Take a Scenic Stroll Back in Time and Walk the Lands of the Cowboys at Bartley Ranch, Nevada.

6000 Bartley Ranch Road,

Reno, NV 89511

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Park Ranger Office: (775) 828-6612
Pavilion Reservations (775) 823-6501

Bartley Ranch holds a special place in my heart as one of my all-time favorite parks in Reno. Its Western vibe, shaded grassy lawns, natural beauty, amenities, events & concerts make it an absolute must visit.  At 56 acres, the park may seem big, but the way it's landscaped and designed make it feel like an intimate & welcoming park. 

Stepping into Bartley Ranch is like stepping back in time. The park has vintage tractors and wooden shacks that give you a glimpse of the past. The horse tracks along the trails only add to that old timey charm. 

Some of the highlights of the park is the Western Heritage Interpretive Center, a cool vintage Huffaker School, and an amphitheater that you can rent for special occasions. Right outside the interpretive center, you’ll find pamphlets with interesting tidbits about the park’s plants, wildlife, and history.

Coming in from the south, you’re greeted with a scenic lookout - Audrey Harris Park - that offers stunning views before you descend into the park. From there, you can spot everything from the white picket fence shaped like Nevada to runners hitting the trails, dog walkers, and people simply soaking in the views from the benches.

Within just a short 30 minute walk at the park, you can encounter wildlife, different landscapes, and a cute nature trail that leads to a charming wooden bridge. From there, a wooden walkway takes you along the gorgeous hills, and a zigzagging trail brings you right back to the heart of the park.

Bartley Ranch Park never disappoints. It’s a place I keep coming back to, and I’m so excited to share it with all of you.

2024

Main Events at Bartley Ranch Regional Park

Come in from the Cold 

Winter Saturday evening concerts (bluegrass, jazz, cowboy poetry) at the Western Heritage Interpretive Center.

Evenings on the Ranch 

Summer Wednesday evening performances on the Plaza lawn (bluegrass, Chautauqua, poetry).

Hawkins Amphitheater Events 

Summer concerts, plays, community performances, Artown events, and special rentals.

Gardening Series 

Spring evening classes on fruit trees, pollinators, and desert gardening.

Junior Ranger Programs & Ranger-Led Hikes 

Educational programs for kids on nature and history.

“Washoe County Rocks!” 

Geology-focused workshops at the Interpretive Center.

Fall Harvest Festival 

Seasonal festival with petting zoo, carriage rides, crafts, and community activities.

Community Gatherings 

Music, potlucks, and local events hosted by groups like the Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association.

Notes

-Plenty of parking available

-For special events, get there early as parking fills up quickly

-Bartley Ranch is a hot spot for photo sessions

-Catch the fun annual festival here benefiting NYEP

-Restrooms available

-Nearby at The Shops at Bartley Ranch:

*Icecycle Creamery 

Great spot for adventurous, small-batch ice cream flavors and deli sandwiches.

*Kuma Sushi 

All‑you‑can‑eat sushi in a modern, cozy space.

*Bighorn Tavern 

In the Shops at Bartley Ranch; a casual neighborhood tavern with burgers, tacos, wings, and more. 

*Smiling with Hope Pizza  

Also in the Shops at Bartley Ranch; classic New York–style pizza.

Bartley Ranch in Fall

Park at Audrey Harris Park for lookout.

Categorized under "Parks and Playgrounds, Family Friendly Hiking & Picnic Spots"

***Information subject to change.

***All opinions are my own.

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©Katherine Fung,

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