Truckee River Walk
Truckee River Walk
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River walkway that affords views of the river and Reno.
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Morgan Hill2 contributions
Sep 2019
The River Walk, in downtown Reno features an identified stroll along the river that is popular with walkers and bicyclists. You can see folks fishing in the river. Kayakers practice among the courses. However, the City of Reno enables and encourages the homeless to camp all along the walkway. While none seem aggressive, the population is growing with the attendant trash, urine and fecal deposits. I love Reno and the River Walk. JUst be prepared when you go.
Written March 10, 2020
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Charlie
Sacramento, CA1 contribution
Aug 2020 • Family
Sadly, the city of Reno seems to be doing little to nothing to clear the swarms of homeless people littered throughout the public parks and areas surrounding the entire river. The river itself is nice and has some fun, slow current spots that even a young child can have fun in. The surrounding areas unfortunately looks like a homeless hotel.
Written August 18, 2020
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Tracey B
2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
A great way to start the day. Walked it early in the morning. It was not crowded. Did it on a Sunday. There were artists set up and a man playing the guitar. Walked all the way down into the neighborhood. Great coffee house on the path there. Beautiful houses, nice art sculptures on the path. Recommend walking one side and then the other side on the way back.
Written October 15, 2023
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Robert N
Sparks, NV372 contributions
Aug 2020
The Truckee River Walk is part of the trail that leads from Lake Tahoe to Pyramid Lake. This portion of the trail is a paved walkway along the Truckee River and passes through two of Reno's best parks. Sections of the walkway are shared with bikes.
The drawback to this walkway is the number of homeless people who are in the parks and along the walkway.
The drawback to this walkway is the number of homeless people who are in the parks and along the walkway.
Written September 5, 2020
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Mina M
Aberdeen, UK39 contributions
Nov 2021
I would like to score it higher, but even average is given because you can see that some are really trying hard to make Reno nicer. We have planned an afternoon in Reno (driving around Lake Tahoe). It was on my to do list for years, I just thought pictures made it look so attractive with the mountains in the background. What a disappointment. The River Walk was one of the things to do, we managed to do a part of it, and then aborted the mission as it was covered with drunk, drugged and homeless, human poo and stinking of pot. To add, no cafes or restaurants open or even anywhere to be seen, we did not feel unsafe, but uncomfortable. In our initial plan, we were due to stay a night in Reno - so happy we did not. And with inspiration to be a little Vegas, given how bad Vegas got, this should not be the aim.
Written December 19, 2021
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JSzulewski
Jensen Beach, FL62 contributions
Aug 2021
The City has done a nice job with this area. It contrasts quite a bit from the nearby downtown. While there were definately some disadvantaged people here and there my wife and i, who are both 65+, were comfortable walking the full 360. Reno should be sure to promote it as it changed our picture of Reno immensly
Written August 16, 2021
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Terry P
42 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
The River Walk in Reno is well worth the effort for those wishing to get outside. The city of Reno has done an outstanding job on the river walk project. Beautiful grounds and landscaping add to the experience. The river is enhanced by the placement of rocks and shrubbery. Plenty of space for all in this wonderfully done civic project . Congratulations Reno for a job well done.
Written June 18, 2022
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA16,384 contributions
Apr 2021
This may be the best part of town. They have developed the river area into a beautiful park and a place where you will want to spend some time. Good for strolls and for picnics. Fun to watch the river flow.
Written April 24, 2021
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maldenmusic
Malden, MO1,947 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
Compared to numerous other river walks we've visited in the southwest, we're glad we took the time to see this one. Although we didn't utilize any of the businesses along the way, there appeared to be several restaurants and bars that looked nice. The Truckee River is gorgeous, there's an adjacent park and it's a good place to put your feet, or more, in this pristine river
Written June 28, 2022
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Otraveler
United States115 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
It is a nice river and a nice walk. But there isn't much to it. A few shops and restaurants.. Unfortunately there is a large amount of people that don't have anywhere else to go hanging around everywhere.. They have every right to be there, but people who may not feel safe in such a situation should know.
Written August 16, 2023
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girlarizona12
Sedona, AZ9 contributions
Where is the best place to start the river walk? Where is parking available? Is parking free or paid?
drjanetcummings
Reno, NV25 contributions
There’s a garage (paid of course) on Virginia. It’s north of the Century Theater, across a small side street from it.
What's the best way to get to Truckee Riverwalk from Grand Sierra Resor
Kerry F
Reno, NV61 contributions
Sorry just saw this, Ginny. Hope you found it ok
BC'ers
Vancouver, B.C. Canada16 contributions
Hello Nancy,
Can you tell me if there are public restrooms along the route? I will be starting off close to the Sienna Casino & need to know where they are. All the maps I have looked at showing the Trukee River walking path do not list bathrooms. As I am a "senior" this is very important information.
Thank you from a Canadian!
Ms Lee
Patricia G
41 contributions
Although I didn't see any public restrooms, the restaurants along the river had no problem allowing people that needed to use their restrooms.
Cathy O
Dinuba, California, United States2 contributions
We are staying at the Eldorado and visiting Reno Feb12-14. How far is the river walk from the Hotel and how far of a trail is the River walk?
JMG1947
Kent, WA56 contributions
I also stayed at the El Dorado. It is about 4 blocks to the Truckee River Walk. It is a paved, level trail, head up river to get to Idlewilde park where you will find the Nevada State Law Enforcement Memorial and the Reno Rose Gardens. It is about 1 mile to this park. The trail continues on past the park for probably another mile if you are inclined to go farther. So the walk from the El Dorado to Idlewilde Park is a little over 2 miles round trip. There is a really nice Cinema on the River Walk and there is a section of created whitewater recreation where kayaks practice. The river should be pretty high right now, it will be a fun walk. Check out the Reno Botanical Gardens and Museum too, they are just past the University of Nevada. Also about a 1 mile walk on city streets, mostly uphill.
MrsY0
Fort Worth, TX52 contributions
Will be staying at Harrah's next week. Is the riverwalk within walking distance?
aztravelgrl
Phoenix, AZ371 contributions
Yes it is! Just a few blocks away!
tomneely1
Phoenix, AZ220 contributions
Can you fish the area
SoCalOregonian
Murrieta, CA10,390 contributions
I did not see an no fishing signs. Check on the Nevada Department of Fish and Game to see if it is open and the price for non-resident licenses.
elturcogrande
Dallas, TX321 contributions
Hi. I will be staying at the Silver Legacy and planning to do my long run (~13 miles) this Friday morning along the river, what would be the best spot to park my car and what would be the best running path (more scenic and safe, and less industrial areas and less number of homeless people)?
NOLASIA
Houston, TX262 contributions
Leave car at Silver Legacy and walk to river. I think heading East along river has more running / biking paths but not sure. Ask locally.
Cierra_rachelle
Lodi, CA5 contributions
We are going to be staying at peppermill in December and am curious if we bundle up ... Would it still be a good walk or too cold even bundled up?
Jildatheonly
Reno, NV44 contributions
It won't be too cold to walk around the Riverwalk unless there is a blizzard. Check the weather reports to be sure that it is OK. It is best to walk there in the afternoons during December, the warmest part of the day. There are lots of fine places to stop for hot beverages and food, and interesting places to look at both inside and out. It is not walking distance from The Peppermill though. You will have to take a car, Uber, taxi or bus. Check out the site for Reno Riverwalk. I can't give url's here.
Cindy W
Nashville, TN5 contributions
How far is it from the Peppermill Resort Hotel?
lainim
Ceres, CA131 contributions
It's pretty far, but straight up Virginia Street. I know people who have walked it, but not me. I would grab a cab, Uber or even the city bus ( I believe there is a bus route up and down Virginia). The River Walk is super convenient to the "downtown" area. I would plan some time to be downtown-- checking out the casinos and doing the River Walk at the same time. All that said, Peppermill is my favorite -- the food at Oceano is my favorite!
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- Attractions near Truckee River Walk:
- (0.09 mi) Reno Riverwalk District
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