Walker River State Recreation Area provides public access to nearly 30 miles of the East Walker River across multiple ranch units, with the Pitchfork Ranch serving as the main hub featuring a visitor center, two campgrounds (Riverbend and Quail Run with RV hookups), and cabins.

The area offers multiple river access points for paddling and fishing, with well-maintained dirt roads and designated water trails; check current river flow rates (201-500 CFS recommended for floating) before paddling, and note that a $5 day-use entrance fee applies ($10 for non-Nevada vehicles).