Galena Creek Visitors Center & Nature Programs

Situated just south of Reno where the Great Basin meets the Carson Range, Galena Creek Recreational Area gives people of all ages the chance to experience “Life on the Edge.” The park offers easy access to sagebrush valleys, forested mountains, and vibrant, four-season Galena Creek. The park’s “transition zone” flora and fauna make it a unique and ideal setting for outdoor learning and adventure. Visitors can access Galena Creek Recreational Area from the Mt. Rose Scenic byway, Route 431. We anticipate opening the Galena Creek Visitor’s Center in July 2010, upon completion of scheduled upgrades to Highway 431.

Learn about natural, cultural, and historical resources of the Galena Canyon area & the Mount Rose Scenic Byway, For more information about the Visitor’s Center, its programs, or to register for an event, please call 775.674.5486.

All children must be accompanied by an adult at these events.

To see a calendar of events go to Galena Creek Nature Programs Calendar.
For a pdf of programs & events click here.

Below you will find general information about the different kinds of nature programs we offer. To find specific events and the dates when they occur, please go to the Galena Nature Programs Calendar listed above.