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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
Several parks make popular starting points for the river float and provide parking and easy access to the river.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
Throughout Reno, the Truckee River is generally flat and easy to float.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
The banks of the river make easy stopping points for regrouping, topping off beverages, or just basking in the hot sun for a little while.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
Although the river cuts right through the heart of Reno, the city feels pretty distant aside from a few signs of development.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
There are a few small rapids that like to splash cold river water across floaters and occasionally pop tubes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
For the most part, things are slow-moving and serene.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/25/2018
Floating the Truckee River!