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Sierra Canyon Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Running trail in Carson City, Nevada · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
66 mi
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Sierra Canyon Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

66 miOpen 24hScenicDog-friendlyHilly

Hiking and mountain biking trails are available at this scenic area.

What runners say about Sierra Canyon Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (39 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“It is a well maintained trail, great for bikes and walking, no motorized vehicles great views spend the day it is nice”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Beautiful views, mixed trail use so be aware frequent mountain bikers and People with off leash dogs, its just how it is so be respectful in passing.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Relatively easy hike with beautiful view of Carson Valley.”

Right from the beginning of the trail you feel like you're in the mountains. Just a short trek up to breathtaking views of the valley. The hike can be steep in places so make sure you wear appropriate footwear and bring water.

★★★★★ — Myrriah , Jul 2019

It’s a good gradual incline. Trees for shade and a beautiful little creek to cool off. I’ve gone with kids ages 5-10 and they enjoy it also. You can’t take your dog as well. Not a lot of parking but we park at a distance and walk to it. Love this hike!

★★★★★ — Sarah , Jun 2021

Views views views. Very pretty hike. Lots of switch backs. Dog friendly.

★★★★★ — Ines , Mar 2022

Hiked the Sierra Canyon and Genoa Falls Loop yesterday and it’s an amazing trail. There are many beautiful flowers and small butterflies during this time of the year and no snow nor mud. There’s a bunch of small river crossings and one crossing where the water is a little too high.

★★★★★ — Jennifer , Jun 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 39 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 21 mentions

“Beautiful views, mixed trail use so be aware frequent mountain bikers and People with off leash dogs, its just how it is so be respectful in passing.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 11 mentions

“The hike can be steep in places so make sure you wear appropriate footwear and bring water.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“Beautiful views, mixed trail use so be aware frequent mountain bikers and People with off leash dogs, its just how it is so be respectful in passing.”

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🏃 Long-run distance (5mi+)

“5 miles and is a series of switchbacks with about 1,000+ feet of elevation gain.”

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Plan your run at Sierra Canyon Trailhead

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • Distance66 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitecarsonvalleytrails.org
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Sierra Canyon Trailhead

Sierra Cyn Trl, Carson City, NV 89705

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.