Trail closures at Spooner Lake State Park Backcountry for Marlette Dam repairs

Nevada State Parks

The Nevada Division of State Parks has announced trail closures in the Spooner Lake State Park backcountry due to critical repairs on the Marlette Dam through 2026, according to a press release.

Download the map of the trail closures. 

As part of this essential infrastructure project, Marlette Lake will be drained and closed to all visitors for the duration of the repairs. Trails leading to and surrounding the area will be closed to the public, including:

  • North Canyon Road
  • Marlette Lake Trail
  • Marlette Creek Trail
  • Hobart Road from Laxalt Junction to Marlette Lake
  • Marlette Dam Trail
  • Marlette Flume Trail South from the Rock Slide (see map)
  • Marlette Lake Road
  • Snow Valley Peak Road
  • North Canyon Campground
  • Hobbie Leonard Cabin

Additionally, existing closures remain in effect for the following trails due to gas line repairs:

  • Franktown Creek Road
  • Snapdragon Trail
  • Hanna’s Cabin Trail
  • Pipeline Road
  • Red House Flume Road
  • Lakeview Road

While construction is underway, the Tahoe Rim Trail and Capital to Tahoe Trail will remain open, as well as Hobart Reservoir and Ash Canyon Road.

Visitors are reminded that using closed trails and entering construction zones is strictly prohibited. Access for emergency personnel will remain open throughout the project.

For questions, contact Spooner Lake State Park at 775-749-5980.