Peavine Peak, Reno Nevada

Looking for some outside exercise and enjoyment? Look no further. There are miles and miles of beauty in Reno Nevada especially if you know where to look. Take Peavine Peak for instance, understated from the looks it is at an elevation of 8,300 feet and was once mined for gold and quartz. If you are an outdoorsy person, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans suggest you take a trip up to Peavine Peak.

About

Named for the wild pea vines found on the northeast side of the mountain by early prospectors, Peavine Peak is the highest point on Peavine mountain. Only three and a half miles from the California border, it is one of the most dominate geographical features in the Reno area. Boasting a variety of habitats including mountain mahogany’s, manzanita, other low-growing sub-alpine vegetation, and hills covered with sagebrush, Peavine Peak stands northwest of Reno Nevada and offers awe inspiring views of Truckee Meadows and the northern valleys. A popular birding route runs nearly seven miles up the mountain beginning at the junction of North Virginia Street and the unsigned access road. Many areas can be birded on foot, while other branch-off roads require high-clearance vehicles. The willows along the creek on Common Poorwill road offer good riparian birding and common sightings of the Common Poorwill during sunset.

At various areas throughout your way up the mountain (northern, eastern, and southern slopes) you can see the:

• Great Horned owl
• Barn owl
• Northern Saw-whet owl
• Long-eared owl
• Western Screech owl
• Northern Pygmy owl
• Common Poorwill
• Empidonax flycatchers
• Broad-tailed Hummingbird

About Your Reno Dentists

Dr. William Wager, Dr. Brian Evans, and our highly experienced team at Wager Evans Dental are devoted to our patients and their families, and dedicated to providing first-rate dental care in a comfortable, inviting environment. Located in Reno, we proudly welcome residents from Spanish Springs, Sparks, Incline Village, Dayton, Fernley, and all surrounding communities. To schedule a consultation or your next dental appointment, visit our office, or contact us today by calling (775) 800-4845.

About The Author

Dr. Brian Evans

Dr. Brian Evans, the current owner of Wager Evans Dental, initially worked as a CPA before transitioning to dentistry to make a greater impact on people's lives. He joined his father-in-law to expand a three-decade-long legacy in the northern Nevada community, eventually taking over the practice. Dr. Evans prioritizes a comfortable environment for his patients and stays at the forefront of dental technology and medical techniques through continuous education and advanced training, focusing on oral and systemic health.

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