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.
Fire Weather Watch issued October 8 at 11:40AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 274 Southern Mono County, 420 Northern Sierra Front including Carson City, Douglas, Storey, Southern Washoe, Western Lyon, and Far Southern Lassen Counties, 421 Southern Sierra Front including Alpine, Northern Mono, Southern Lyon, and Western Mineral Counties, 423 West Humboldt Basin in Pershing County, and 429 Lahontan Basin including Churchill and Eastern Mineral Counties. * TIMING...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * WINDS...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum Humidity between 14 to 22 percent. * DURATION...3 to 6 hours. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and prolonged dry conditions, even in areas where humidity may not be as low, can cause fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Lake Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:45AM PDT until October 10 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...In California, Mono County. In Nevada, Mineral and Southern Lyon Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
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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