Best place to hike w/ your dogs in Northern Nevada. Leash up in the developed read but let them run once we get away from the crowds ( very few). South Lannding has great beach, nice path...
Washoe Lake State Park
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Nestled in the picturesque Washoe Valley, Washoe Lake State Park offers stunning vistas of the surrounding Sierra Nevada, Carson, and Virginia mountain ranges. The park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering activities such as hiking, camping, picnicking, water sports, and equestrian pursuits. Visitors can also spot a variety of bird species, including American white pelicans and Canada geese.
Anglers will find ample opportunities to reel in channel and bullhead catfish, wipers, white bass, and Sacramento Perch in the park's lakes. Situated conveniently between Reno and Carson City, Washoe Lake State Park is a local gem providing year-round enjoyment for residents and tourists alike.
The park boasts a range of amenities including camping facilities with RV hook-ups, group areas for day and overnight use, numerous picnic spots, boat launch ramps, equestrian facilities, and designated hunting and fishing zones. Trails wind through the park, offering non-motorized recreation options for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders, while the American Discovery Trail provides a unique exploration opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Sitting right on Washoe Lake, you'll get the most out of a visit to Washoe Lake State Park by camping at $15.00 per night. It's offered on a first-come basis, There are 29 campsites, equipped with...
In the almost 20 years we have lived in Northern Nevada, and driven by here enroute back and forth between Carson City and Reno, this is the first time I have stopped, gotten out and walked...
Five stars for this Northern Nevada State park. Beautiful area with a very full lake. Trees and shrubs indicative of being on the "other side" of the mountains. Wild horses abound. Very...
Love Washoe state park but has never been a "swimming" lake. Parasites cause rash and itching (swimmers itch). No warning signs at all. Used to have them posted everywhere! Check state park signs-...
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