Sam Nauman/for the nevada AppealThe pink flowers are desert peach, a local bloom that covers large sections of Deadman's Trail this time of year. Lots of phlox are in bloom right now, particularly up by the gazebo.

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On the Trail with Sam Bauman: Dead Man's Creek trail offers easy hike, views of Washoe Valley

• By ncs-import
• May 13, 2010