Riverview Park Loop – Desert and River Views

Trail Overview

• Distance: 1.6 mile loop
• Difficulty: Easy(flat and wide trails)
• Cost: Free
• Time: 30 – 60 minutes
• Parking: Easy at Korean War Veterans Memorial Park

On the Trail

Wander through sagebrush and high desert landscape on a flat and easy trail. Enjoy an easy one and half mile loop with stops near the rivers shore and scattered benches to enjoy the peace and fresh air.

Quick Tips

• Best in morning during summer
• Can be buggy
• Bring water
• Can get hot and little shade
• Flat, wide trail – great for kids

Getting There

The trail starts near the parking lot for the Korean War Veterans Memorial Park with clear signage right near the century old milk house and oven ruins.

Easy Waterfall Hike in Carson City

Trail Overview
Distance: Less than a mile out and back
Difficulty: Easy (flat, no real elevation gain)
Cost: Free
Time: 30–60 minutes
Parking: Easy at Kings Canyon Waterfalls Parking Area

What It’s Like
This trail goes through some sagebrush and a soft, small incline and winds through desert landscape before entering a small, partially shaded canyon. At the end, you’ll reach the beautiful Kings Canyon Waterfall, where you can enjoy the sound of rushing water and take a short break before heading back.

Quick Tips
Go in the morning during summer
Waterfall can go to a trickle in the summer
Some shade, but bring water
Great for kids, some loose rock

Getting There
The trail starts near the parking lot with clear signage
Search in maps: “Kings Canyon Waterfall”

Beginner-Friendly River Hike in Carson City

Trail Overview
Distance: 3-4 miles out and back
Difficulty: Easy (flat, no real elevation gain)
Cost: Free
Time: 60–90 minutes
Parking: Easy at Carson River Park

What It’s Like
This trail follows the Carson River and is mostly flat the entire way. Along the hike, you’ll see birds, ducks, and occasionally fish in the water. At the end, you’ll reach the historic Mexican Dam, where you can enjoy the sound of rushing water and take a short break before heading back.

Quick Tips
Go in the morning during summer (it gets hot)
Trail can be muddy after rain
Some shade, but bring water
Great for kids and strollers

Getting There
The trail starts near the parking lot with clear signage
Search in maps: “Carson River Park ”