Every month, the Carson City Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun and exciting adventures.

All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas. Online Registration is often required so Park Rangers have a proper head count.

All programs are subject to cancellation due to Park Ranger availability; registered participants will be notified. You can find more information about each program here.

Read with a Ranger

Join the Park Rangers at the Carson City Library for Read with a Ranger, happening every second Friday from 10:30am-11:30am. The event is for kids of all ages!

Location: Carson City Library

Date: Friday, Sept. 11, 2026

Time: 10:30am-11:30am

Need to Know:

Online registration is not required

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Contact Information: Park Ranger Office, parkrangers@carsoncity.gov
(775) 283-7035

Harvest Moon Hike

Join the Carson City Park Rangers for a moonlit hike underneath the Harvest Moon. We will be adventuring up the north end of Prison Hill from the 5^th Steet Trailhead.

This trail is considered “easy” to “more difficult” under the IMBA Trail Rating System. Expect moderate terrain and sandy areas for about 2 miles. Be sure to bring closed toed shoes and plenty of water.

This program is weather dependent.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026

Time: 7:00PM – 8:30PM

Location: Prison Hill — 5^th St. Trailhead

Need to Know:

Minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Dogs are allowed on a 6-foot leash

If you or a family member need it, Park Rangers have one Grit Freedom all-terrain wheelchair available. If you’d like to request use of this wheelchair during our program, email parkrangers@carsoncity.gov. This request is on a first come first serve basis.

Online registration is required by going here.

Contact Information: Park Ranger Office, parkrangers@carsoncity.gov, (775) 283-7035

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