February guided hikes planned at Washoe Lake State Park

Enjoy the outdoors while experiencing the incredible views at Washoe Lake State Park this February. A variety of ranger-led hikes are scheduled to offer a unique view of one of Nevada’s remarkable parks. Don’t forget to pick up a Passport booklet.

The Passport booklet serves as a travel aid for park visitors. It includes photos, a description of each park, and spaces for validation stamps, designed to reflect each unique state park. Once passport holders have their booklets stamped at 15 different parks, they will earn one free annual pass to Nevada State Parks. Go here to get yours.

Full Moon Hike to Deadman’s Creek
This is a one-mile round-trip hike to the gazebo at the top of Deadman’s Creek during the full moon. Please dress warmly and bring a hat, coat, gloves, flashlight, and good walking shoes for this moderately easy hike. There will be a discussion on the moon, and weather-permitting, some planets and constellations will be visible.

This hike is limited to 30-participants and reservations are required. Please call (775) 687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net to make reservations. Leave your name, phone number, and number of people in your party. We will call back to confirm reservations. Dogs are not allowed on this hike.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 3, at 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the Overflow parking lot - after entering the park, turn left, and it is the first parking lot on the right
CONTACT: (775) 687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net for more information

North Ramp Dunes Hike
This is a moderately easy 1.5-mile round-trip hike through the sand dunes on the north east side of Washoe Lake. Please dress warmly and bring a hat, coat, gloves, and good walking shoes, as the trail may be sandy, muddy, or snow-covered. We will talk about the history of the park and the Washoe Valley.
WHEN: Sunday, February 15, at 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at the North Boat Ramp, located off of Lakeshore Drive. This is the north entrance of Washoe Lake State Park.
CONTACT: (775) 687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net for more information

Dune Trek and Beach Stroll
This hike is approximately two miles long and is moderately easy. Please dress warmly, bring a hat, coat, water, gloves, and a camera. Participants should wear good walking/hiking shoes, as the trail will be sandy or snow-covered in some areas. We will be looking at a variety of plants and wildlife. The Dune Trek Trail offers some great views of Washoe Valley and Slide Mountain.
WHEN: Saturday, February 28, at 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Meet at the equestrian parking area – after entering the park, turn right, pass the campground, and it is the gravel parking lot next to the pavilion
CONTACT: (775) 867-4319 or washoelake@hdiss.net for more information

These events are free of cost; however, there is an entrance fee of $7.00 per vehicle. Nevada residents receive a $2.00 discount. Events and hikes are subject to change due to weather and staffing. All events are open to the public. Please be sure to bring plenty of water and wear appropriate footwear on hikes.

Washoe Lake State Park is 18 miles south of Reno and five miles north of Carson City. Travel on U.S. 395, take the Eastlake Boulevard Exit and park entrances are on the west side of Eastlake Boulevard. Contact staff at Washoe Lake State Park at (775) 867-4319 or washoelake@hdiss.net for more information about this event. “Like” us on Facebook to keep current on all park events.