Thursday, January 7, 2021

Discover Damonte Ranch Park


Meet South Reno's most popular park. Easy to access and includes wetlands + wildlife, beautiful views, one of the biggest playgrounds in town, and a nice long paved path that's popular among walkers, runner, bikers, dog walkers, and the like. 

Notes
-Trail: 3.1 mile loop trail with no elevation gain, perfect for walking, jogging, or biking.
-8-acre park with plenty of open space.
-The park is completely exposed, making early morning or sunset visits ideal during summer. Don’t forget sunscreen, as the higher elevation in Reno means stronger sun exposure. 
-There are no water fountains, so be sure to bring your own water.
-Play Structures: Two play areas - one for smaller kids and one for bigger kids.
-Popularity: This park can get busy on weekends, after school, and during holidays. However, you might find it more peaceful during colder, windier days.
-Picnic Area: 1 picnic shelter with 4 tables and a BBQ, conveniently located near year round restrooms.
-Basketball Court: Features two half courts 
-Hills: A couple of cute hills are perfect for running or rolling down. In winter, they’re great for sledding.
-Open Grass Areas: Ideal for flying kites or playing fetch with dogs, though it can get muddy when wet.
-Photography: The park offers stunning views of sunsets, snow covered mountains, and local wildlife
-Parking: The parking lot can fill up during peak hours. Street parking is available if needed.
-Biking: The wide trail is great for family biking or for those learning to ride.
-Neighborhood: The trail is lined with residential backyards
-Pet Waste Stations: Poop bags are available at a couple of locations for dog owners.
-Nearby: If you need to grab a bite or run errands, there’s a plaza down the street with McDonald's, Home Depot, Pizza, Subway, & Safeway.  Local eats:  Twisted Fork, Poke N Go, Tofu House, Asian Paradise, and Tahoe Natural Cafe.



*Information subject to change.  All opinions are my own. 

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©Katherine Fung,
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