Reno, NV 89511
Park Ranger Office: (775) 828-6612
Pavilion Reservations (775) 823-6501
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, natural beauty, and endless amenities, combined with the unique events hosted here, make it an absolute must-visit.
This park has something for everyone—whether you’re looking to picnic, take a relaxing walk, spot wildlife, bring your dog for a stroll, or even host a special event like a wedding, concert, or party. 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.
One 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 ranch. 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.
In just a short 30-minute walk at the park, I encountered so much—tons of 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 ranch.
Whether you’re attending a special event, taking a scenic walk, watching wildlife, enjoying the views, walking your furry friends, or just relaxing with a picnic, 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.
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Notes
-Plenty of parking available
-For special events, get there early—parking fills up quickly
-Bartley Ranch is a hot spot for photo sessions
-Bartley Ranch is host to one cool annual fall harvest festival
Bartley Ranch in Fall
Park at Audrey Harris Park for lookout.
Categorized under "Parks and Playgrounds, Family Friendly Hiking and Picnic Spots"
***Information subject to change.
***All opinions are my own.
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©Katherine Fung,
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