Walker River State Recreation Area Cabins
Open year-round. Reservations available through ReserveNevada. Visitor Center hours: Tuesday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., closed Mondays and state holidays.
Heat Advisory issued August 8 at 11:53PM PDT until August 10 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...High temperatures of 98 to 103 degrees with overnight lows of 63 to 73 degrees. Widespread Moderate to Major HeatRisk. * WHERE...Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses will be more likely, especially for those spending extended periods outdoors, in poorly cooled indoor spaces, or who are sensitive to heat.
About
Walker River State Recreation Area's Pitchfork Ranch cabins provide comfortable lodging along the East Walker River in Lyon County, Nevada. The four cabins, named Prairie Falcon, Bald Eagle, Horned Owl, and Red Hawk, are situated approximately 1.5 miles past the main park entrance in their own private meadow setting with views of the river corridor. Each cabin accommodates up to six occupants across a bedroom, a bunk room with two twin bunkbeds, and a full-size sleeper sofa in the living room. Every cabin features a covered front deck, dining area with table and chairs, and a full kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, and cooktop (no conventional oven). The bathroom includes a walk-in shower, toilet, and sink. Heating and air conditioning keep the cabins comfortable year-round. Guests must bring their own linens, towels, and bedding as none are provided. The Pitchfork Ranch serves as the main developed area of this state recreation area, offering access to 7 miles of the East Walker River and nature trails. The historic century-old ranch property provides an authentic Western Nevada experience with fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Directions
From Yerington, head south on Highway 208 and turn left on East Walker Road (look for the brown Walker River State Recreation Area sign). Continue approximately 4 miles to the Pitchfork Ranch entrance arch. The cabins are located about 1.5 miles past the main entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $95 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| wrsra@parks.nv.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (775) 463-1609 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Nevada State Parks - Walker River | |
| Pitchfork Cabin Photos |
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