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Trail · Stateline, Nevada
Lam Watah and Rabe Meadow Trail
Flat trail through a protected meadow beside the state line, with panels about the Washoe people who camped there, ending at the lake shore at Nevada Beach.
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About Lam Watah and Rabe Meadow Trail
The Lam Watah trail crosses Rabe Meadow, a wet meadow cut by Burke Creek just north of Stateline’s hotels. The name comes from a Washoe expression meaning something like a permanent pestle by the creek: for centuries the Washoe camped in the area in summer to fish and gather berries.
The land was once slated for a casino, but it was bought by The Nature Conservancy and donated to the U.S. Forest Service, which has managed it since the 1980s. Boardwalks cross the marshy sections, and panels explain the site’s history and meadow life.
The path is almost entirely flat and ends at Nevada Beach, after a stretch of pine forest. The round trip is just over 3 km, and a paved spur allows the route to be done as a loop.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About an hour round trip, plus time at the beach.
Best time
Early summer, when the meadow is green and in bloom. Late afternoon light is nicer on the approach to the lake.
How to get there
The entrance is at the Kahle Drive parking lot, by US-50, about 1 km from the state-line hotels. The parking lot is small; the US-50 bike path runs alongside.
Tip
Stay on the boardwalks and marked paths: the meadow is a protected area. Black bears are in the region; do not leave food in plain sight.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Lam Watah and Rabe Meadow Trail
What does Lam Watah mean?
It’s a expression of the Washoe people that refers to a permanent stone mortar beside the creek, recalling the indigenous camp that used to be in the meadow.
Is the Lam Watah trail suitable for children?
Yes. It’s short, mostly flat, and ends at a beach.
Where does the Lam Watah trail start?
At the Kahle Drive parking area, next to US-50, near the hotels in Stateline.