The 8th annual Carson City fall colors hike is back for another beautiful year! Take a relaxing stroll through the cottonwood groves of the Carson River and learn why the leaves change colors, what our animal friends are doing in preparation for winter, as well as everything you wanted to know about the Carson River.
The trail is considered “easy” according to the IMBA and will be roughly three miles long. We will venture to the Mexican Dam and back via the Historic Mexican Ditch Trail!
Date: Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Carson River Park off Carson River Rd.
Need to Know:
– Online Registration is required by going here.
– Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
– Dogs are welcome but must remain on a six foot leash
Hank Monks After Dark Cemetery Tour
Take a ride with a Park Ranger and Hank Monk on his famous stage coach through Lone Mountain Cemetery for a night of spooky historical fun! We will make our way around the cemetery stopping at famous historical figure burial sites and learning about their lives.
This tour will take place upon the Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch’s Mule Wagon on a 1/2 mile journey. Dress for the weather and remember close-toed shoes. Choose one of three 30 minute tours happening on Friday, Oct. 24. Only 10 spots are available per tour due to wagon capacity. The wagon unloads about 1/4 mile from the starting location, so plan on taking a short, spooky, walk back.
A $10 donation is not required but strongly encouraged. The donations will be split between Friends of Silver Saddle Ranch and Lone Mountain Cemetery. You can pay the donation upon checkout or in cash at the activity.
Date: Friday, Oct. 24, 2025
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm (split into three different tours)
Location: Lone Mountain Cemetery, 1044 Beverly Dr. Carson City
Need to Know:
– Online Registration is required starting on Oct. 1, 2025 by going here.
– Each tour is 30 minutes long
– Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
– Open to ages 13+
– $10 Donation is strongly encouraged!
– Dogs are not welcome on this activity as all pets are prohibited inside Lone Mountain Cemetery. You will not be able to participate if you bring along a pet.
Park Ranger Contact Information: email parkrangers@carson.org or call (775) 283-7035.
