Walker River State Recreation Area

Walker River State Recreation Area is a large protected area with river valleys, hiking trails, and camping facilities along the East Walker River. The land consists of several former ranch properties that are now open to visitors as a recreation zone.

The area was opened by Nevada for public recreation in 2018 after ranches were taken over by a conservation organization. The four units preserve the history of early settlement and land use in the region.

The river has long served as a vital place where indigenous peoples made their homes and used the water for survival. Visitors can still sense the connection between this waterway and the lives of the original inhabitants.

The visitor center at Pitchfork Ranch provides information and basic services for day visitors and campers. The trails are well marked, but it is wise to bring water and be prepared for changing weather.

The Flying M Ranch is one of the four units and one of the largest ranch lands in the area, now freely accessible to the public. These former private properties offer a rare glimpse into the region's cattle ranching past.