Northern Nevada / Reno urban core
Reno · Washoe County
Community type: An RV park or resort that welcomes tiny homes on wheels and park models on long-term or seasonal sites.
River West Resort is Reno's only Truckee Riverfront RV park—formerly Chism Trailer Park—offering permanent and long-term full-hookup sites one mile from downtown alongside eleven designer gem cottages for nightly stays. The park mixes park models, THOW-friendly RV rows, and hospitality rentals in an urban riverfront setting.
Site requirements
Park specs & operating terms
Park requirements and operating rules for tiny homes and small cottages at this community. Prefabricated.co profiles are kept current; confirm any detail flagged below with the park before you apply.
Quick-glance park specs
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Infrastructure | Full hookups with complimentary Wi-Fi and cable. |
| Waste & Sewer System | City sewer and water on permanent RV rows. |
| Build Certifications | Rigs must be 10 years old or newer; THOWs accepted as RV-class units—confirm ANSI certification. |
| Pet Constraints | Pet-friendly walking paths along the Truckee River. |
Financials & leasing terms
Monthly benchmarks and lease terms—rates and inclusions change, so confirm current pricing before you apply.
Lot rent & monthly fees
Permanent lots from ~
$995/mo
+ electric billed separately (2026 operator rate sheet).
Permanent lots from ~$995/mo + electric billed separately .
Turn-key & purchase benchmarks
Benchmark
$35
/adult background and eviction check
Utility inclusions
Water, sewer, trash, and PO Box mail service included on permanent tier.
Lease mechanics
/adult background and eviction check; 12-month minimum on permanent lots—call office for seasonal availability.
Home specifications & placement rules
Dimensional thresholds
~124 RV sites with back-in, pull-through, and riverfront positions.
Aesthetic controls & covenants
Urban riverfront park—well-maintained rigs and skirting expected for permanent rows.
Sustainability & permaculture allowances
If you are planning gardens, composting, or solar, confirm what is allowed under park rules—not just municipal code.
Alternative waste systems
City sewer hookups on developed pads.
Off-grid adaptations
Grid-tied electric; solar subject to park approval.
Site edibles & gardens
Riverfront setting—container gardens on pads; shared barbecue areas.
Media & site documentation
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Confirm with the community
Confirm with the community
Planning land you own in Washoe County?
River West is a pad-lease RV/cottage resort—not the same as owning a Washoe County parcel with a permitted backyard ADU under Reno's ADU ordinance.
Pads & tenancy snapshot
~124 full-hookup back-in and pull-through RV sites with riverfront walking paths, 24/7 laundry, and complimentary Wi-Fi/cable. Eleven furnished gem cottages (Tanzanite, Pearl, Ruby, etc.) for short-term designer tiny-home stays.
Permanent lots from ~$995/mo + electric (2026 rate sheet). Rigs must be 10 years old or newer; $35/adult background check. Gem cottages operate as nightly vacation rentals (Airbnb-style)—confirm whether any cottage units convert to long-term leases.
How you can live here
Key amenities
Amenities reflect what this community offers today. Pet rules, pools, docks, and similar features can change—confirm current policies with the community before you apply.
- Waterfront / marina
- Pet-friendly
- RV-style hookups
- Laundry
Stewardship disclosures
Urban RV park—THOWs classified as RVs under Nevada law. Long-term residency on RV pads is the primary moveable-dwelling pathway here; Reno's foundation ADU ordinance applies separately to private residential lots. Background and eviction checks required for permanent residents.
Operators update rules frequently. Confirm recorded covenants, county zoning, HOA restrictions, occupancy rules, and insurance requirements for your home type before you move.