Davis Creek Park
Washoe Valley, Nevada
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In a dense forest of Jeffrey Pines, 20 miles south of Reno just off the U.S. 395 is Davis Creek Park, where portions of the 'Bonanza' TV-movie 'Bonanza: Under Attack' was filmed at in 1995. The campground and picnic area offers outstanding views of Washoe Lake and Slide Mountain as well as many recreational facilites. Individual sites surround a small scenic pond upon which no motorized boats are allowed. During the coldest months of the year, the pond freezes and makes a great ice skating area which is free to the public. Nature trails are marked for a self-guided hike among the flora and
fauna. Group hikes may be arranged to explore the surrounding Davis Creek
environs by calling the Ranger. High desert flora and fauna and tree-dotted foothills
surround you on all sides. The park has 63 overnight campgrounds. Although there are no
hook-ups, longer travel trailers can be accommodated at 19 sites. Group
camping and picnic facilities are available by reservation; contact the
park ranger for details. An equestrian trailhead provides access to the
nearby Toiyabe National Forest. Portions of the 1995 television movie sequel 'Bonanza: Under Attack'
were filmed here of that year. Directions:
Star Route 1, P.O. Box 736 Carson City, Nevada 89704 Park ranger: (702) 849-0684 Home | Locations | Opening Scenes | Forum | Cast Bios | Episode Guide | Links Photographs and content copyright ©2002 RM & Bonanza: Scenery of the Ponderosa, |