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Northern Nevada Activities For All Ages
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items Here are my Northern Nevada Favorites, from outdoor outings to the best food you can find. I include a wide net of Northern Nevada. If you have a suggestion, please comment! Please note a few of the links provided are affiliate links. I may recieve a...
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Other Food & Drinks
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
There's a train ride for little kids!
Carson Farmers Market
Easy hiking, level ground, picnic tables and river view
Carson River Park
Entrance near Davis Observatory has parking and easy, paved trailhead
Carson City Trail System
Beautiful building of the State Capitol, surrounded by large trees, paved walking paths and at winter time, decorated with lights and holiday decor. Great walking path for those that need level ground and places to sit.
Nevada Capitol Building - Visit Carson City
Lovely architecture. Easy, paved walking paths with greenery, places to sit and memorials to honor. Ideal for those who wish to walk level ground and take breaks. Parking nearby.
Supreme Court of Nevada
Excellent park for little and big kids, with benches and usually geese nearby. Parking available.
Ross Gold Park
A 20 minute scenic drive in Carson valley, part of the Auto Tour. Drivers can stop and take pictures of the scenery.
Carson Valley Scenic Drive Road Trip - AAA
Annual event in Genoa, NV to see specialty wares, gifts, and artisan crafts.
Genoa Candy Dance - Town of Genoa, Nevada
Annual event celebrating classic cars, with car owners traveling from countrywide to display their beloved automobiles.
Hot August Nights
Carson City Wine Walk, once a month event on the first Satuday. Buy tickets online, recieve your official wine glass.
Carson City Wine Walk | Ccdba
This is an ideal day trip. While the drive itself takes about four hours, daytrippers can stop for shopping, pictures at scenic points, and enjoy excellent food.
Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour - AAA
Burning man is a week long celebration of art, music and human expression. Check the website for full details.
Burning Man
This is three days of a free, hot air balloon race in September. Loads of fun!
Great Reno Balloon Race
A charming walk surrounded by natural beauty supporting a nonprofit organization.
Wilbur D. May Arboretum & Botanical Garden - Washoe County
Outdoor hot springs at David Wally's hotel in Genoa, NV, day passes available for non-hotel guests.
Walleys Hot Springs
A small, walkable downtown region in Genoa, NV, with a few cute shops and excellent views of the Sierras. Walk does not take long, and picnic tables available for eating outside.
Genoa
Cute little park with access to bathrooms, picnic tables and a small walking track.
North Sunridge Park - Indian Hills General Improvement District
Scenic Riverwalk in downtown Reno, NV.
Riverwalk District
Third Saturday of every month, enjoy the Reno Wine Walk in the Riverwalk District.
Wine Walk - Reno - The Riverwalk District
Restaurants
This is five stars guaranteed Thai and American Diner food. The food has a great spicy kick, and they have a menu section of east-west fusion. Super tasty. Highly recommend. They are closed from 2-4 daily, but otherwise, get there early for counter s...
Tee Jay's Corner Cafe
Excellent Mexican food and polite service. They have fun drinks and do seasonal rotation. Food has a mild kick, but they can make it spicier to taste.
Juan's Mexican Grill & Cantina
Yes it is in the hospital. Yes it is REALLY GOOD FOOD. Affordable over most restaurants and good variety. Recommend the Eggs Benedict, and usually there is a seasonal variation of this.
Sage Cafe
True Chicago Pizza that you can find in Nevada. The owner sources ingredients from the Midwest, and the deep dish is well-made, not soggy.
Chicago Mike's Pizza
They have a wide variety of ice cream flavors, as well as food and fruit waters. When the cucumber sorbet is in season, it is really good!
Michoacan A Pedir De Boca - Carson City ... - Yelp
Was recently revamped and the menu has improved on items already that were available. In the summer, the neighboring courtyard has live music and water sprinklers for kids.
The Fox Brewery & Pub
Tasty deli sandwiches with a small specialty grocery selection. Has a cafeteria feel, but very welcoming.
Minden Meat and Deli
Best fine dining and view of Lake Tahoe restaurant. Lunch menu is more affordable and get lovely daytime views, usually not as crowded to get a seat by the window. Vegetarian menu on request.
Lone Eagle Grille
Solid homestyle meals with breakfast options. Food isn't overly greasy and is extremly tasty. Prices are good for the portions too.
Katie's Country Kitchen
Surprising gem in Minden/Gardnerville! The sushi was worth the all you can eat price. They also had a robot delivery for the food, and a small play are for younger children filled with toys.
Sakura Sushi & Poke
The food was spectacular here!
Roxy – Reno Steakhouse & Seafood | Eldorado Reno At THE ROW
Yogurt Beach is my favorite at this food court.
Food Court | Circus Circus Reno
Other Food & Drinks
This is combination of a small specialty grocery store, ready made food, cafe and cooking classes. Highly recommend the cannoli.
Sierra Chef
A carson city favorite for local beer, brewing on site, tasting available and can bring your own food to eat. Picnic tables outside.
Shoe Tree Brewing Co.
Great Boba! Found them at the farmers market. Decent prices.
BobaBabes
Very tasty Brazilian sweet treats. Especially love the pistschio.
Cami Brazilian Specialty Treats - Carson Farmers Market
Looking for a wine tasting? Two casinos from The Row, Silver Legacy and El Dorado, have wine tastings on Wednesdays.
Wine Wednesdays at THE ROW Reno NV
Arts & Entertainment
Affordable day pass for the spa, with the ability to leave to see the casino and eat, and come back.
Spa Atlantis | Massages, Pedicures, & Facials in Reno, NV
Lovely spa. Day pass available to relax and enjoy spa ambience.
Peppermill Resort Spa Casino
Most affordable day pass spa with access to decent food. However, spa is smaller than Atlantis and Peppermill.
Spa at Grand Sierra Resort
Hot springs with both community access pools and private pools.
Carson Hot Springs
Affordable entry ticket, with the levels to explore. There's also a fun gift shop and the food at the Cafe is tasty. Lots of seating.
Nevada Museum of Art
Reno gets some big names for entertainment. GSR is a popular concert venue, check out their latest schedule for music and entertainment shoes.
Live Concerts and Shows in Reno NV | Grand Sierra Resort
Silver Legacy often hosts comedians, concerts, fighting tournaments, and other entertaining shows.
Shows at THE ROW - Reno NV
Local Favorites
Nevada Day is a celebration of statehood. Every year at the end of October, a parade is held in Carson City.
Nevada Day - Nevada Day
The Reno Arch is a must see icon. Get your picture while you're in front of it.
Reno Arch | Reno Landmark History | Biggest Little City