Wildlife
Washoe County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Playas, alkali flats, and managed marsh in Lemmon Valley ~14 miles north of Reno—an Audubon Important Bird Area with 150+ recorded species (waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, burrowing owls). Boardwalk and short trails offer suburban-accessible desert wetland birding on the Pacific Flyway.
| Region | Washoe County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 39.6512, -119.8557 |
| Status | Washoe County park / IBA |
| Species | 150+ birds recorded |
| Access | Boardwalk / short trails; day-use |
| Nearby | Lemmon Valley; Stead |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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