is next to the tennis and pickle ball courts. Lucky I had my pickle ball set in the trunk and even got in a few games. Location was only about 15 minutes from downtown Reno, very close! I'd come back next time to hike another trail!

Here's an oddity. The cool new to us park we stumbled upon is a five minute walk from our house AND…read moreit's a five minute drive? Nothing complicated. They just don't want people driving through the subdivision to get here. So if we want to drive, it's out to the main road and three left turns. Stands to reason we always walk. The park has public restrooms. Not always the cleanest, but acceptable. It's a decent dog park providing room to run. They also have covered picnic tables and a playground with a basketball court. The park gives you interesting views of the city especially at night. There's a neat path made from lava rocks and is an excellent place to hike. 12/24

This is a very nice park among very nice houses at the top where we can have a nice views of the…read morecity. The park is very clean and has a good path to walk.

What a treasure this spot is! What used to be the Rosewood Lake Golf Course in the eastern edge of…read morethe Truckee Meadows, is now a thriving wetlands habitat for Great Basin flora and fauna. So first, some history (from Truckee Meadows Park Foundation) - When the new east connector highway (AKA Veterans Parkway) was being planned, the Golf Course (owned by the City of Reno) was decommissioned. The property fell into disrepair and resulted in deteriorated native wildlife habitat and impacted site access for public use. In 2018 the City of Reno agreed to allow Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation (TMPF) to work on the site. In September 2019 AmeriCorps Wetland Restoration Technicians joined the team and began the restoration process. The restoration process is a long-term ongoing project to improve the wetland ecosystem and restore local wildlife to the area. Now in 2023 you can see the results of the project with numerous birds, plants and reopened wetlands and water flowing into the Truckee River. The Park is quite accessible with an easy loop trail that provides access and prime photo opportunities throughout. The former clubhouse has been turned into the visitor center and offices for the foundation with clean bathrooms, wildlife exhibits, books and activities for children. Staff are on site to answer questions. There is not a lot of shade in the park so summer mid day visits may not be for everyone. The trails are open 8:00am to 4:00pm on Mondays, and 8:00am to 7:00pm Tuesday through Saturday. The visitor center is open between 9:00am and 6:00pm Tuesday through Saturday.

I love to visit nature areas whether I am at home or traveling. Last time I was in Reno I went to…read morethe Oxbow natures area and loved it. This time my husband and I went to a new one, Rosewood. The location is beautiful in a different way because it is all about rugged open space and the mountains surrounding you. It is in a suburban area rather than a remote one. It is also free to visit. All of these things make it a cool stop. Unfortunately, the only part of the visitor center that is currently open are the bathrooms. There are no wildlife experts or taxdermied animals you can view or living animals to observe. which was a bummer for me. Outside on the trails I only saw a view birds, most not have been a good time of day. The trails could be marked better also. This area is ok, but would go to a different next time.

Nice park area along the Truckee River... Spots to fish and benches to sit at and enjoy the view..read more

We came here since it was a popular trail and it wasn't too far away from our casino hotel. You…read morewill be sharing your parking space with many baseball players who play right next door to the trail entrance. The trail is easy and there is a monument near the beginning of the trail. No water or major hiking shoes are required. Bring some peanuts if you want to feed some of the squirrels or birds.

This is the first trail that I went to when I first moved to Reno many years ago. It was Fall and I…read moretook the most amazing pictures on the Nature Trail, like something out of a fairy tale. Coming in the Winter is quite a different story as everything is leafless and dry, so I decided to venture out into the canyon. There are so many possibilities for exploration, but limited on time, I decided on a quick loop up the Rancho Connector. It was a steady incline, but worth the views of downtown and nearby snow-capped mountains. Awesome time! If you are looking for a hike that is easily accessible and has a diverse trail system, come check it out. Also worth the mention is The National Monument to the Basque Sheepherder just past the trailhead.

Very well marked disc golf course. Be sure to monitor the winds here as the gusts can easily pick…read moreup to 30 mph and make throwing very difficult. The course is easy to follow and all come with a nice tee off slab and well written description of the holes. Can be difficult to find your discs because of all the sage. So keep an eye on where your disc lands. Just missed a birdie on Hole #3. Putter bounced off the bottom part and had to settle for a par. All in all, a very peaceful course to play.

This park has been closed for quite some time but has finally opened to the public with all new…read moreequipment which the community very much needed. The previous equipment was rusted, worn down and covered in grafiti. With the new park updates there is a small kids play area, a larger play structure and something new that I have not seen at many parks, a zip line! There is also more options for children with disabilities to play with added wheelchair accessibility and a swing for children who cannot use the rope. I love the inclusiveness, the sensory station for making sounds, and the shaded areas. Seeing a fully functional park to take place of the worn down one also has made the neighborhood more appealing. We are so excited to play here more, in the warmer seasons to come!

It's not the most adventurous trail in the area, but the trek is a decent challenge, the trail is…read moreeasily accessible, and the payoff is incredibly scenic! The first part of the trail is paved, and borders a neighborhood, but you quickly get on the dirt as the trail winds up into the Mt. Rose Wilderness. It's tree covered along some short switchbacks until the forest ends, revealing a large rocky meadow and the peak. From there the trail winds steeply upward, at times offering numerous options for traversing your way to the top. One thing remains constant throughout this portion, loose rock and gravel. You will slip, so be extra cautious and aware, as well as prepared to adapt along the way up. The peak seems farther than it is, and the incline can appear daunting in places, but it is not as hard as it looks. It's just challenging enough to be enjoyed by all, and it's off leash dog friendly! Top: go early in the AM to catch the sunrise or the evening for the sunset! Since it's exposed, midday would be HOT!

Some of my favorite hikes start right in our foothills and this is one that I really enjoy. It's…read moreonly a 2.6 mile hike, but with the hike up the mountain, it really does get your heart pumping. Once at the top, there is a nice view of the city of Reno and beyond. There is a variety of memorials and even a journal where you can write your sentiments, but my favorite thing is to just take in the beauty of the place that I call home. Today's hike was awesome. No pace to keep, no rush to get back, just enjoying being in the moment.