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Walker River State Recreation Area access

Walker River State Recreation Area access provides public entry to over 12,000 acres along the East Walker River in Lyon County, with the main Pitchfork Ranch unit offering a 5. 6-mile water trail for paddling and floating.

The area features two developed campgrounds (River Bend and Quail Run with RV hookups), rental cabins, a visitor center, and well-maintained dirt roads suitable for various recreational activities.

Day-use entrance fee is $5 per vehicle ($10 for non-Nevada vehicles), with access from Yerington via Highway 208 and East Walker Road.


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