Also be sure to dress warmly since you'll be skating outside at 8,200 feet in elevation. From Reno, head west on I-80 about 30 miles to Truckee and then south for about 13 miles on Calif. 89. Reservations are required 12 hours in advance. Spanish Springs Rd. Unfortunately, however, the skaters miss the lovely views at this first-class planned community since the rink is inside the Special Events Promenade adjacent to Red Hawk Golf Club.
Hours vary from day to day so call first.
To reach Wingfield Springs from Sparks take I-80 east, exit at Vista Boulevard and travel north for about 7 miles where you'll see signs directing you to Wingfield Springs. It's the only way to get around in a few spots in the world, but in Hope Valley, just 30 minutes from South Shore Lake Tahoe, riding in a dog sled is a winter experience that's uniquely entertaining. You can drive through this beautiful valley and you can cross-country ski and snowshoe in it. But skimming across the snow, bundled in blankets behind eight highly trained dogs, offers a different perspective altogether. The sled can accommodate up to 375 pounds.