Deadman's Creek with Washoe Lake and Carson Range in late Winter
Deadman's Creek with Washoe Lake and Carson Range

The Carson Range west of Franktown seen in early March, 2019, from the Deadman's Creek Trail southeast of Washoe Lake

Deadman's Creek Trail in Washoe Lake State Park in northwest Nevada follows its eponymic creek uphill with access to a gazebo and other locations in the Virginia Range. The exposed gazebo is a great place to overlook Washoe Lake and the Carson Range above the western shore of the shallow lake. As the picture shows, for views you don't need to climb up to the gazebo vista point. Once you have come out of the riparian willows and bushes of the lower canyon just turn around and enjoy spectacular views. On a winter day you may find yourself in a completely snow-free sagebrush terrain—yet, will face a white Carson Range with snow falling alongside its rim and snow blankets in the foothills reflecting sunshine.
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