Tuesday - Sunday: 9 am - 5 pm
Monday: Closed
Galena Creek Recreation Area is open daily from 8am to 7pm
18250 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511
(775) 849-4948
Monday: Closed
Galena Creek Recreation Area is open daily from 8am to 7pm
18250 Mt Rose Hwy, Reno, NV 89511
(775) 849-4948
Welcome to Galena Creek!
The Galena Creek Recreation Area is rich in natural and cultural history, filled with scenic beauty, and overflowing with ways to involve yourself with nature. Spend a few hours here, and you're sure to find plenty to delight your senses. Spend a lifetime here, and you'll still not run out of places to explore with wonder. Whether you're looking to explore the trails, get involved with the community, enroll a child in our diverse outdoor education programs, or simply experience the environment, let the Galena Creek Visitor Center be your ultimate resource.
The Galena Creek Recreation Area is rich in natural and cultural history, filled with scenic beauty, and overflowing with ways to involve yourself with nature. Spend a few hours here, and you're sure to find plenty to delight your senses. Spend a lifetime here, and you'll still not run out of places to explore with wonder. Whether you're looking to explore the trails, get involved with the community, enroll a child in our diverse outdoor education programs, or simply experience the environment, let the Galena Creek Visitor Center be your ultimate resource.
GUIDED HIKES EVERY Saturday at 10:00am Meet at the Visitor Center! Please call ahead to RSVP due to Weather! (775) 849-4948 Hike may be canceled if Mt. Rose Hwy is unsafe for driving or guides are unavailable. 
GALENA TODDLERS
Geared to ages 2-5 Normally held every third Thursday of the month, join us at 10:00am at the Visitor Center for knee high nature education that includes story time, arts and crafts and outdoor exploration! Call to confirm! |
*You will receive a monthly newsletter to keep you in the loop of activities, programs, and general information
Check out our Events Calendar for a complete listing of our upcoming programs!
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GALENA HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Geared for grades K-12
Normally held every third Wednesday of the month, join us at 10:00am at the Visitor Center for an outdoor science-based field study program for all homeschool groups and students!
Call to confirm!
*Will not be held the month of February
The Galena Creek Visitor Center aims to increase public understanding, appreciation and wise enjoyment of the many natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources of the Galena Canyon area and the Mount Rose Scenic Byway.
The Power of a Partnership
The Galena Creek Visitor Center is a partnership between Washoe County, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Great Basin Institute. The goal of the Visitor Center is to encourage understanding, appreciation, and appropriate use of the natural, cultural, and historical resources of the Galena Canyon area and the Mount Rose Scenic Byway. Learn more about the partnering organizations here.
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