Caution - trail is badly damaged due to recent floods. 

Description:

This  trail connects the south Empire Ranch Estates Park (1466 Empire Ranch Road) and the Morgan Mill Road River Access Area. A gravel parking area is available at Empire Ranch Estates Park and a paved parking area is available at the Morgan Mill Road River Access Area. The trail travels along the Carson River and turns west along the south side of Empire Ranch Golf Course to Empire Ranch Road. A portable toilet, benches, and picnic tables are located at the Morgan Mill Road River Access Area. This trail is part of the Carson River/Prison Hill Trail System, and there is access to many other trails.

Dogs permitted under control of owner. Please do not let your dogs disturb wildlife.

Length:

1.8 Miles

Difficulty:

Easy. Maximum grade 2%.

Type of Trail

10'-wide with compacted DG surface

Description:

Located at the east end of Fifth Street, Riverview Park is a 109 acre natural area, with wetlands and a network of trails which extend to the banks of the Carson River.  Riverview Park is part of the Carson River/Prison Hill Trail System, with connections to many other trails including the Mexican Ditch Trail, Empire Ranch Trail, and Buzzy's Ranch Trail. There are many options for loops, making this a perfect venue for Walk/Run Events.

Dogs permitted under control of owner. These trails extend through important wildlife habitats, so please do not let your dogs disturb wildlife.

Length:

3.1 miles, with connections to many more miles of trails

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade 2%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide, with a compacted DG surface.

Description: 

This trail provides for a beautiful walk, run, bike ride, or equestrian ride along the Carson River and through a working ranch, with views of Prison Hill and the Carson Range. Interpretive signs provide information about birds of the Carson River and give a history of ranching in Eagle Valley.

Access from Riverview Park or Carson River Park.

Dogs permitted, but please, they must be on leash -- this trail crosses a working ranch and is adjacent to critical migratory bird habitat. 

Length:

1.1 miles

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade 2%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide with a compacted DG base.

Description: 

The "Carson River Trail" is a five-mile trail that pieces-together portions of the Empire Ranch Trail and Riverview Park Trails, Buzzy's Ranch Trail, the River Trail, and a portion of the Mexican Ditch Trail to create a continuous five-mile walk, run, bike ride or equestrian ride along the Carson River. The trail begins at Morgan Mill and ends at the Mexican Dam. 

Dogs permitted under control of owner. Dogs must be on leash on the Buzzy's Ranch Trail section. Please do not let your dogs disturb wildlife.

Access from Morgan Mill River Access, Riverview Park, or Carson River Park.

Length:

5 miles (one way)

Difficulty:

Easy. Typical grade 2%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide. Surface varies - compacted DG and dirt

 Map:

Description: 

Easy walk, run, bike ride or equestrian ride along the historic Mexican Ditch. This trail is part of the Carson River/Prison Hill Trail System and it connects with many other trails, providing many options for loops.

Section 1 (North) extends from the Moffat Open Space (Hells Bells Road) to Silver Saddle Ranch. 

Section 2 (South) extends from Silver Saddle Ranch to the Mexican Dam.

Dogs permitted under control of owner. Please do not let your dogs disturb wildlife or ranch livestock.

Length:

Section 1 (North) - 2.4 miles

Section 2 (South) - 1.5 miles

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade 2%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide. Surface varies - compacted DG and dirt.

Description: 

Easy walk, run, bike ride, or equestrian ride along the east side of Prison Hill from the 5th Street Trailhead to Silver Saddle Ranch. This trail provides lovely ranch views and it is part of the Carson River/Prison Hill Trail System with connections to many other trails including the Mexican Ditch Trail.

Dogs permitted under control of owner.

Access: 5th Street Trailhead (corner of 5th Street and Carson River Road), or Silver Saddle Ranch.

Length:

1.5 miles

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade is 4% with a maximum of 7%.

Type of Trail:

10' + wide with a compacted DG base.

Description:

Easy walk, run, or bike ride along the NW side of Prison Hill, adjacent to Fairview Drive.

Dogs permitted under control of owner.

Length:

One mile

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade 4%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide, paved surface.

Description:

Beautiful walk, run, bike ride, or equestrian ride along the the Carson River, this trail provides access to the river observation deck. It is part of the Carson River/Prison Hill Trail System with access to many other trails and silver Saddle Ranch.

Dogs permitted under control of owner.

Access from Carson River Park.

Length:

0.7 miles

Difficulty:

Easy. Average grade 2%.

Type of Trail:

10' wide. Surface compacted DG and dirt.

Description:.

The Carson River Aquatic Trail is a water trail designed for river recreation. It is divided into two sections. The Eagle Valley section is 3.3 miles long with class I rapids, ideal for most non-motorized water craft. The Carson River Canyon section is 9.3 miles long and contains class II and III whitewater. This section is meant for rafter and kayakers with whitewater experience. 

 The Aquatic Trail has various access points at East Silver Saddle Ranch, Carson River Park, and Morgan Mill River Access Area. 

Length:

12.6 Miles

Difficulty:

Class I-III

Type of Trail:

Water

Link to Map:

Aquatic Trail Map for viewing or printing