Recently Completed Projects
Riverbend Trailhead and Access Path
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park "All-Inclusive" Playground
Washoe County Regional Parks has completed an "All-Inclusive" playground at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, replacing an existing playground to better serve the community and provide play opportunities for children of all abilities. This project is partially funded with a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant.
Regional Archery Facility Phase 1 Improvements
Washoe County Regional Parks recently received a Nevada Department of Wildlife Shooting Range grant to begin Phase 1 improvements at the Regional Archery Facility. Phase 1 improvements were based on the Regional Archery Facility Master Plan that was completed in 2019 and include a new parking lot and restrooms.
Carcione and Canepa Ranch Recreation Access Plan
The Carcione and Canepa Ranch Recreation Access Plan was approved by the Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space Commission on June 7, 2022. For more information, please review the final access plan.
Hidden Valley Master Plan Update
The Washoe County Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2022 Hidden Valley Regional Park Master Plan on June 21, 2022.
Bridge at Michael D. Thompson Trailhead
The Michael D. Thompson Trailhead bridge, installed by Sierra Trail Works in August of 2019, provides a safe, effective crossing over Hunter Creek. The bridge connects trail users to the Hunter Creek Trail, an approximately 5.7-mile out and back trail that meanders up a canyon to a beautiful waterfall.
