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Dogs in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region
131 of 159 places verified here allow dogs in at least some areas (82%).
Areas
- Lake Tahoe (shared)
The whole basin, both states: the beaches, state parks and campgrounds around the lake. California and Nevada rules differ at the line. 60 verified places; cities: Incline Village, Kings Beach, South Lake Tahoe, Tahoe City.
Cities with their own page: Carson City (35) · Gardnerville (6) · Reno (47) · Sparks (11)
Counties (county rules apply in unincorporated areas): Washoe County (93) · Carson City (34) · Douglas County (28) · Lyon County (4)
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Questions answered for this region: Which beaches allow dogs in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region? (4) · Which parks allow dogs in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region? (92) · Where can dogs run off leash in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region? (39) · Which hotels allow dogs in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region? (4) · Which campgrounds and RV parks allow dogs in the Reno, Carson City and Nevada's Lake Tahoe region? (8)
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Big parks and beaches
Parkland and shoreline outside any city in this region.
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballardini Ranch Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Bartley Ranch Regional Park and Anderson Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Browns Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Clear Creek/Jacks Valley Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash at the trailhead. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Davis Creek Regional Park Trails and Ophir Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Douglas County Fairgrounds | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash of 10 feet or less, held by an able-bodied person. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| East Keystone Canyon Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Galena Creek Trailhead at Callahan Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Galena Creek Visitor Center | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash within 1 mile of all trailheads and in all day-use areas. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Huffaker Hills Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Johnson Lane Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Jones/Whites Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Kahle Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Lampe Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Lockwood Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Mt. Rose Welcome Plaza | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash at the trailhead. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| North Valleys Regional Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Rancho San Rafael Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Ranchos Aspen Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Stodick Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Thomas Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Topaz Lake Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash of 10 feet or less, held by an able-bodied person. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Topaz Ranch Estates Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Whites Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Zephyr Cove Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Zephyr Shoals | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
Hotels and lodging
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motel 6, Carson City* | Carson City | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | |
| Border House Hotel | Crystal Bay | No | No. Pets are not allowed. | October 31, 2026 | |||
| Best Western Topaz Lake Inn* | Gardnerville | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Aiden by Best Western* | Reno | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Extended Stay America, Reno* | Reno | Yes | Yes, under the Extended Stay America brand policy: up to 2 pets per room, more with approval; no longer than 36 inches and no taller than 36 inches; up to $25 per pet per night. | Up to $25 per pet per night | Up to 2; more with approval | October 26, 2026 | |
| Motel 6, Reno* | Reno | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | |
| Peppermill Resort Spa Casino | Reno | No | No. ADA service animals are welcome. Emotional support animals are treated as pets. | November 1, 2026 | |||
| Best Western Plus Sparks-Reno Hotel* | Sparks | Varies by location | Depends on the hotel: Best Western lets each hotel decide. Where pets are accepted: up to 2 pets per room; up to 80 lb each; up to $40 per room per night. | Up to $40 per room per night | Up to 80 lb per pet | Up to 2 | October 26, 2026 |
| Motel 6 Sparks, NV - Airport - Sparks* | Sparks | Yes | Yes, under the Motel 6 brand policy: up to 2 pets per room; no pet fee. | No pet fee | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | |
| Edgewood Tahoe Resort | Stateline | No | No. Service animals as the ADA defines them are accommodated. | November 1, 2026 |
* Brand policy: the chain's published rules, not yet confirmed by this hotel.
Campgrounds and RV parks
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Pet fee | Weight limit | Pets | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek Campground | Yes | Yes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | October 28, 2026 | ||||
| Mt. Rose Campground | Yes | Yes: on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | October 28, 2026 | ||||
| Nevada Beach Campground and Day Use Pavilion | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Leashed dogs are allowed in the campground, but not in the picnic areas or on the beach. | October 28, 2026 | ||||
| Zephyr Cove Resort | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet; up to 2 pets per site; $20 per night. Dogs are not allowed in the Airstreams, the Zephyr Cove Lodge, at the marina and beach, or on Lake Tahoe cruise boats. Never leave a dog tied up alone or unattended. | $20 per night | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | ||
| Carson RV Resort | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: on leash; up to 2 pets per site. No pets in the laundry rooms, restrooms, other shared spaces or the pool area. No aggressive dogs. | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 | ||
| Silver City RV Resort | Minden | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet. No pets in the park's buildings, playground, pond or pool areas. | October 28, 2026 | |||
| RV Park at Grand Sierra Resort | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Walk dogs only in the park's pet areas. | October 28, 2026 | |||
| Sparks Marina RV Park | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions: up to 2 pets per site. No Rottweilers, Dobermans or Pit Bulls. | Up to 2 | October 28, 2026 |
Beaches
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Beach | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | October 28, 2026 | |
| Nevada Beach | No | No. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or in the picnic areas. Leashed pets are allowed in the campground. | Dogs are not allowed on the beach or in the picnic areas. Le | October 28, 2026 | |
| Zephyr Cove Beach | No | No. The beach at Zephyr Cove Resort is a designated swimming beach, and dogs are not allowed. | The beach at Zephyr Cove Resort is a designated swimming bea | October 28, 2026 | |
| Zephyr Shoals | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | October 28, 2026 | |
| Sand Harbor, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park | Incline Village | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are allowed only in the off-season, October 15 to April 15. No pets from April 15 to October 15. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Ski Beach (Incline Village) | Incline Village | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs only after the beaches close for the season (typically October 15 through April 15), only on Ski Beach west of the boat ramp, and only with an owner who has beach access. | Dogs only after the beaches close for the season (typically | October 31, 2026 |
Parks
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cave Rock, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are not allowed on the sandy area of the beach. | Required | October 28, 2026 | |
| Douglas County Fairgrounds | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash of 10 feet or less, held by an able-bodied person. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Galena Creek Visitor Center | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash within 1 mile of all trailheads and in all day-use areas. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Johnson Lane Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Kahle Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Lampe Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Mt. Rose Welcome Plaza | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash at the trailhead. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Ranchos Aspen Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Spooner Lake, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are not allowed on the groomed cross-country ski trails. | Required | October 28, 2026 | |
| Stodick Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Topaz Lake Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash of 10 feet or less, held by an able-bodied person. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Topaz Ranch Estates Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Van Sickle Bi-State Park, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash of not more than six feet. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Zephyr Cove Park | No | No. Dogs are not allowed. | November 1, 2026 | ||
| Ambrose Carson River Natural Area | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Buzzy's Ranch | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed, and are not allowed in the ranch pasture. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Carriage Square Park | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| Carson River Canyon Open Space | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Carson River Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Fuji Park Dog Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Fulstone Wetlands | Carson City | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Golden Eagle Open Space | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Governor's Field | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| JohnD Winters Centennial Park | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| Lakeview Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Lone Mountain Cemetery | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| Long Ranch Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Mayor's Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Mexican Dam Open Space | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Moffat Open Space | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Morgan Mill Preserve and Open Space | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Pete Livermore Sports Complex | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| PH Casey Preserve | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Prison Hill Recreation Area | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Riverview Park | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash in Riverview Park, but must be leashed at the Riverview Park trailhead and in the Korean War Veterans Memorial Park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Silver Saddle Ranch | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash except in the ranch pastures and the Red House building, where dogs are not allowed. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Sonoma Park Dog Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Steinheimer Park | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Washoe Lake State Park | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may not enter the wetland area except during the waterfowl hunting seasons set by the Nevada Department of Wildlife. | Off leash allowed | October 28, 2026 |
| Dayton State Park | Dayton | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Arbor Gardens Park | Gardnerville | No | No. The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that allows dogs. | The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that al | October 28, 2026 |
| Gardner Park | Gardnerville | No | No. The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that allows dogs. | The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that al | October 28, 2026 |
| Heritage Park | Gardnerville | No | No. The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that allows dogs. | The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that al | October 28, 2026 |
| K-9 Korral Dog Park | Gardnerville | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | October 28, 2026 |
| Mountain View Nature Park | Gardnerville | No | No. The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that allows dogs. | The K-9 Korral is the only Town of Gardnerville park that al | October 28, 2026 |
| Mormon Station State Historic Park | Genoa | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are not allowed during special events. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Gerlach Water Tower Park | Gerlach | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Village Green Dog Park (Incline Village) | Incline Village | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Lemmon Valley Park | Lemmon Valley | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Bowers Mansion Regional Park | New Washoe City | No | No. Service animals only. | Service animals only. | November 1, 2026 |
| New Washoe City Park | New Washoe City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Wilson Commons Park | New Washoe City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Ambrose Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Anderson Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Arrowcreek Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may use the trail but must be kept on a leash. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Bailey Creek Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Bartley Ranch Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Betsy Caughlin Donnelly Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Biggest Little Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Cold Springs Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Cyan Park Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Davis Creek Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Dorostkar Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Ellen's Park (South Hills Park) | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Forest Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Galena Creek Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Golden Valley Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Hidden Valley Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are on leash except inside the fenced Link Piazzo Dog Park. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Lemmon Valley Horseman's Arena | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Link Piazzo Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | October 28, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Mayberry Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Mogul Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| North Valleys Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are on leash except in the soccer field used for off-leash dog use at set times (November through February, 8 a.m. to sunset daily; March through October, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday). | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| North Valleys Regional Park Off-Leash Field | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Off leash on the fully fenced soccer field at the end of Silver Lake Road: November through February, 8 a.m. to sunset every day; March through October, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays only. | Off leash allowed at certain times or seasons | October 28, 2026 |
| Phillip & Annie Callahan Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed for the entirety of the Galena Creek Trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Pleasant Valley Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Rancho San Rafael Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are on leash everywhere except the multi-use pasture, the only off-leash area. Animals are not allowed in the Wilbur D. May Arboretum. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Rancho San Rafael Regional Park Multi-Use Pasture | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may run off leash only in the multi-use pasture on the park's west side. It is a working pasture, flood irrigated April through October, so expect mud and uneven ground, and its fencing will not keep dogs in. | Off leash allowed | October 28, 2026 |
| Rivermount Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Saddlehorn Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Sierra Rock Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Silver Knolls Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Somersett West Park Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| South Valleys Regional Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are on leash except in the soccer field used for off-leash dog use at set times (November through February, 8 a.m. to sunset daily; March through October, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday). | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| South Valleys Regional Park Off-Leash Field | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Off leash on the partly fenced lower soccer field between the library and the playground: November through February, 8 a.m. to sunset every day; March through October, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays only. | Off leash allowed at certain times or seasons | October 28, 2026 |
| Swan Lake Nature Study Area | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Thomas Creek Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Village Center Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Virginia Foothills Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Virginia Lake Park Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Whitaker Park Dog Park | Reno | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Whites Creek Park | Reno | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Wilbur D. May Arboretum and Botanical Garden | Reno | No | No. The arboretum is inside Rancho San Rafael Regional Park; dogs on leash are allowed in the rest of that park. | The arboretum is inside Rancho San Rafael Regional Park; dog | November 1, 2026 |
| Fort Churchill State Historic Park | Silver Springs | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Lahontan State Recreation Area | Silver Springs | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
| Eagle Canyon Park | Spanish Springs | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Battle Born Off-Leash Area | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Off leash every day from 8 a.m. until 30 minutes before the park closes. | Off leash allowed | October 28, 2026 |
| Black Hills Dog Park | Sparks | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Desert Winds Park | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Gator Swamp Park | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Lazy 5 Regional Park | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs are on leash except in the Battle Born Off-Leash Area, which is not fully fenced. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Lockwood Park | Sparks | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Sparks Marina Park Dog Park | Sparks | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Wedekind Regional Park Off-Leash Area | Sparks | Yes | Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. | Off leash allowed | November 1, 2026 |
| Sun Valley Regional Park | Sun Valley | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Crystal Peak Park | Verdi | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Riverbend Park | Verdi | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Verdi School Park | Verdi | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 |
| Walker River State Recreation Area | Yerington | Yes | Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
Trails
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballardini Ranch Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Bartley Ranch Regional Park and Anderson Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Browns Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Clear Creek/Jacks Valley Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash at the trailhead. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Davis Creek Regional Park Trails and Ophir Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| East Keystone Canyon Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Galena Creek Trailhead at Callahan Park | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Huffaker Hills Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Jones/Whites Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Lockwood Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| North Valleys Regional Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Rancho San Rafael Park Trails | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under immediate control at all times. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Thomas Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Whites Creek Trailhead | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs must be leashed at the trailhead and for the first mile of the trail. | Required | November 1, 2026 | |
| Ash Canyon Trails | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Kings Canyon Trails | Carson City | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs may be off leash on the Ash-to-Kings Trail, Capital to Tahoe Trail, Kings Canyon Road, Lincoln Bypass Trail and Upper Waterfall Loop. Dogs are not allowed on the Waterfall Trail or the North Kings Loop. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Mexican Ditch Trail | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| North Kings Loop | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| Secret Trail and Hobart Road | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| V&T Trail | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
| Waterfall Trail | Carson City | No | No. Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | Dogs are not allowed here; service animals are exempt. | October 28, 2026 |
| Wildhorse and Pale Rider Trails | Carson City | Yes | Yes. Dogs may be off leash under voice control. | Off leash allowed under voice control | October 28, 2026 |
Rest areas
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadsworth Rest Area (westbound I-80) | Yes | Yes, on leash. | Required | October 28, 2026 |
Places to eat and drink
| Place | Town | Dogs | Answer | Leash | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alibi Ale Works Incline Public House | Incline Village | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Leashed dogs only, in the Beer Forest and on the lower patio; not indoors. | Required | October 31, 2026 |
| Crosby's Kitchen & Cocktails | Incline Village | Yes, with restrictions | Yes, with restrictions. Dogs on the patio, which is usually open from May until November; the page does not say whether a leash is required. | Dogs on the patio, which is usually open from May until Nove | October 31, 2026 |