Category: Nevada State

Washoe Lake State Park
Situated between Reno and Carson City, Washoe Lake State Park sits in a valley with views of the Sierra Nevada, Carson and Virginia mountain ranges.  The park  “…hosts a diverse range of birds and waterfowl, such as American white pelicans and Canada geese. Anglers can aim for channel and bullhead catfish, wipers, white bass and Sacramento Perch.”
Here is the Park website.  Trail Map
The park has a number of mostly low-gradient sandy trails with short steeper stretches.    Call (775) 687-4319 to learn more.
Equestrian Trails  Page 35 of this Truckee Meadows area guide states that the 15 miles of equestrian trails north of the paved bike path are ADA accessible.  I don’t see these trails on the park trail map.
Paved Bike Path runs 2.7 miles on asphalt and is 8 feet wide.  It is not shown as wheelchair accessible in the park literature, so you had better check first. 775-687-4319.

Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, adjacent to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, “…has been used historically as a working ranch and a luxury retreat by a string of colorful owners, including German actress Vera Krupp and millionaire Howard Hughes. Today visitors can explore some of the oldest buildings in Nevada, a 1860s blacksmith shop, the Sandstone Cabin that was home to the founding family and the ranch house. Hiking trails throughout the park, in addition to tree-shaded picnic sites with tables and grills, make day trips to the park a family favorite. ”  Thank you David Low, for your help.
Here is the Park website.  Trail map.
? Two of the trails, 0.4 mile Lake Harriet and 0.3 mile North Ash Grove have crushed gravel or aggregate surfaces.  Although both have low average gradients, each has a relatively steep stretch might make them too difficult.  Call 702-875-4141 to inquire abut their suitability for you.

Valley of Fire State Park
58 miles from Las Vegas,  Valley of Fire State Park  is 40,000 acres of bright red Aztec sandstone outcrops nestled in gray and tan limestone.  There are “…ancient, petrified trees and petroglyphs dating back more than 2,000 years. A Visitor Center provides exhibits on the geology, ecology, prehistory and history of the park and nearby region. ”
Here is the Park website.   Telephone 702-397-2088  Facebook   Trail Map with surface and  slope details
According to Planetware.com “Mouse’s Tank is an easy but exceptionally entertaining, .75-mile out-and-back hike along a sandy trail through a canyon. The trail is flat, with essentially no elevation gain, if you stick to the path, and it dead ends at the Mouse’s Tank; a natural water catchment…”  The park’s trail guide claims that this trail has a 71′ stretch with a maximum grade of 21 to 31%.  Check with the Visitor  Center.

Nevada State Parks home page.   A List of all the Nevada State Parks with links to their websites.
“Individuals with developmental and/or physical limitations are invited to enjoy all of the recreational activities of Nevada State Parks. If you would like to request additional support or accommodation, please call the park system headquarters at (775) 684-2793.”

Cathedral Gorge State Park
“Cathedral Gorge State Park is located in a long, narrow valley in southeastern Nevada, where erosion has carved dramatic and unique patterns in the soft bentonite clay.”

Here is the Park website.   Phone 775-728-4460  Trail map   
Nature Loop is one mile.  The Park Service states that “Bridge may impede wheelchair use.” You might want to call them for clarification.
Juniper Draw is 4 miles in a dry wash, described as easy with negligible altitude gain.
Eagle View Overlook is a 1/2 mile path with negligible altitude gain. “Overlook of entire Gorge; nature loop at beginning has interpretive signs.”

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park – Sand Harbor
“The largest alpine lake in North America, Lake Tahoe is a cobalt blue lake atop the Sierra Nevada mountain range. On its eastern shores, gently sloping beaches, crystal-clear water and interesting rock formations allow for wonderfully sublime swimming, kayaking and scuba diving at Sand Harbor.”
Here is the Park website.  Phone 775-831-0494   More information

There are a 1/3 mile wheelchair accessible boardwalk nature trail and a picnic area here as well as an accessible path to a sandy beach.   Even better, you can borrow one of their two beach wheelchairs, free of charge.  The wheelchairs are available on a first-come-first-served basis.     Entry to the park is $12 per car for non-residents of Nevada, but it’s worth it.

Spooner Backcountry in the Lake Tahoe Basin “…is a widespread recreational and natural oasis, with a lake surrounded by aspens and more than 12,000 acres of forested, open space. The park features 50 miles of hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails and primitive roads. “
The Spooner Lake loop trail described by  Tahoe Adventure Sports.  Said to be “good for all skill levels” by AllTrails.  These two references disagree on length — 2.1  or 1.8 miles.