Washoe Lake State Park
2 notices: Fire Restrictions in Place · No Campfires Allowed — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $5 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed6-ft leash
- Camping
- 49 campsites
- Official site
- parks.nv.gov(775) 687-4319
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Fire Restrictions in Place
Posted by the park. Official alert
Fire restriction No Campfires Allowed
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Washoe Lake State Park is a 3,329-acre park in Washoe County, about 7 miles north of Carson.
The park supports horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, and wildlife watching. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include 49 campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| The park’s wording doesn’t give clock times — see the official wording below. | |||
Official wording
Always Open
Hours: Open seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Day use entrance fee | $5 · vehicle |
| Day use entrance fee | $10 · vehicle |
| Boat launch | $10 |
| Boat launch | $15 |
| Camping | $15 · vehicle |
| Camping | $20 · vehicle |
| Camping | $10 · vehicle |
| Camp and boat | $20 · night |
| Camp and boat | $25 · night |
| Camp and boat | $10 · night |
| Bike in | $2 · walk-in |
Official wording
Day use entrance fee: $5.00 per vehicle (Non-NV Vehicles $10.00 per vehicle) Boat launch: $10.00 (Non-NV Vehicles: $15.00) Camping: $15.00 per vehicle, per night (Non-NV Vehicles: $20.00 per vehicle, per night) + $10.00 for sites with utility hook ups Camp and boat: $20.00 per night (Non-NV Vehicles: $25.00 per night) + $10.00 for sites with utility hook ups Bike in: $2.00 per bike
Nevada park passes
- All Access Permit — $250. Entrance, camping and boating fees at all parks for 12 months (hook-up sites +$10/vehicle) Details
- Annual Day Use Permit — $100. Entrance to all parks for 12 months; camping/boating extra Details
- Senior Citizen Permit — $30 annual administrative fee. Nevada residents 65+: entrance, camping and boat launch for 12 months Details
- Disabled Veteran Permit — $30 annual administrative fee. Qualifying Nevada disabled veterans: entrance, camping and boat launch for 12 months Details
- Veteran Annual Entrance. Nevada veterans: entrance to all parks for 12 months Details
From the Nevada state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveNevada
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed · leash up to 6 feet
Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length when within 200 feet of a camping or picnic area. Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length when within 200 feet of a camping or picnic area.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washoe Lake State Park Site count parsed from park text | 49 | Campground Loop A offers water and utility hook-ups at all 24 sites, and a dump station is available.Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping: The park has 49 sites, each with a table, grill and fire ring. The campground is open year round and available by reservation. Some sites are equipped with shade structures. Two comfort stations, one with a shower, are available. Several sites can hold RVs up to 45 feet in length. Campground Loop A offers water and utility hook-ups at all 24 sites, and a dump station is available. The camping limit is seven days in a 30-day period.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
CampingHikingBikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingHorseback ridingFishingPicnicking
Trails
Equestrian Facilities: Equestrian areas are found at the Main Entrance Area and North Ramp. The main area facility includes an arena, corrals, horse washing station and a covered barbecue area with tables, grill, sink, counter space, power, water and lighting. Camping is permitted for both tents and RVs with large parking areas for easy horse trailer access. This area can be reserved for groups of up to 200. The North Ramp facility is day use only and provides restrooms, parking and picnic tables.
You can learn more about Equestrian acces at Nevada Horse Trails
Hiking: Trails are available throughout the park for motorized and non-motorized uses. Non-motorized trails accommodate hikers, mountain bikers and equestrian riders. Motorized trails are limited to the Virginia Range, east of the park. Maps are available at the park office and information kiosks throughout the park.
Read more from the park
American Discovery Trail: The American Discovery Trail is a great way to experience Nevada's beautiful and rugged backcountry. The Nevada portion of this 6,800+ mile trail covers 500 miles of Nevada's remarkable landscape, traversing 14 mountain ranges and challenging its explorers to a total climb of 34,000 feet! Six of Nevada's State Parks can be accessed by way of this route, including Washoe Lake State Park. Stay with Nevada State Parks while exploring the American Discovery Trail!
Boating and paddling
Boating: Boat launching ramps can be found in the main day use area, North Ramp and at Little Washoe. Boat trailer parking sites are provided.
Fishing
Fishing: Both lakes contain channel and bullhead catfish, wipers, white bass and Sacramento Perch. Little Washoe, South Beach and North Ramp provide excellent shore fishing opportunities. See a Health Warning from the Department of Wildlife on consumption of fish.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Wi-Fi
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
Recreation
- Golf course
- Disc golf
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
Equestrian Facilities: Equestrian areas are found at the Main Entrance Area and North Ramp. The main area facility includes an arena, corrals, horse washing station and a covered barbecue area with tables, grill, sink, counter space, power, water and lighting. Camping is permitted for both tents and RVs with large parking areas for easy horse trailer access. This area can be reserved for groups of up to 200. The North Ramp facility is day use only and provides restrooms, parking and picnic tables.
You can learn more about Equestrian acces at Nevada Horse Trails
American Discovery Trail: The American Discovery Trail is a great way to experience Nevada's beautiful and rugged backcountry. The Nevada portion of this 6,800+ mile trail covers 500 miles of Nevada's remarkable landscape, traversing 14 mountain ranges and challenging its explorers to a total climb of 34,000 feet! Six of Nevada's State Parks can be accessed by way of this route, including Washoe Lake State Park. Stay with Nevada State Parks while exploring the American Discovery Trail!
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Driving on the beach at Washoe Lake State Park is prohibited. Vehicles must stay on designated roads and parking areas.
Practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles.
Plan ahead and prepare.
Pets are welcome, but they must be kept on a leash of not more than six feet in length when within 200 feet of a camping or picnic area.
Travel and camp on durable surfaces.
Dispose of waste properly.
Leave what you find.
Respect wildlife.
Be considerate of others.
Getting there
- Address
- 4855 Eastlake Blvd.
Carson City, NV 89704 - Nearest town
- Carson — about 7 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.2459, -119.7613
- Phone
- (775) 687-4319
- wlsp@parks.nv.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Nevada State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Nevada State Parks 'Explore Parks' directory (park cards; slug = officialId) plus each park page for title/designation/coordinates
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology