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When people think of Nevada they are most likely to imagine Las Vegas however Northern Nevada is so much more. There’s something for everyone in Northern Nevada whether you are into nature, outdoor adventure, beaches along the shores of alpine lakes, ghost towns of the Old West and cowboy poetry, skiing and anything you can imagine.
Depending on the season you can pack your car with your skis, snowboard, mountain bike, hiking boots or kayaks and get ready to explore.
Carson City
Carson City Once you hit the Interstate, change direction and head south to Carson City, the state capital. Stop in for a coffee at the funky little Comma Coffee and you might catch the Mile High Jazz Band, an art opening, or a poetry reading. Check their schedule on your way into town for current offerings. Farther south on 385, in Genoa, you’ll find the 162-year-old Genoa Bar, where you’ll be greeted by a sign that asks you to kindly leave your horse outside. A short trip from Genoa brings you to Gardnerville for Basque fare at J.T. Basque. Carson Valley, and Northern Nevada in general, first saw Basque immigrants arrive in the mid-1800s, and they’re closely tied to sheep herding in the region. Aspen trees in the nearby hills still hold traces of Basque settlers’ arborglyphs (engravings).
Virginia City
Virginia City
had its heyday in the 19th century when a mining bonanza turned it into the most important industrial center between Denver and San Francisco. From Carson City, take Highway 50 past the brothels, including the infamous BunnyRanch. The winding Highway 342 passes Old Western towns, such as Silver City and Gold Hill, where the Gold Hill Hotel with its potbelly stove and dollar-bill-covered saloon is worth a stop. There’s also the V&T Railroad which runs the scenic route between Virginia City and Carson City. Virginia City is a town full of Old West stories: tales of old silver mines, gambling debts, and prostitution. Today, you can visit the famed Suicide Table in the Delta Saloon, which purportedly claimed three of its unlucky owners, or visit the eclectic Prostitution Museum. In addition to its wooden boardwalks, candy shops, and gem and antique emporiums, Virginia City holds some of the most interesting festivals in the country, including the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and the International Camel Races. In the summer months, you can catch a staged gun fight in front of the Bucket of Blood Saloon. St. Mary’s Art Center is also worth a visit. The latter, formerly a hospital (rumor has it that it’s haunted), now houses art shows, writing retreats, and artists’ residencies. Depending on the time of day, you might find a herd of wild horses grazing on their front lawn. Before leaving town, order a meal at the Café Del Rio, featuring homemade upscale Mexican food and the best margaritas in the Comstock.
Minden
Centrally located just 15 minutes south of Nevada’s state capital and bordering the truly one-of-a-kind Lake Tahoe with all its summer and winter activities, Douglas County is recognized as the gem of Northern Nevada – a hidden jewel. On Nevada’s western border, framed by the Carson Range of the Sierra Nevada and Pine Nut Mountains, Douglas County unfolds. Here you can still find miles of open space, expansive ranches and farms, many historical sites and displays, along with a wealth of outdoor recreation activities.
Lake Tahoe
The Nevada side of Lake Tahoe has some of the most scenic beaches on the shore. Pack your paddle-boards and kayaks (or rent them there) and head to Sand Harbor State Park. Stay into the evening for August’s Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival — you’ll sit on the sand and under the stars, the lake lapping behind the stage, making this one of the most beautiful Shakespeare venues in the world.
Reno
Many travelers associate Reno with its casinos, and certainly if you’re looking for gambling and nightlife, you’ll find it here. But the “Biggest Little City” is so much more. Wander along the riverwalk to watch kayakers play in the pools and eddies. The MidTown District has been revitalized with eateries, bars, recycled clothing shops, and art galleries. Art aficionados, visit Stremmel Gallery and the nearby Nevada Museum of Art, which has an impressive collection, including art of the greater West, as well as local favorites such as Sierra landscape painter Phyllis Shafer. And don’t miss a meal at Campo, a cute little café on the river known for its farm-to-fork fare, or a browse through the independent Sundance Books.