Truckee
5. East Reno/Sparks (Vista Blvd) to Pyramid Lake
| Difficulty | I-II(III) |
| Length | 58.4 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Gauge | Truckee Rv Nr Nixon, Nv |
| Flow Rate as of 21 minutes | 373 cfsrunnable |
| Reach Info Last Updated | September 2, 2003 |
River Description
Data from Hendrick Van Oss, US Minerals Management Service
Mileage is approximate, as are lat/longitude coords.
Many shorter runs possible.
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Trip Reports
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F. Felix
Aug 1, 2023
There are many issues with this stretch: access is limited along long stretches of canyon thanks to the railroad right-of-way; and the Piute Tribe controls the lower river reaches on the reservation for their Lahontan Cutthrout Trout hatchery and spawning beds. Also, the Derby Dam lies along the way.
Be sure to scout heavily and check current restrictions and access before thinking you’ll just float down and onto the Lake!