Recreation

There will be comfortable abundance of bike trails, walking paths and parks soon to be alive with laughter. Arts and culture are woven into the scene. There’s a recreation center for gatherings, meetings and a game of pick-up hoops. And ever-present are encounters with the land as it has always been out here. Nearly over 100 acres are set aside as open space, so pleasant pauses are never far from work or home.

Linear Park Trail

A multi-use trail is to be located within the Linear Park. The trail implements the City of Sparks Trails Plan by providing a continuous connection from the Lazy 5 Regional Park at the north end of the project to the southwestern boundary of the project. The trail will provide a myriad of recreational opportunities.

Area Recreation

In Reno, snow, grass, water and dirt combine to create one of America's most abundant natural playgrounds. Local residents joke that there are few places in the world where you can start the morning with double black diamond ski runs and end the day on the 18th green. Dubbed America's Adventure Place, Reno's sunny days far outweigh the cloudy ones, giving outdoor enthusiasts endless chances to enjoy everything the landscape has to offer.

With this endless array of activity, it is no surprise that the region has been receiving kudos in the national media for its livability. A 2004 book by Bert Sperling and Peter Sander, "Cities Ranked & Rated," picks Reno as the ninth-best place to live in the United States, based on rankings of 331 metropolitan areas. The ratings are based on 10 categories but give the most significance to three specific areas: climate, cost of living and quality of life.

"Reno is an exceptional place to live," says former world speed skiing champion Franz Weber, a native of Austria who began living and training in the Reno area in the mid-1980s. "It's a great place to raise a family and the outdoor possibilities are endless. You can be biking one day and skiing the next. People who visit for the first time are usually very surprised at how beautiful the outdoors are here."

With plenty of challenging terrain, both wet and dry, it's clear why Reno is considered America's Adventure Place. Sunny weather, friendly locals, time-honored competitions and truly the greatest natural playground around, make Reno the perfect choice for whichever outdoor adventure you choose.

Snow

With 14 stunning alpine and cross-country ski resorts at the tip of your fingers, Reno’s snow possibilities will not disappoint. Beginners, ski-bunnies and diehards alike will find ample opportunities to challenge the mountains. In addition, Lake Tahoe also offers numerous popular professional competitions. From the Vans Triple Crown of Snowboarding to the Great Ski Race, snow enthusiasts never lack inspiration.

Grass

As the snow melts, golfers begin the quest for the perfect green. With 40 golf courses within 90 minutes of Reno, a great game is never far. Reno’s various courses offer terrain ranging from rocky sagebrush to towering pines, ensuring a satisfying round for everyone.

Professionals and celebrities agree. In July, celebrities such as John Elway and Donald Trump flock to Edgewood Golf Course in Lake Tahoe for the Annual Tahoe Celebrity Golf Championship. The professionals follow in August as they gather for the ever-growing Reno-Tahoe Open at Montreux Golf and Country Club.

Water

For those who prefer to make a splash, the Downtown Reno Whitewater Park is just the place. Completed in 2003, the park covers 2,600 feet in length, offers a variety of Class 2 and 3 rapids and features a competitive slalom course and 11 drop pools. Each May, the Reno River Festival brings in professional kayakers from all over the country for world-class competition – plus all of the food and live music you can soak in.

The tamer waters of Lake Tahoe have been drawing a crowd for generations and once you catch a glimpse of its crystal clear water against a backdrop of rugged mountains and blue sky, you will understand why. Whether you prefer swimming, wakeboarding, jet skiing or lounging, you will find it here.

Dirt

Around here, dirt, rocks and altitude give land rats an endless supply of places to roam. Although there are some easier hikes with big payoffs, professional opinions agree that the challenges hidden in these hills are not for the faint of heart. The Nissan XTERRA USA Challenge and seven separate Big Blue Adventure Race events will be held in Reno and Lake Tahoe this year. Yes, that’s right, the extreme athletes of the Big Blue Adventure Race need seven separate tries to really experience these mountains. Imagine the possibilities that they hold for you.