TRAIL INFO
Visitor Center Interpretive Trail
Length: 0.4 miles
Difficulty: Easy, very little elevation gain
Located directly behind the Visitor Center, this short, paved interpretive loop is perfect for those short on time, or looking for an easy or handicap-accessible stroll. Learn about local history and ecology along the trail.
Resources: Visitor Center Interpretive Trail Guide
Bitterbrush Trail
Length: 0.4 miles
Difficulty: Easy, very little elevation gain
The Bitterbrush Trail is the connector between the north and south sides of Galena Creek Regional Park. Cross-country skiing, hiking, snowshoeing. Dogs on leash.
Resources: Bitterbrush Trail Guide
Galena Creek Nature Trail
Length: 1 mile, with a 0.7 mile option
Difficulty: Moderate, some elevation gain
The nature trail is located off the Bitterbrush trail in Galena Creek Regional Park. The loop has 18 signposts that correspond to a nature trail brochure with information about the ecology and cultural history of the area. Hiking. Dogs on leash.
Jones-Whites Creek Loop Trail
Length: 9.2 miles, 0.7 mile side trip to Church’s Pond
Difficulty: Strenuous, approx. 2,000′ elevation gain
Beginning at the Jones Creek Trailhead, it is a 1/2 mile hike before coming to a fork in the trail. The left-hand loop climbs steeply towards Church’s Pond, continuing around to the Whites Creek Trail.
Be sure to look out for the junction that returns to Galena Park. For a less strenuous loop, turn right at the junction to start the loop in a counter-clockwise directions. The trail climbs gradually and enters Whites Canyon, continuing 1.5 miles to the Mount Rose Wilderness, climbing to 8,000 feet with great views. Equestrian, hiking, snowshoeing. Closed to mountain bikes at the Mount Rose Wilderness.
Upper Thomas Creek Trail
Length: 1.5 miles to Dry Pond Trail, 3.9 miles to Mt. Rose Wilderness
Difficulty: Moderate, little elevation gain
Accessed off Timberline Drive, this trail is a favorite of fall foliage seekers! This trail follows Thomas Creek, providing connection to the Dry Pond Trail at mile 1.5, or continue to the Mount Rose Wilderness at 3.9 miles. Along this trail you will find both Jeffrey Pine and aspen woodland habitat, and some amazing fall color. Equestrian, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing. Dogs on leash.
Upper Whites Creek Trail
Length: 1.2 miles to Dry Pond Trail
Difficulty: Moderate, little elevation gain
Accessed off Timberline Drive and turn left onto a paved road leading to the seasonal trailhead, which is closed at night and during the winter. This trail connects to the Jones-Whites Creek Loop and accesses the 19,000-acre Mount Rose Wilderness. Equestrian, hiking, mountain biking (not allowed in wilderness areas), snowshoeing. Dogs on leash.
Dry Pond Trail
Length: 2.2 miles
Difficulty: Moderate, 450′ elevation gain
This trail connects the Upper Thomas Creek Trail to the Upper Whites Creek Trail, passing by the seasonal Dry Pond. The pond has water during the late spring. The Dry Pond Loop is a favorite of mountain bikers, measuring approximately 7 miles long. Equestrian, hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing. Dogs on leash.
Other Park Resources
Truckee Meadows Trails
This trail guide shows most of the trails in the Reno/Sparks area and the features of each.
Washoe County Parks Guide
This guide describes all of the Washoe County parks and open spaces.
Washoe County
Facilities Reservations
If you’re interested in renting a Washoe County park facility, please visit this site to learn more.
Rim to Reno Trail Map
This map shows the trails in our park as well as surrounding trails along Mt. Rose Highway.
