Washoe County, Nevada
Looking for the best hiking in Washoe County? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Washoe County. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Washoe County
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Reno, Nevada
Hike to the Monkey Condos and Needle Rock
7.25 mi / 1600 ft gainThis loop takes hikers past several features and areas of interest hidden in the Virginia Mountains about 25 miles north of Reno. These mountains are scenic and rugged, with towering dramatic features that make visitors feel immensely small amidst them. Couple that with how few visitors these roa...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Camp at Tamarack Bay on Pyramid Lake
5.00.25 miPyramid Lake is the last remnant of the vast Pleistocene Lake Lahontan which reached its peak at the end of the last ice-age, being the terminus of many of the glaciers and ice sheets which covered much of California, Oregon, Idaho, and Nevada.Today it is an oasis in the heart of the Basis and Ra...Read more -
Sparks, Nevada
Sparks Marina Loop
3.01.94 mi / 30 ft gainSparks Marina Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sparks, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Miners Trail to The "N"
3.51.89 mi / 371 ft gainMiners Trail to The "N" is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
May Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail
5.01.07 mi / 89 ft gainMay Arboretum and Herman Pond Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Peavine Peak Trail
3.08.89 mi / 2913 ft gainPeavine Peak Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Oxbow Nature Study Area Nature Trail
4.00.77 mi / 23 ft gainOxbow Nature Study Area Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Highland Loop Trail
2.37 mi / 453 ft gainHidden Valley Park is a large, 480-acre regional park in southeast Reno, of which 65 acres are developed that features an extensive trail network along with equestrian grounds, a dog park, playground, and numerous other features. The Highland Loop Trail is a great way to experience the park and ...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Hidden Valley County Park Loop
4.04.23 mi / 1207 ft gainThis is the hidden sight of Hidden Valley. Head south down Hidden Valley Drive from Mira Loma and turn right on Mia Vista Drive until you get to the parking lot for Hidden Valley Regional Park. Watch out for wild horses on all roads leading in and throughout your hike. There are hundreds of trail...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Upper Chalk Creek Trail
4.01.44 mi / 121 ft gainUpper Chalk Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Rattle Snake Mountain
4.01.49 mi / 371 ft gainRattle Snake Mountain is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
West Plateau Loop
3.03.15 mi / 312 ft gainWest Plateau Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Quail Run and Flume Trail Loop
4.01.45 mi / 128 ft gainQuail Run and Flume Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Anderson Park Loop
4.01.64 mi / 92 ft gainAnderson Park Loop is a popular trail for walking or running tucked away in a quiet neighborhood near Reno, Nevada. The trail loops around a pasture and connects up to Bartley Ranch for a longer or more scenic route. Take in scenic views of the surrounding mountains, but there may be some traf...Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Huffaker Park Lookout Trail
4.01.88 mi / 308 ft gainHuffaker Park Lookout Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Reno, Nevada.Read more -
Reno, Nevada
Hunter Creek Trail
3.06.43 mi / 1362 ft gainJust outside of Reno find a fun little hike through the hills along a creek, ending at a beautiful waterfall. The trail is heavily trafficked and easy to follow with two creek crossings. It is mostly a moderate but steady climb on the way out, with just a few steep spots. The parking lot has ...Read more