A stretch of walk way along the river in downtown Reno. Start near Keystone and walk along the north side of the Truckee River under huge old trees and enjoy the rushing water. Along the way you can stop for coffee or tea at the Hub, and chocolate at Dorinda's. Continue east past the Lear to a small park filled with flower beds. And watch the kayakers and kids play in the rapids. Crossing Arlington is a larger park with an amphitheater, Wingfield. The finished walk way continues past some great restaurants and finishes on Lake Street near the automobile museum. It's a great stretch to stroll any time of day with many stops. read more

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Truckee River - Reno, NV The Truckee River flows from Pyramid Lake (Nevada) to Lake Tahoe (California). The total distance between lakes is 121 miles and can be safely viewed from "The Biggest Little City in the World". We experienced the river safely from the riverwalk. But honestly, I didn't feel that safe at all. We were in downtown Reno and got to witness the Truckee River from the Riverwalk District. When the snow and ice from the mountains melt, the Truckee River becomes a loud, violent, and treacherous. It's also not uncommon for people to get washed away from the Truckee River. I recommend that you check out the Truckee River if you're in town. It's a sight to see. I just don't recommend that you get too close or you'll get washed up. read more

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We visited Reno for the first time in October and were blown away by the beautiful fall colors here! This makes for a gorgeous picture setting and a scenic walk near the river. There did appear to be a lot of homeless and "sketchy people" (even during daytime) so I wouldn't recommend exploring alone, but parking was easy to find and the natural beauty in the fall was amazing! read more

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Nice day for a walk. Very informative mostly clean. Great views and architecture. Very close to our hotel. Many places to eat or have a beer. Lots of art. Watched skateboarding. Nice get away tranquil. The car museum is located on it. The Welcome to Reno arch is off it. There were Ducks too. read more

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Nothing better on a cool day than a stroll on the Riverwalk. Warning if it's hot out regardless on the month hit the walk in the early morning--you'll fry like an egg in the afternoon soon. The wall has something for everyone - nature, water, paved sidewalks, grassy patches and rocks. Plus dotted along the walk you can interact with art the Lear Theatre or catch a show, coffee or tea at Hub, chocolate at Dorinda's, eat like the French at Beaujolais Bistro, see local art on the Hobo Art Walk (please don't touch it's all balancing rocks), create at McKinney Art Center and of course do nothing and enjoy the outdoors in a downtown area! I've heard rumors of plans to make it like San Antonio's Riverwalk While SA has a great walk it's man made. I say keep Reno's walk natural. read more

Truckee Riverwalk - Nothing better than water in the Truckee - Hiking Near Me - Reno, Nevada

In terms of the Riverwalk, Reno features a beautiful one. The two other Riverwalks I have been to are in Tampa Bay and San Antonio. In my opinion, Tampa is the prettiest of the three. San Antonio is the most touristy with restaurants, businesses, and hotels hovering over the river. It is also the busiest and most crowded of the three. Moreover, the water is dirty so it looks better at night when you cannot see the color of the water but can see the lights on the boats and surrounding buildings. Personally, I feel the Riverwalk in San Antonio is vastly overrated. I rank Tampa Bay on the top of my list. I liked the Riverwalk in Reno more than the one in San Antonio. The Truckee River is a pretty river that cuts through Reno. There are multiple photogenic spots along the Riverwalk for beautiful views that mix the natural beauty of the river with the backdrops of a manmade city. In addition, there are various calm points along the Riverwalk where people can go into the river. Of course, there are many restaurants and shops along the Riverwalk but the path is big enough where it does not feel like they are overwhelming it and there is room to walk. The east end of the Riverwalk is Lake Street and just south of the downtown area. The west end connects to Riverside Dr. It is definitely worth the time to continue west on Riverside Dr. for a little bit as you enter a much quieter, peaceful residential neighborhood with gorgeous homes on the other side of the river. If you are visiting and planning a trip to Reno/ Lake Tahoe and looking for recommendations, feel free to message me for my itinerary. You can also find the electronic copy through the link my profile. read more

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I don't think any of my Reno trips are complete without walking by the river, even when it's cold out (though of course I prefer it in the summer). It's beautiful and relaxing, not much more to say than that. read more

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I was expecting more of a picturesque type of walk. Maybe I did not walk far enough. It was dirty, had homeless people. Never found the restaurants that are so highly spoken off. Almost seems like a public swimming place. Should I have gone further downtown or West?? read more

Just do it. Step away from the table to get out of the casinos to take it vantage of the weather and when you're done be sure to stop along the way for coffee ice cream and Rolled Creamery read more

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Stunning Truckee Riverwalk is an amazing experience right in the biggest little city on the west! Take a stroll after a delicious meal and enjoy the town on foot. read more

Truckee Riverwalk - Beautiful river walk along the Truckee River in Reno. - Hiking Near Me - Reno, Nevada

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Great Place , we had a lot of fun.Bring some sunscreen and water. The lunch snacks could have been better . Maria and Aaron

Love, love, love the Truckee Riverwalk. This is one of the first places that I discovered soon after I moved to Reno and I have been a fan ever since. I use any excuse to go there: a run, a stroll or a bike ride. Or just relax, read and people watch. Or wining and dining. Elsie, my dog, loves it as well, so that's one more excuse. I enjoy how lively it is in the Summer with concerts taking place there, people picnicking, swimming, kayaking, etc. I was there just yesterday and it was cool to see trees changing colors. It'll be my first fall in town and I am excited to see seasons change. Along the river walk there is something to please everybody: from sushi to tea, shopping or other activities. I like to walk all the way from Keystone to Virginia and make a few stops here and there along the way. Some of my favorite spots are the Hub, The Jungle, Reef and Wild River Grille and have a few more bookmarked and I am planning to check them out soon. read more

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A great part of Reno. This is a relaxing area with lots of things to do and see. The Truckee River itself is nice with a number of activities including fishing, kayaking, bird/people watching, history exploring, and just generally relaxing in the shade. There are a number of associated parks and plazas along the river walk as well as a number of restaurants and entertainment options (including a movie theater). Several signs along the river walk also showcase the history of the area including people and places. (Also, you can download an App showcasing Reno history). Plus, there are a number of Poke stops and Gyms that are very active with lures and gym battles! read more

Reno's greatest treasure is that it is smack dab in the middle of some of the most beautiful Wild West scenery in America. For the tourists who can't be bothered to stumble beyond Virginia St. (otherwise NOT known as the Strip, you idiots, that's in Vegas and you're not in Vegas), you should be ashamed of yourselves. Because just a few minutes walk away is the meandering lovely Truckee River, which slices through the city. Reno has done a lovely job making it a safe, walkable area. The Riverwalk meanders alongside the water so that you are always accompanied by the sound of burbling waters. If you are lucky, a fun festival is going on or you might want to partake in a lovely meal alongside the many little food trucks, cafes, restaurants and coffee bars that dot the area. read more

The Truckee River Walk is fabulous. What's a Truckee river flowing along there is walkways and Fountain statues and art abounding. Additionally lots of restaurants to choose from with all kinds of food in all kinds of price ranges. We were tickled having to walk up and down the walkway and view The Fountains and rivers and chat and just enjoy Reno. This is almost a must do in Reno and get you away from all the casino action and into a beautiful clean downtown that really shines. Reno is a beautiful little city and they have invested in their art. We really enjoyed this one read more

There really isn't anything to compare this to in another city. Right in the heart of downtown is a whole neighborhood centered around walking around outside, dining outside, skateboarding, listening to performances outside, and-- most unusually-- playing in the river below as if it was a beach. You can even kayak through it, through class II and III rapids. This area is so unique for its mix of activities and people. You could easily spend many hours wandering around, exploring, and enjoying everyone else's enjoyment of this Reno gem. read more

This area of Downtown is a good example of City revitalization. You have nicely adorned cross bridges connecting the parallel roadways. The river itself flows below, likely more so in the spring time. Several stores and restaurants line both sides. The atmosphere is likely more lively on the weekends. I was there in a Monday. It was quite serene- beautiful, actually. Take a break from the gambling and tomfoolery. Take a walk downtown and stroll the river walk! read more

Smelled like straight pee, was my first time in Reno, will not be going back. If you're into gambling obviously this is your city!

Worth a trip if you are in this area. Not for a whole day but a nice walk along the river with a coffee in hand. There is people wading in the river. Tubing. That was surprising to me. I guess it's the presence of large rocks/boulders. I'm surprised to see young children in the river. I also saw people fishing. read more

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Beautiful downtown Reno, clean, artsy, great dining & entertainment options, friendly folks!

Enjoyed every min of it. So peaceful. Came in a Sunday and it was free parking. Just grab some coffee before hand. I didn't see any nearby coffee shops and it was cold read more

When I read that the Truckee Riverwalk was one of the top attractions in Reno, I kept thinking "What's the big deal about a river walk?" Now that I've been there, I understand why. This really is a neat place. There are walking trails on both sides of the river, and many bridges to cross from one side to the other. The trails near downtown and the restaurants are mostly open, but other parts are shady and tree lined. There are many spots where you can walk right down on to the rocks, and or actually go in the river. The water was always flowing. People were jogging, walking their dogs, or just hanging out. The whole experience was very relaxing. This is a must place to go if you visit Reno. read more

A Great place for a walk at most times of the year. I just finally made it down here to check on the river since all of the huge storms we've had this year. It looks like they have already cleaned up quite a bit of the flood debris from the riverbanks but you can still see that the water was very high. read more

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Not too much was open when I was there and it was a little too cold to stroll much on the riverwalk. There was some art, too which was cute

When staying in Reno, the Truckee River Walk is one of the main attractions. I thought the river iteself was lovely, but did not see much going on along the walk. No vendors, but there was a couple asking for money. Some type of event was going on on the other side of the river, but it looked a little lackluster. Something with a stage and booths set up, and it prevented us from being able to cross the bridge in that section, even though we didn't see many attendees. We did enjoy going to the water's edge to watch the ducks, but not a whole lot to do other than that. read more

This is a classic place for my wife and I to take the kids too. Always enjoy the riverwalk. The people are always so nice and say hello and strike great conversations. The statues, restaraunts and overall scenery is really awesome. Complete breath of fresh air every time we go on this walk! read more

Over the last few years the City of Reno did an excellent job of building this area up. There are many excellent restaurants, pubs and shops in the area. There is something for everyone. Parking is easy as they have a large multistory parking garage near by. At night this area really gets crowed with the young people as the bar hop and party in the area. If going there at night to eat make a reservation. read more

Been doing the river since I was 13, 21 years ago. Much has change downtown and more or less for the better. Homelessness still prevalent on the river but they don't bother anyone. It would be nice to see some officer patrol the river because there has been abundance of drug users, which suck because I don't want my family inhaling the same thing. Otherwise, it's fairly kept clean and it's beautiful, especially this year with the return of the snow water. read more

I asked the locals what they like the do and they recommended Truckie River. I took my kids to the part where the kids and kayakers hang out at. Make sure to take a good inter-tube with you. Be careful though because there is a side with a very strong current make sure not to let your little one to on that side. Ask the locals which side to stay away from they will tell you. Other than that my teenagers loved it!! read more

I have to say that I really enjoyed the Riverwalk. I know almost everybody just comes to Reno to gamble, but if gambling isn't your thing you might really enjoy the Riverwalk. It's a nice beautiful walk along the Truckee River with flower baskets hanging over bridges that cross. I went on a Saturday night and there was two musical performances. They had a jazz performance in the park and there was also an amazing drum circle down the river a lil further. On the day I went it was in the high 90s so I decided to walk down the rocks and get my feet and legs wet in the river. It was totally relaxing and you could see that the locals agreed with me because everyone was out there with their lawn chairs and kids were playing and swimming in the river. It was a totally awesome environment. This place is a great area to do some people watching, get a bite to eat, maybe do some drinking, listen to music, and check out some local artwork. Towards the end of my walk I came across a skatepark. There was a really cool killer whale sculpture. It was just cool to hang out there for a while and watch all the skaters perform their tricks. This part of Reno really improved my opinion on the city. I'm definitely a fan of the Riverwalk and I will be visiting it the next time I come out here. It sure beat the hell out of hanging out in a stuffy smokey Casino. PS.... The River Walk is a great place to take a date haha lol read more

Beautiful walk. However, there's a lot of homeless in the area. I saw a bunch taking a bath in the river. It smells in some areas like you walked into a bathroom where all the toilets were clogged. I see a bunch of families having picnics while their kids played in the river. Even if the place looks pretty, it doesn't mean it's clean. I wouldn't let my kids step into that water. People love to take their dogs for walks here. Wish they would pick up their dogs mess. Even if I enjoyed the walk, I felt dirty there and wanted to hurry up and shower when I got home. read more

Beautiful river and good restaurants to eat. Not a fan of downtown Reno but this is a must see. You can just sit there for hours and enjoy the beauty of it all! read more