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As a parent of three, I can't stress enough the importance of getting out for physical movement, socialization (for the parent, child, or both), and a good dose of the outdoors in all its glory. While parks and playgrounds are not the only option for outdoor fun, they were one of the main forms of entertainment for my littles in their younger toddler years.
At this stage of life, they have this energy and natural curiosities of exploring and running & climbing around all over the place. Parks & playgrounds are the perfect places for kids to play, learn, and grow.
Below are some of my favorite parks I think check all the boxes and double up and entertainment for adults. These are the parks in Reno & the surrounding areas that offer stunning views, creeks, shade, grass to roll around in, adventure trails, water fountains, and so much more.
I hope you (and your family) enjoy them as much as mine does.
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(Downtown Reno, scenic views, 40 acres off leash dog park, shaded arboretum, three children's play structures, many trails available(paved and dirt), restrooms, bike friendly)
(South Reno, two play structures, picnic shelter with BBQ, Restroom, Basketball court, paved 3-milee loop trail, 4 way seesaw, swings for babies and big kids, hills, grass, wetlands, wildlife, biking, photography, sunsets, special events)
(Central Reno, Pier, Wildlife Photography, 1-mile paved loop, grassy area, 3 play structures, dirt dog park, rentable BBQ pavilion-100 person capacity, restroom, partial shade, shaded picnic areas, designated bird feeding areas, dog friendly, no bikes on path, workout area, Peppermill Casino and restaurants nearby)
4. Bartley Ranch
(11 min. from downtown Reno, scenic, restrooms, kid/dog friendly, ranch loop dirt trail(1.5 mi.), partial shade, picnics, BBQ, no playground, pavilions, events)
(11 min. from downtown Reno, scenic, restrooms, kid/dog friendly, ranch loop dirt trail(1.5 mi.), partial shade, picnics, BBQ, no playground, pavilions, events)
5. Crystal Peak Park
(15 mins. from Reno, 0.6 loop dirt trail, scenic, partial shade, fishing (permit), kid friendly, picnics, restrooms, Truckee River, no playground)
(15 mins. from Reno, 0.6 loop dirt trail, scenic, partial shade, fishing (permit), kid friendly, picnics, restrooms, Truckee River, no playground)
(South Reno, restroom open seasonally late April-early October, soccer field, baseball field, basketball court, tennis court, horseshoes, picnic shelter, BBQ, rentable shelter, Dog Friendly, 1.4 mi dirt Loop trail, 2 play structures)
(South Reno, Merry-Go-Round, Big and Small Play Structures, Hilly Grass Area, Lower Thomas Creek Trail, Fall Foliage, BBQ Pavilion, Benches and Picnic Tables, Horseback Riding, Equestrian Parking, About 1 mile loop trail, No Restrooms, No Shade except in pavilion)
(14 min. from South Reno, twp play structures, short paved pathway, no restrooms- porta potty 2 min. away, grass, trails, creek, horseshoe pits, pavilion with BBQ, plenty of trees and shade, picnic tables and benches, fall foliage, about 1 mile loop dirt trail)
9. Galena Creek Regional Park
(15 min. from South Reno, kid & dog friendly, loop dirt hikes, partial shade hikes, rentable group picnic area, fish pond, creeks, tables and benches, amphitheater, dog friendly, poop bags, restrooms, no playground, rentable buildings)
(15 min. from South Reno, kid & dog friendly, loop dirt hikes, partial shade hikes, rentable group picnic area, fish pond, creeks, tables and benches, amphitheater, dog friendly, poop bags, restrooms, no playground, rentable buildings)
(Guided Tours for fee, Swimming pool for fee, reservable pavilions for big events, two play structures, expansive grass areas, BBQ picnic areas, plenty of parking, no pets allowed)
(Next to Virginia City Foothills, Lookout on the way to Virginia City, 2 acres, no restrooms, no playground, ruins, scenic views, off road driving trail)
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