π 19 years
The Walker Basin Conservancy donated more than 12, acres of land and nearly 30 miles of the East Walker River to the State of Nevada to increase public access and conserve natural resources. The donation includes several large ranches that had been closed to public access for more than years.
Today, they afford the potential for a vibrant outdoor experience that no other single Nevada State Park can provide. The park units will open to the public over time, as development and infrastructure is completed. The Pitchfork Ranch serves as the park headquarters and offers 2 campgrounds and a Visitors Center. The Elbow is also open for camping and exploration. Announcements will be made as phased development is completed. Visitors are invited to experience camping, hiking, biking, wildlife viewing, kayaking, fishing, or simply relaxing in an idyllic country setting.
Continue for 4 miles to the giant arch entrance of the Pitchfork Ranch. Follow signs to the Visitor Center. From Hwy , take the turn off and go through Wellington, NV.
When you get through Wilson Canyon, take the turn off. In approximately 4. Drive 4 miles on a dirt road and look for the giant arch entrance to the Walker River State Recreation Area. Camping : The Riverbend campground has 16 sites suitable for travel trailers, motorhomes or tents. Quail Run Campground has 19 sites with RV hook ups.
Campsites include a table and fire ring, and shade ramada. Restrooms and showers nearby both campgrounds. An RV dump station is nearby. A camping limit of 14 days in a day period is enforced. Equestrian: You can learn more about equestrian use at Nevada Horse Trails. Group Campground: The group campground offers 6 RV campsites with water and power hookups.
