reno tahoe usa - getaway planner 2011

V I S I T R E N O T A H O E . C O M

g e t a w a y

p l a n n e r

PublishedbyHD96Publishing;Design:KimberMooreDesign

Coverphotos:Artown,JustinBailie W E ’ V E A LWAYS B E E N A L I T T L E D I F F E R E N T. A L I T T L E W I L D E R . A L I T T L E WO O L L I E R .

AND ABOUT AS FAR AS YOU CAN GET FROM EXPECTED.SEE, IT’S OUR BELIEF THAT SOMEWHERE BETWEEN THE ENDLESS STRIP MALLS

AND THE SOY-HALF-CAF-NO-WHIP LATTES,

THE WORLD HAS LOST ITS WAY.AND IT’S ABOUT TIME SOMEONE PUT THINGS RIGHT.IT’S TIME SOMEONE STOOD UP FOR ALL THAT’S UNIQUE, AND OFFBEAT, AND TRUE.

FOR THE LAST FEW THINGS THE SUITS HAVEN’T

COMMERCIALIZED, HOMOGENIZED, OR

sucked all the fun out of.THIS IS RENO TAHOE U.S.A.

THE HOME OF BOARDERS AND BURNERS, BALLOON RACERS, AND BURGERS AS BIG AS YOUR HEAD.

A PLACE WHERE PARTIES DON’T REQUIRE PLANNERS.

WHERE REAL FRIENDS TRUMP FACEBOOK FRIENDS.

AND THE LINE BETWEEN “GET THE CAMERA” AND

“GET THE STRAIGHTJACKET”WILL ALWAYS BE A LITTLE BLURRY.AS LONG AS PEOPLE YEARN FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT, WE’LL BE HERE.

CHASING THE ELUSIVE 7-10 SPLIT. WHISPERING ENCOURAGEMENT TO OUR RACING CAMELS.

AND SERVING AS A CONSTANT REMINDER THAT LIFE IS SHORT,

LAUGHTER IS CONTAGIOUS AND FUN ALWAYS FINDS A WAY.

MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, IT FINDS ITS WAY HERE.

t a b l e o fc o n t e n t s

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Entertainment/Nightlife . . . . . 10

Arts & Culture . . . 14

Outdoors . . . . . . . 16

Dining . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Shopping . . . . . . . 30

Excursions . . . . . . 32

Lodging . . . . . . . . . 38

Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Getting Here . . . 46

Corey Rich

Ron Niebrugge/w

ildnatureimages.c

om

Corey Rich/Auro

ra

r e n o t a h o e G e t a w a y P l a n n e r

v i s i t r e n o t a h o e . c o m 3

We have this wild, crazy notion about the concept of a “getaway”—it should actually feel like, you know,

you’re getting away. Far from the same old, same old…stress, crowds, traffic. Far from what your typical

getaway destinations offer. Far from expected.

That’s just what you’ll find in Reno Tahoe USA.

After all, where else can you hit the ski slopes in the morning, the fairways in the afternoon, and

the craps table at night? Where else can you hear the rumble of a big block V8 and feel the tingle of a

pomegranate poinsettia martini at the same time?

That’s what is so great about this place. There is something for everyone, whether you’re into hot

stone massages, stand-up paddleboards, or screaming P51 Mustang planes.

For starters, Reno Tahoe USA is home to some of the most incredible scenery anywhere. From

crystal clear lakes to sun-dappled rivers to snow-capped mountains, you’ll experience Mother

Nature’s finest work here.

There are so many ways to explore the scenery, too. You can choose from 18 world-class ski and

board resorts with 168 total lifts and some 40 feet of annual snowfall. If golf is your thing, there are

over 50 acclaimed courses within a 90-minute drive of Reno. And let’s not forget about the round-

the-clock excitement of the resorts, big-name entertainment, year-round events, and great dining from

all-you-can-eat buffets to all-you-can-imagine gourmet feasts.

So, dig in and check out a real getaway…Reno Tahoe USA.

you don’t have to go far to getFar from expected.

meet our official s t at e an ima l .And, coincidentally, your tour guide.“Yep, in the true spirit of Reno Tahoe USA, we knew you wouldn’t want just any guide—stuffy,

formal and way too uptight. That’s why I’m here instead. In case you’re wondering, I’m a desert

bighorn sheep, as rugged, noble and unique as they come. Kinda like the region itself.”

“Be sure to look for my handsome mug throughout these pages. See, I’m filled with insider

tips on all the ‘sheep’ thrills that can be found throughout the region. Trust me, I’m a local.

I know what I’m talking about.”

Let’s face it. Every destination claims to have special events. Here in Reno Tahoe USA, events fall more

into the category of extraordinary. Take the spring and summer season, where visitors are treated to

an eye-popping, taste bud-tantalizing, hair-raising event practically every week. The rest of the year

brings you even more events that celebrate the snow, the sun, and pretty much everything in between.

Speaking of celebrations, nobody knows how to throw a party like Reno Tahoe USA. There are

parades down the streets of Reno, Sparks, Virginia City and Lake Tahoe that range from the Street

Vibrations motorcycle rally to Hot August Nights, the West Coast’s largest classic car event.

People also really like to compete around here. From racing camels to hot air balloons, airplanes

to outhouses, paddle-wheelers to bicycles, you’re sure to find someone or something to cheer on.

Plus, there’s always an appetite for food competitions here, including the Best in the West Nugget Rib

Cook-off and the more obscure Mountain Oyster Festival.

So bring your camera and leave your expectations in the hotel room because Reno Tahoe USA’s

next big event is your next getaway.

do yourself a favorAnd just mark off your entire calendar.


4 V I S I T R E N O T A H O E . C O M

RSCVA

TomZikas.com

JANUARYWinter, Wine and All That JazzMARCHSnowFestWinterFestSt. Patrick’s Day CelebrationAPRILReno Aces AAA Baseball season beginsReno Jazz FestivalMAYThe Reno Film FestivalNevada Wide Open

Marathon De MayoCinco de Mayo CelebrationReno River FestivalArts in BloomPembrooke Renaissance FaireKit Carson Trail Wild West TourJUNEStreet Vibrations Spring RallyNorthstar-at-Tahoe Tour de NezWooden Boat Week and

Concours d’EleganceSparks Hometowne Farmers’

Market opensReno-Tahoe OdysseyReno RodeoPony Express Re-RideJULYArtownFourth of July Star Spangled SparksPGA TOUR’s Reno-Tahoe OpenTahoe Arts FestivalLake Tahoe Shakespeare FestivalLake Tahoe Music FestivalWWA MasterCraft Pro Wakeboard TourGreat Basin Chautauqua Festival

AUGUSTSilver Dollar Car ClassicHot August NightsReno Gay PrideNevada State FairBurning ManSEPTEMBERBest in the West Nugget Rib Cook-offCowboy Poetry and Music GatheringGreat Reno Balloon RaceVirginia City International Camel RacesNational Championship Air RacesStreet VibrationsGenoa Candy DanceWolfpack UNR Football beginsOCTOBEREldorado Great Italian FestivalReno Celtic CelebrationKit Carson Trail Ghost WalkVirginia City World Championship

Outhouse RacesTahoe/Reno Int’l Film FestivalNevada Day CelebrationNOVEMBERReno Bighorns NBA D-League

season beginsNorth Tahoe Jazz CelebrationDECEMBERSparks Hometowne ChristmasSilver and Snowflake Festival of LightsVictorian Home TourNevada Chamber Music Festival

special events

This is a sampling of the many events thatare held in the region throughout the year.For a complete list, go to VisitRenoTahoe.com.

sheep thrills.Get to the ski slopes,dummy. Dummy Downhill“Witness pure lunacy at one of our mostunusual and fun events—the DummyDownhill. Both Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe andDiamond Peak have one annually, as livecontestants build their best dummy andrace it down the slopes for fabulous prizes(okay, for bragging rights). You haven’tlived until you’ve seen a dinosaur, R2D2and giant pizza screaming downhill.”

RSCVA

Chance Vought/renosto

ck.com

Entertainment comes in all shapes, sizes and breeds. Reno Tahoe USA knows this. That’s why, on any

given week, you can find stuff to tickle your brain that ranges from comedians to crooners, from Shake-

speare to show dogs, from daredevils to divas.

If you love concerts, you’ll love Reno Tahoe USA. No matter when or where you’re staying, odds are

there’s a great show getting ready to crank the volume up to eleven. Start with the state-of-the-art

7,000-seat Reno Events Center. Check out any of the premier showrooms that can be found in most

of the major resorts. Or venture beyond the resorts to great venues like the Knitting Factory, Robert Z.

Hawkins Amphitheater at Bartley Ranch, or the Wingfield Park Amphitheatre. Catch free shows

throughout the summer at Rollin’ on the River in downtown Reno or the weekly Sparks Farmers’

Market on Victorian Avenue.

If you prefer to make your own entertainment, why not hit the town? Wine and martini bars,

ultralounges, breweries, karaoke joints, and just plain dives are all packing ‘em in. Dance your way into

The Edge nightclub inside the Peppermill Hotel Casino and make waves at The Beach, a poolside

nightclub at Grand Sierra Resort. Catch live music all summer long at the Sands Regency Casino Hotel’s

Rockin’ Friday Night Pool Parties. Or take part in a monthly themed pub crawl that lets you sample

several bars in a single evening while dressed as your favorite zombie, superhero, vampire or Santa.

entertainment for therock star, thespian, high roller,virtuoso and joker in all of us.



RSCVA

There’s plenty of unique entertainment to be found, too, like the free circus shows at Circus Circus,

Reno, including JR Johns and his show dogs, not to mention the Circus Midway, home to favorites like

Chicken in a Pot, skee ball, and more. Or maybe you’d prefer a more laid-back form of entertainment.

In that case, warm yourself by the lakeview fire pits at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe as you sip on a

Hot Buttered Rum and break out their legendary s’mores kit...Can you say “yum?”

And let’s not forget about the 24-hour gaming action. After all, what’s more entertaining than

raking in a Himalayan-size stack of chips? If you’re a sports betting fan, head to Peppermill Reno for

their high-definition Race & Sports Book theater with over 100 screens. Maybe you’d prefer to channel

your inner Sammy, Dino and Frankie at the Cal Neva Resort in Crystal Bay, a favorite haunt of the

Rat Pack back in the day. Or if you really want to get your heart racing, find a seat at Zone 21 inside

Harrah’s Reno for hot hands, hotter music and the hottest blackjack dealers around. Slots, video poker,

keno, bingo, roulette, blackjack, craps…if you can bet on it, you can bet on it being in Reno Tahoe USA.

Jeff Dow

RSCVA

sheep thrills.Root, root, root for the home team. Reno Aces Baseball Club,Reno Bighorns Basketball, University of Nevada Athletics“Hey, it may be AAA baseball, but the Reno Aces Baseball Club is big league fun with an all-new stadium

and great seats for a steal. Plus, it’s walking distance from downtown Reno, right in the middle of the

hip-and-happenin’ Freight House District with sweet ballpark views from the comfort of your own

barstool. Or if you’re visiting during hoops season, stop by the Reno Events Center to catch some NBA

Development League action with the Reno Bighorns. You can even catch a University of Nevada football

or basketball game to see some serious hometown talent—and serious competition, too!”

RSCVA

When you think of cultural meccas, Reno Tahoe USA may not be the first destination that springs to

mind. Well, that’s a shame because this little corner of the Earth has experienced an arts and culture

boom over the last few years.

The Riverwalk Arts District in downtown Reno is home to a thriving collection of artistic

communities, shops, galleries, theaters and social gatherings. You can ponder plenty at the Sierra

Arts Gallery in the historic Riverside Hotel, or take a short stroll to the Nevada Museum of Art,

designed by internationally renowned architect Will Bruder. Here you’ll find a rooftop sculpture

garden and world-class touring exhibitions with names like Picasso, Warhol, Morrison, Raphael,

Butterfield, Rembrandt, Hockney, Whistler, Starck, Parrish, Rodin, Monet, Adams, and more.

Musically, the region enjoys the talents brought to the stage by the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra,

the Nevada Opera, and the Reno Chamber Orchestra. Or if the play’s the thing, head up to Sand

Harbor for the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival. Encircled by the immense beauty of Tahoe’s deep

blue waters and nestled in a white sand amphitheater, the Festival pairs nicely with gourmet food

and nightly wine tastings.

Oh, and don’t forget the coolest party on the planet—Burning Man. Once a year, over 50,000

participants gather to be part of an experimental community—Black Rock City—in Nevada’s Black Rock

Desert just north of Reno for the Burning Man Project—an annual event dedicated to art and self-

expression that culminates with the “burning of the man,” a 40+-foot wood, metal and neon sculpture,

on the desert playa. You have to see it to believe it.

So, come on. You can admit it. Let’s say it together: “I’m going to Reno Tahoe USA to experience a

lively arts and culture scene.” See, that wasn’t so hard, was it?

still in denial about gettingyour cultural fix here?

Methinks thou doth protest too much.



“One day of the art scene not enough for you? Then make the pilgrimage to Reno Tahoe in July when

Artown comes to life. Here you can dip your brush into the arts scene for a whole month with a

community-wide celebration of the visual and performing arts—and most of the events are free! Don’t miss

festival faves like the Soul World Music Series, Movies in the Park, or the Discover the Arts Children’s

Series. Can’t make it here in July? Not to worry. Artown has big name events throughout the year, too,

like Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers. Go on, paint the town red…or vermillion…or chartreuse.”

sheep thrills.A stroke of pure genius. Artown

Kimber Moore

Midori Goto/UNR PAS

Sourdough Slim

Artown

You know those idyllic postcards you see in the souvenir shops…the ones that are so jaw-droppingly

beautiful that you think to yourself, “There’s no way that shot is real.” Guess what? It’s real, all right,

and you can find it every day right here in Reno Tahoe USA.

Whatever your perspective—the peak of a hiking trail, the shore of an alpine lake, or the lofty perch

of a mountain gondola—you’ll find yourself smack-dab in the middle of your own private postcard.

Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada, Reno Tahoe USA is the ultimate base camp for a full

spectrum of outdoor exploration, from easygoing family fun to white knuckle thrills.

Lake Tahoe boasts the largest concentration of ski resorts in all of North America, plus an après-ski

tradition as legendary as the slopes themselves. However you want to tackle the snow—by ski, board,

snowshoe, snowmobile, sleigh or tube—Reno Tahoe USA has the perfect terrain to do it.

Choose from marquee resorts like Squaw Valley USA, Northstar-at-Tahoe™ or Heavenly Mountain

Resort for world-class skiing, shopping, dining and, well, everything. Test your skill, not to mention nerve,

great outdoors?Try ginormously amazing outdoors.



Corey Rich

TomZikas.com

Larry ProsorSkier Jeremy Benson, photo by Jonathan Selkowitz/Alpine Meadows

RSCVA

Wild Island

Kimber Moore

Scott Sady

at local favorite Mt. Rose-Ski Tahoe, which features some of the steepest, double black-diamond

lift-served terrain on the continent just 25 minutes from downtown. Or check out Alpine Meadows

Resort’s Olympic-caliber superpipe and hundreds of man-made terrain features.

If you prefer the springtime to beckon you from hibernation, Reno Tahoe USA has the perfect

wake-up call, with warm weather activities that range from hot-air balloon rides at Lake Tahoe to

outdoor decks overlooking the Truckee River for downing gourmet burgers, sampling locally crafted

beer, and soaking up the sun.

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, the region offers plenty of opportunities to grab your golf

clubs and take advantage of the thin mountain air for what may be the longest drives and best game

of your life. With championship courses to suit every budget and a wide range of terrain—from high

desert beauty to storybook forests—you’re just a chip shot away from an unforgettable day on the links.

Summer here can’t be beat, thanks to hundreds of hiking trails and a virtually endless array of

outdoor activities. Pack a summit picnic and climb to the top of 10,776-foot Mount Rose, which

commands sweeping views of the entire region. Saddle up for a leisurely trail ride or gallop among

wild mustangs in the Virginia Range. Rent a mountain bike or bring your own and take on The Flume

Trail, arguably the most famous bike ride on this or any other planet.

And if you’re looking for a change of scenery, autumn is the most stunning time of year to visit.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic escape like a Lake Tahoe sunset dinner cruise or prefer the thrill of

the catch like fishing the Truckee for browns, brookies, rainbows and cutthroat, your postcard-perfect

getaway is standing by.


v i s i t r e n o t a h o e . c o m 19

sheep thrills.Water you waiting for? Wild Island Family Adventure Park,Truckee River Rafting and Tubing“Beat the heat at the region’s only water park, complete with hair-raising slides, a wave pool, mini-golf,

go-karts, bowling and tons more. Watch the action at the downtown Whitewater Park, home to 11 pools for

kayak play and a kayak racing course. Or laze away a summer afternoon drifting down the Truckee River

from its lake outflow at Tahoe City to the River Ranch Lodge. It’s some six miles of Class I and II rapids

downstream…pretty mild stuff, so it’s fun and relaxing for the whole family. Bighorn sheep included.”

SKI, BOARD, CROSS-COUNTRY RESORTS/SNOWMOBILE TOURS

Ability: B=Beginner/I=Intermediate/E=Expert

RESORTS CITY, STATE PHONE WEB SITE Mi. from Terrain Elevation/ Ability (%) Trails Alpine Snow- Cross-See #s on Locator Maps on page 45 & 46 R-T (lifts/trails/ Vertical B/I/E (km) mobile Country

Airport acres) Drop (ft.)Alpine Meadows (1) Tahoe City, CA (530)583-4232 skialpine.com 45 14/100+/ 8,637/ 25/40/35 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Adaptive Ski School (800)441-4423 2,400 1,802Boreal Mountain Resort (2) Soda Springs, CA (530)426-3666 rideboreal.com 45 8/41/ 7,700/ 30/55/15 — Y N N

Description: Night skiing, Tubing, Sledding 480 500Camp Richardson Cross-Country (3) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (530)542-6584 camprichardson.com 62 — — — 15 N N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Lodge, Snowshoeing (800)544-1801Diamond Peak (4) Incline Village, NV (775)832-1177 diamondpeak.com 32 6/30/ 8,540/ 18/46/36 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Child Ski and Snowboard School 655 1,840Donner Ski Ranch (5) Norden, CA (530)426-3635 donnerskiranch.com 47 8/52/ 7,781/ 25/50/25 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals 505 750Eagle Ridge Snowmobile, Inc. (6) Truckee, CA (530)546-8667 tahoesnowmobiling.com 42 — — — — N Y N

Description: Snowmobile ToursGranlibakken (7) Tahoe City, CA (530)583-4242 granlibakken.com 50 2/3/ 6,500 40/60/0 — Y N Y

Description: Rentals, Sledding, Access to Cross-Country (800)543-3221 74 10Heavenly Mountain Resort (8) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (800)Heavenly skiheavenly.com 58 30/94/ 10,067/ 20/45/35 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Village 4,800 3,500/Homewood Mountain Resort (9) Homewood, CA (530)525-2992 skihomewood.com 60 8/60/ 7,880/ 15/50/35 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals 1,260 1,650Hope Valley Cross-Country (10) Hope Valley, CA (530)694-2203 hopevalleyoutdoors.com 63 — 7,000 — 145 N N Y

Description: Lessons and Rentals. No Trail Fees, Donations EncouragedKirkwood Mountain Resort (11) Kirkwood, CA (877)KIRKWOOD kirkwood.com 80 14/65+/ 9,800/ 15/50/35 80 Y N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Village, Snowshoeing (209)258-6000 2,300 2,000Lake Tahoe Adventures (12) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (530)577-2940 laketahoeadventures.com 64 — — — — N Y N

Description: Snowmobile Tours (800)865-4679Lake Tahoe Snowmobile Tours (13) Tahoe City, CA (530)546-4280 snowmobilingunlimited.com 36 — — — — N Y N

Description: Snowmobile ToursMt. Rose-Ski Tahoe (14) Reno, NV (775)849-0704 skirose.com 22 8/60+/ 9,700/ 20/30/50 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals (800)SKI-ROSE 1,200+ 1,800Northstar-at-Tahoe™ (15) Truckee, CA (800)GO-NORTH NorthstarAtTahoe.com 40 18/93/ 8,610/ 13/62/25 40 Y N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Village (530)562-1010 3,000 2,280Royal Gorge Cross-Country (16) Soda Springs, CA (530)426-3871 royalgorge.com 45 4/300 km/ — — 330 N N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Trailside Cafés, (800)500-3871 9,000 acSnowshoe, Telemark

Sierra-at-Tahoe® Resort (17) Twin Bridges, CA (530)659-7453 SierraAtTahoe.com 74 13/46/ 8,852/ 25/50/25 — Y N NDescription: Lessons, Rentals, Freestyle & Backcountry Terrain 2,000 2,212

Soda Springs (18) Soda Springs, CA (530)426-3901 skisodasprings.com 48 4/15/ 7,325/ 30/50/20 — Y N NDescription: Lessons, Rentals, Tubing, Mini Snowmobiling 200 625 650

RESORTS CITY, STATE PHONE WEB SITE Mi. from Terrain Elevation/ Ability (%) Trails Alpine Snow- Cross-See #s on Locator Maps on page 45 & 46 R-T (lifts/trails/ Vertical B/I/E (km) mobile Country

Airport acres) Drop (ft.)Spooner Lake (19) Glenbrook, NV (775)749-5349 spoonerlake.com 45 — — — 80 N N Y

Description: Rentals, Snowshoe Trails, Wilderness CabinsSpooner Summit (20) — — — 45 — — — — N N N

Description: Snow Park, Tubing, SleddingSquaw Creek Nordic (21) Olympic Valley, CA (530)583-6300 squawcreek.com 45 — — — 18 N N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Snowshoeing (800)3-CREEK-3Squaw Valley USA (22) Olympic Valley, CA (530)583-6985 squaw.com 45 33/170+/ 9,050/ 25/45/30 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Tubing, Village (888)736-9740 4,000 2,850Sugar Bowl (23) Norden, CA (530)426-9000 sugarbowl.com 43 13/95/ 8,383/ 17/45/38 — Y N N

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Guided Backcountry Adventures 1,500 1,500Tahoe Cross-Country (24) Tahoe City, CA (530)583-5475 tahoexc.org 43 — — 65 N N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Dog Trails, SnowshoeingTahoe Donner (25) Truckee, CA (530)587-9444 tahoedonner.com 45 5/14/ 7,350/ 30/40/30 102 Y N Y

Description: Lessons, Rentals, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Night Skiing 120 600Zephyr Cove Resort (26) Zephyr Cove, NV (775)589-4908 zephyrcove.com 57 — — — — N Y N

Description: Snowmobile Tours

SKI, BOARD, CROSS-COUNTRY RESORTS/SNOWMOBILE TOURS

Ability: B=Beginner/I=Intermediate/E=Expert

RENO-SPARKS AREAGOLF COURSES CITY, STATE PHONE WEB SITE MI. FROM PAR YARDS RATE HOLES PRVT $$$

. R-T AIRPORT RANGE

ArrowCreek Country Club (27) Reno, NV (775)850-4653 golfarrowcreek.com 10 72 7,455 75 36 Both 35-75

Crystal Peak (28) Verdi, NV (775)345-1551 verdi.us/golf.html 8 36 3,274 71.2 9 No 22-30

D’Andrea Golf Club (29) Sparks, NV (775)331-6363 dandreagolf.com 9 71 6,849 71.7 18 No 59-69

Dayton Valley Golf Club (30) Dayton, NV (775)246-7888 daytonvalley.com 42 72 7,218 74 18 No 25-40

Eagle Valley Golf-East (31) Carson City, NV (775)887-2380 eaglevalleygolf.com 32 72 6,618 69.5 18 No 15-45

Eagle Valley Golf-West (32) Carson City, NV (775)887-2380 eaglevalleygolf.com 32 72 6,851 72 18 No 28-65

Empire Ranch Golf Course (33) Carson City, NV (775)885-2100 empireranchgolf.com 30 72 6,840 71.4 27 No 25-45

(888)227-1335

Fallon Golf Course (34) Fallon, NV (775)423-4616 fallongolfcourse.com 62 36 3,100 34.6 9 No 15-25

Golf Club at Fernley (35) Fernley, NV (775)835-6933 fernleygolfclub.com 41 72 6,516 69.9 18 No 25-40

Hidden Valley Country Club (36) Reno, NV (775)857-4742 hvccreno.com 7 72 7,302 73.7 18 Yes

LakeRidge Golf Course (37) Reno, NV (775)825-2200 lakeridgegolf.com 4 71 6,715 71.6 18 No 45-85

Links at Kiley Ranch (38) Sparks, NV (775)354-2100 wolfrungolfclub.com 5 27 1,391 55.9 9 No 10-15

Montrêux Golf and Country Club (39) Reno, NV (775)849-1090 montreuxgolf.com 14 72 7,472 75.3 18 Yes

Resort at Red Hawk Hills Course (40) Sparks, NV (775)626-6000 resortatredhawk.com 12 71 7,106 72.6 18 Yes

Resort at Red Hawk Lakes Course (41) Sparks, NV (775)626-6000 resortatredhawk.com 12 72 7,140 72.9 18 No 45-85

Rosewood Lakes Golf Course (42) Reno, NV (775)857-2892 rosewoodlakes.com 5 72 6,693 70.6 18 No 25-43

Sierra Sage Golf Course (43) Reno, NV (775)972-1564 sierrasagegolf.org 11 71 6,604 70.4 18 No 22-36

Silver Oak Golf Course (44) Carson City, NV (775)841-7000 silveroakgolf.com 27 71 6,500 70.6 18 No 25-60

Somersett Country Club (45) Reno, NV (775)787-1800 somersett.com 10 72 7,252 74.5 18 Yes

Sunridge Golf Club (46) Carson City, NV (775)267-4448 sunridgegolfclub.com 35 72 6,914 73.1 18 No 30-50

Thunder Canyon (47) Washoe Valley, NV (775)882-0882 thundercanyon.com 23 72 6,731 72.1 18 Yes

Washoe Golf Course (48) Reno, NV (775)828-6640 washoegolf.org 2 72 6,695 70.9 18 No 17-47

Wildcreek Golf Course (49) Sparks, NV (775)673-3100 visitrenotahoe.com/golf 5 72 6,923 72.5 27 No 33-69

Wolf Run Golf Course (50) Reno, NV (775)851-3301 wolfrungolfclub.com 8 72 7,100 73.1 18 No 45-75

GOLF COURSES See #s on Locator Maps on pages 45 & 46

LAKE TAHOE AREAGOLF COURSES CITY, STATE PHONE WEB SITE MI. FROM PAR YARDS RATE HOLES PRVT $$$

. R-T AIRPORT RANGE

Bijou Municipal Golf Course (51) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (530)542-6097 recreationintahoe.com 56 32 2,002 — 9 No 12-22

Carson Valley Golf Course (52) Gardnerville, NV (775)265-3181 carsonvalleygolf.com 48 71 6,000 68 18 No 20-46

Coyote Moon (53) Truckee, CA (530)587-0886 coyotemoongolf.com 39 72 7,177 73.7 18 No 95-145

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course (54) Stateline, NV (888)881-8659 edgewoodtahoe.com 52 72 7,555 75.5 18 No 110-240

Feather River Park (55) Blairsden, CA (530)836-2328 featherriverparkresort.com 63 35 2,533 9 No 24-26

Genoa Lakes Golf Lakes Course (56) Genoa, NV (866)795-2709 genoalakes.com 44 72 7,359 74.6 18 No 65-130

Genoa Lakes Golf Resort Course (57) Genoa, NV (866)795-2709 genoalakes.com 42 72 7,290 73.2 18 No 55-95

Glenbrook Golf Club (58) Glenbrook, NV (775)749-5201 — 46 71 5,610 66.2 9 Yes

Graeagle Meadows Golf Course (59) Graeagle, CA (530)836-2323 playgraeagle.com 63 72 6,725 71.2 18 No 35-85

Grizzly Ranch Club (60) Portola, CA (530)832-4200 grizzlyranch.com 48 72 7,411 75.6 18 Yes

Incline Village Championship Course (61) Incline Village, NV (775)832-1146 golfincline.com 32 72 7,106 74.1 18 No 99-179

Incline Village Mountain Course (62) Incline Village, NV (775)832-1150 golfincline.com 31 58 3,519 58 18 No 44-75

Lahontan Golf Club (63) Truckee, CA (530)550-2400 lahontan.com 38 72 7,354 75 27 Yes

Lake Tahoe Golf Course (64) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (530)577-0788 laketahoegc.com 62 71 6,741 70.6 18 No 29-84

Northstar-at-Tahoe (65) Truckee, CA (530)562-2490 northstarattahoe.com 42 72 6,781 72.4 18 No 20-80

Old Brockway Golf Course (66) Kings Beach, CA (530)546-9909 oldbrockway.com 46 36 3,400 67.6 9 No 30-70

Old Greenwood (67) Truckee, CA (530)550-7010 oldgreenwoodgolf.com 35 72 7,518 75.8 18 No 100-185

Plumas Pines Golf Resort (68) Graeagle, CA (530)836-1420 plumaspinesgolf.com 63 72 6,421 71.1 18 No 50-95

Ponderosa Golf Course (69) Truckee, CA (530)587-3501 — 36 36 3,018 35.9 9 No 23-52

Resort at Squaw Creek (70) Olympic Valley, CA (530)581-6637 squawcreek.com/golf.php 46 71 6,931 72.4 18 No 50-95(800)327-3353

Tahoe City Golf Course (71) Tahoe City, CA (530)583-1516 tahoecitygolf.com/home 50 33 2,750 65.2 9 No 40-75

Tahoe Donner Golf Course (72) Truckee, CA (530)587-9443 golftahoedonner.com 41 72 7,002 74.2 18 No 60-120

Tahoe Paradise Golf Course (73) S. Lake Tahoe, CA (530)577-2121 tahoeparadisegc.com 63 66 4,100 61.7 18 No 30-60

The Golf Club at Gray’s Crossing (74) Truckee, CA (530)550-5800 36 72 7,466 75.2 18 No 100-185

Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club (75) Clio, CA (530)836-0394 golfwhitehawk.com 61 71 6,927 72.6 18 No 55-125(800)332-4295

GOLF COURSESSee #s on Locator Maps on pages 45 & 46

So, you thought Reno Tahoe was just all-you-can-eat buffets? Think again. This is a feast for all your

senses. You’ll find gourmet steak houses, romantic bistros, authentic delis, and more sushi bars than

you can shake a chopstick at.

Treat yourself to a legendary Awful Awful burger at the Nugget Diner. Give Nicki’s Big Fat

Greek Omelette a try at the Squeeze In. Indulge in Grilled King Salmon at

the Lone Eagle Grille in the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. Feast on

the cracked pepper-crusted New York Steak topped with brandy

green peppercorn sauce at Harrah’s Steak House. Try the Tongue

Basquaise at Louis’ Basque Corner (trust us). Eat a chocolate

burger with mango fries at Bistro Napa inside Atlantis Casino

Resort Spa. Savor Chef George’s Benedict with chorizo patties and

chipotle hollandaise at Peg’s Glorified Ham & Eggs. “Ciao” down on

La Strada’s famous Mushroom Ravioli inside the Eldorado Hotel

Casino. Dine on Sterling’s Filet Mignon “Oscar Style” at Silver Legacy

Resort Casino. Raise a fork to the Bleu Cheese Crusted Top Sirloin

at Charlie Palmer Steak in Grand Sierra Resort. Snack on the fresh-

baked focaccia or Gorgonzola and mushroom polenta at La Famiglia.

Get the idea?

From hearty homestyle loving to exotic indulgence, enjoy

culinary creativity and flavorful fare at every stop. Talk about good

eats…well, between bites, of course.

the award-winning diningwould have you talking,If only you could stop eating.



RSCVA

sheep thrills.Raise a glass. Or mug. Or bowl. Liquid Libations

“With all that eating, you’re bound to work up a thirst. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got

way more than water at our watering holes. Wine lovers need to check out the Reno Riverwalk Wine Walk.

If martinis are your thing, you’ll find a whopping 102 to choose from at Roxy’s in the Eldorado Hotel Casino.

Or step out of your comfort zone and down a Picon Punch at Louis’ Basque Corner, a Flaming Kava Kava

at Rum Bullions in the Silver Legacy, or a famous Scorpion bowl at Trader Dicks in John Ascuaga’s Nugget.

I’ll drink to that!”

Grand Sierra Resort

Sterling’sAtlantis

When it comes to shopping, Reno Tahoe USA has it all—fun and funky, upscale and elegant, casual and

rugged. Whether you’re shopping for that ideal little black dress or that perfect duck hunting camo

hat, you’ll find it here.

If you’re looking to go big, there’s no better place than the 125,000-square-foot Cabela’s—the

World’s Foremost Outfitter store in Verdi just west of Reno next to Boomtown Hotel & Casino.

Hunters, campers, kayakers, hikers, anglers…they all become kids in a candy store here.

Or, for a different kind of sporting goods experience, make your way to The Legends at Sparks

Marina and step into Scheels—the World’s Largest All-Sports Store. At 295,000 square feet, it’s

guaranteed to satisfy your daily dose of “WOW.” While you’re at The Legends, be sure to stroll through

the plethora of upscale outlets.

For your next stop on the shopping tour, head to The Summit, an open-air center that houses over

70 premier shops, restaurants and salons. And don’t forget to stop by local favorite Meadowood Mall,

with over 100 shops and eateries.

Looking to get away from the mall scene? Then venture to the heart of Reno for one-of-a-kind

gems in the Downtown River District or on California Avenue, both hot spots for fashion, flavors

and fun.

In other words, your closet is about to get very cramped. Hey, don’t say we didn’t warn you.

tons of shops. millions of finds.Hope you packed an extra suitcase.



sheep thrills.One man’s trash is a bighorn sheep’s treasure.Antique and Vintage Shopping

“If you’re looking for cool retro finds, try Junkee Clothing Exchange. Stop by Labels for designer label

consignment shopping. And for antique treasures, furniture and collectables, check out Shanghai to

Paris, Somewhere in Time or the Virginia Street Antique Mall. Hey, sometimes the best stuff isn’t shiny

and new but a little rough around the edges. Sorta like me.”

The Legends

Beautiful Lake Tahoe

Ron Niebrugge/wildnatureimages.com

Larry ProsorTomZikas.com


V I S I T R E N O T A H O E . C O M 33

l = Kid-Friendly 5 = Relaxing Views

F= Historical Interest

Make-Your-Day Excursions

The Most Beautiful Drive in AmericaMark Twain called it “the Jewel of the Sierra” and many think of it as America’s most beautiful drive.

Here’s your chance to embark on a scenic journey around Lake Tahoe’s shoreline and find out why. At 22

miles long and 12 miles wide, Lake Tahoe is North America’s largest alpine lake. And the water is 99.99%

pure and 100% breathtaking.

You can begin your journey anywhere along the 72-mile loop, but you might want to start by heading

up the sweeping switchbacks of the Mt. Rose Highway (431) just past Mount Rose Summit on the way to

Incline Village for one of the best overlooks in the region. Go on. Bask in its beauty, but don’t linger too

long because that’s only one of many “pinch me” moments.

From there, follow Highway 28 around the north shore through low-key Kings Beach and Carnelian

Bay. In Tahoe City, stop off at nearby Fanny Bridge, so named for the rear ends of visitors leaning over the

rail to see monster trout finning below.

it’s like your typical vacation.If by typical you mean exploring petroglyphs

and hunting ghosts.

On the lake’s relatively unknown western shore, stopat Sugar Pine Point State Park and one of the most pristinetracts of forest. Sun-kissed treetops. Pebble-lined shores.The soft lap of Tahoe’s cool, clear water. This is whatvacation is all about.

As difficult as it may be to pry yourself away fromsuch beauty, there’s still more to behold. Keep cruising tothe southwest corner of the lake, and you’ll get toexperience the inspirational views of iconic Emerald Bay.While you’re here, take the guided tour of Vikingsholm—a 38-room Scandinavian-inspired beachside summermansion built in 1929. You’ll also definitely want to walkthe easy quarter-mile up Eagle Creek for an eye-poppingview of nearby Eagle Falls.

The euphoria tour continues in South Lake Tahoe andStateline, home to all sorts of shopping, dining and gaming

pleasures, as well as the aptly namedHeavenly Gondola—open winter andsummer—where you’ll be swept up tothe 9,000-foot level to the sprawlingobservation deck with picnic tables, acafé and one killer view.

Your drive ends with a stop-off athistoric Thunderbird Lodge on a secluded,rocky stretch of the eastern shore—you caneven explore the lodge with a guided tourduring the summer months—followed by ashort few miles back to the Mount RoseHighway, at which point you can finally giveyour camera-clicking finger a break. It will beexhausted.

Voyage to the PyramidPyramid Lake is one crazy-cool place.

Dissolved minerals in the water have formed the area’sfanciful rock formations, including the towering stonepyramid on the eastern shore, and give the lake a look thatcan only be described as “exotic.” It’s located 33 milesnortheast of Sparks via Nevada Route 445 (Pyramid Way).

Fall at Lake Tahoe

Eagle Falls

TomZikas.com

Ron Niebrugge

/wildnatureima

ges.com

Brian Ernst

Scenic Pyramid Lake

Michael J. Depraida

Michael J. DepraidaNCOT

Vikingsholm

All of Pyramid is within the reservation of the PyramidLake Paiute Tribe, which has been living along its shoresfor centuries. You can explore the tribe’s history andculture at the Pyramid Lake Museum & Visitor Center inNixon, at the south end of the lake. Pyramid is also aclassic spot for fishing and boating. And the west shore hasplenty of good swimming beaches, but to get to the bestone, take Highway 447 north from Nixon and watch for asigned left turn. A dirt road leads to a beach literally in theshadow of the pyramid itself. Perfect for that Zen momentyou’ve been craving. For more information, contact theVisitor Center at 775-574-1088.

Ghost TrailGhosts in Northern Nevada aren’t just of

the ghoulish campfire variety. Here, they tell stories of thepast. They’re colorful characters of the Comstock era, whengold and silver were king and Virginia City was the culturalcenter of the Western expansion. Whether it’s Lake Tahoe’ssmoky showrooms that hosted characters like FrankSinatra and Marilyn Monroe during the golden age ofcasinos or the pioneer families of rural settlements like

Genoa, the apparitionsthat appear to sometoday are a reminder ofour connection withdays gone by. SilverTerrace Cemeteries.Piper’s Opera House.

Gold Hill Hotel. Kit Carson Trail. Even the Governor’sMansion. Pack your sense of adventure…and prepare tomeet the other side. The Ghost Trail is a self-guided drivingtour with points of interest in Virginia City, Reno, LakeTahoe and Carson City. For more information or to viewthe guide online, visit ghosttrailnv.com.

Passion in the DesertIn 1927, with the rest of the country heading into

the Great Depression, Northern Nevada discovered otherindustries to carry it through the down times—industriesthat forged the area’s early character and still carry tracesof that past into the present day. Not always sociallyacceptable, but certainly lucrative, they were simpleindustries to develop. All the state had to do was legalizeactivities that were illegal everywhere else. Nevadaadopted what became known as “Sin Solutions” includingdivorce, gambling and prostitution. These industriesgroomed this region to become a major entertainmenthotspot, becoming the preferred hangout for Louis Prima,Jack Benny, all the Big Bands, Marilyn Monroe, and ofcourse, The Rat Pack. Relive Reno’s heyday from the1920s up to the 1960s. To learn more, go tovisitrenotahoe.com/heritage.

Boom or BustIn 1859 what may be the greatest mineral

strike in history was discovered in a mountain to the eastof the Sierra Nevada. By the following year, thousands of

people swarmed into the surrounding areaswhere filthy-rich deposits of gold and silver orelaid the foundation for the frontier metropolis ofVirginia City. People far and wide came in searchof fortune and livelihood here. Some prospered.Some perished. All helped shape a part of ourregion that is unlike any other. Take the “Boomor Bust” excursion and get transported backin time to the legendary Comstock era. To learnmore, go to visitrenotahoe.com/heritage.


Carson City Ghost Walk

Ride the historic V&T Railroad

Jim Grant

CCCVB

Engraved in StoneThe ancients have left the stories of their

lives for you to discover. On notepads more permanentthan paper, in languages we haven’t yet learned, people ofthe past are speaking to us through Nevada’s rock art. Theregion surrounding Reno, Sparks and Lake Tahoe is anamazing time capsule carved and painted on stone. Thisexcursion leads you to some of the most famous sites—some dating back 10,000 years. This is a self-guided drivingtour with points of interest that include Kyburz Flat about45 miles west of Reno, Toquima Cave near the town ofAustin in the center of Nevada, and many more.To learn more or to view the guide online, go tovisitrenotahoe.com/heritage.

Rex, Rover & RenoDogs need a vacation, too. And

Reno Tahoe USA is a pet-friendly destinationthat offers plenty of tail-wagging moments.A four-legged favorite is the Sparks MarinaDog Park just north of I-80 between NorthMcCarran Boulevard and Sparks Boulevard.Here you’ll find a walking path around themarina, Scraps Dog Bakery, and a fenced,off-leash area with plenty of grass, shorelineand even a fire hydrant. Other area dogparks include Link Piazzo Dog Park, RanchoSan Rafael Regional Park, Virginia Lake DogPark and Whitaker Dog Park. Man’s best friendis also welcome at several local eateries with outdoorseating, including Wild River Grille, Java Jungle andArchie’s Grill. If you’re looking for a place to stay,Circus Circus Reno, Grand Sierra Resort, Harrah’s Hoteland Casino, and Sands Regency Casino Hotel are allpet-friendly hotels.

V I S I T R E N O T A H O E . C O M 37

Engravedin Stone tour

Larry Prosor

Neon nirvana or lakefront lodge? Spa retreat or cozy inn? However you prefer to stay, you’ll find the

right accommodations to fit your getaway.

Reno Tahoe boasts dozens of resorts offering the ultimate in escape—from lavish mezzanine

walkways to posh spas and sprawling gaming floors. Looking for a romantic fireside bar? No problem.

Prefer an oasis-like beach party? Check. Or maybe you’re into your own private alpine village? Got it.

In addition to great downtown options like Eldorado Hotel Casino, Silver Legacy Resort Casino,

Circus Circus Reno and Harrah’s Reno, consider John Ascuaga’s Nugget in Sparks for beautiful

Sierra views and easy access to Victorian Square. Or the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa with its all-new

Spa Atlantis, one of only eight spas in the country to offer the highly specialized Pantai® Luar

treatment. Or the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, home of the world-class Stillwater Spa that

includes two couples sanctuaries, one with a fireplace and the other with an infinity tub. Or the

Peppermill Resort Casino with its recent $400-million (yep, that’s not a typo) expansion.

If small scale is your style, Reno Tahoe USA has unique riverfront hotels and limited service inns.

Don’t forget Incline Village, either, for its quaint inns and mountain retreats.

Wherever you stay, you’re in for a serious treat. And we’re not just talking about that little mint

on your pillow.

you’ll feel right at home.Assuming home has a casino,

showroom, spa and ultralounge.



Scott Sady

Aqua Lounge/AtlantisSilver Legacy

HOTELS No. of ADDRESS PHONE/ WEBSITE Rate Pool Health Airport PetsROOMS TOLL-FREE Club Shuttle

Atlantis Casino Resort Spa (76) 824 3800 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)825-4700 atlantiscasino.com SD Y Y Y N(800)723-6500

Best Western Airport Plaza Hotel 265 1981 Terminal Way, Reno, NV 89502 (775)348-6370 airportplazareno.com SD Y Y Y Y(800)648-3525

Boomtown Casino Hotel (77) 318 I-80 at Garson Road, Verdi, NV 89439 (775)345-6000 boomtownreno.com D Y N Y N(800)648-3790

Cal Neva Resort Spa and Casino 249 2 Stateline Road, Crystal Bay, NV 89402 (775)832-4000 calnevaresort.com D Y Y Y Y(800)CALNEVA restrictions apply

Circus Circus Hotel and Casino (78) 1,572 500 N. Sierra Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)329-0711 circusreno.com ESD Y Y Y N(800)648-5010 kennel only

Club Cal Neva Hotel Casino 181 38 E. Second Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)323-1046 clubcalneva.com ES N N Y Y(877)777-7303

Comfort Inn & Suites 59 1250 E. Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89502 (775)682-4444 renoairporthotel.com ES N Y Y N(866)848-4450

Courtyard by Marriott 117 6855 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89511 (775)851-8300 marriott.com SD Y Y N N(800)321-2211

Eldorado Hotel Casino (79) 814 345 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)786-5700 eldoradoreno.com D Y Y Y N(800)648-5966

Extended Stay America 104 9795 Gateway Drive, Reno, NV 89521 (775)852-5611 extendedstayamerica.com S Y N N Y(877)782-9444

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 88 2085 Brierley Way, Sparks, NV 89434 (775)355-7700 marriott.com S Y Y N N(800)228-2800

Grand Sierra Resort (80) 1,995 2500 E. Second Street, Reno, NV 89595 (775)789-2000 grandsierraresort.com SD Y Y Y Y(800)501-2651

Hampton Inn & Suites (81) 85 10599 Professional Circle, Reno, NV 89511 (775)336-2222 hamptoninnreno.com S Y Y Y N(800)HAMPTON

Harrah’s Reno (82) 928 219 N. Center Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)786-3232 harrahsreno.com SD Y Y Y N(800)HARRAHS kennel only

Hilton Garden Inn (83) 135 9920 Double R Boulevard, Reno, NV 89521 (775)850-9700 hiltongardeninn.com D Y Y Y N(877)850-9700

Holiday Inn Express (84) 98 2375 Market Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)229-7070 reno-airport-hotel.com SD Y Y Y Y(888)465-4329

(Reno-Tahoe Best Rates) Each Reno-Tahoe hotel property participating in the Best Rates program mustensure, on an ongoing basis, that the Best Rates—i.e., the LOWEST ROOM-RATES posted on any given websitefor any specific room-night(s) at that property—are always offered on the hotel’s own website via a link fromthe VisitRenoTahoe.com website, and not on other websites, such as travel wholesale (a.k.a. ‘Merchant Model’)websites, although the same rate(s) can appear on both/all.

E , S , D = E c o n om y , S t a n d a r d , D e l u x eY = Y e sN = No

LODGING AND SPASSee #s on Locator Maps on pages 45 & 46

HOTELS, cont. No. of ADDRESS PHONE/ WEBSITE Rate Pool Health Airport PetsROOMS TOLL-FREE Club Shuttle

Holiday Inn Sparks 220 55 E. Nugget Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 (775)358-6900 holidayinn.com S Y Y Y Y(888)465-4329

Homewood Suites (85) 98 5450 Kietzke Lane, Reno, NV 89511 (775)853-7100 homewoodsuites.com D Y Y N YHyatt Regency Lake Tahoe (86) 422 111 Country Club Dr., Incline Village NV 89451 (775)832-1234 laketahoehyatt.com D Y Y N Y

(800)233-1234 restrictions apply

John Ascuaga’s Nugget (87) 1,600 1100 Nugget Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 (775)356-3300 janugget.com ESD Y Y Y N(800)648-1177

Peppermill Resort Spa Casino (88)1,623 2707 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)826-2121 peppermillreno.com SD Y Y Y N(866)821-9996

Ramada Reno Hotel and Casino (89) 283 1000 E. Sixth Street, Reno, NV 89512 (775)786-5151 ramadareno.com ES Y Y Y Y(800)2 RAMADA

Residence Inn by Marriott 120 9845 Gateway Drive, Reno,NV 89521 (775)853-8800 residenceinnreno.com D Y Y Y Y(800)331-3131

Sands Regency Casino Hotel (90) 833 345 N. Arlington Avenue, Reno, NV 89501 (775)348-2200 sandsregency.com S Y Y Y Y(866)386-7829

Siena Hotel Spa Casino (91) 214 1 S. Lake Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)327-4362 sienareno.com D Y Y Y N(877)743-6233

Silver Legacy Resort Casino (92) 1,712 407 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)329-4777 silverlegacy.com SD Y Y Y N(800)687-8733

Staybridge Suites (93) 91 10559 Professional Circle, Reno, NV 89511 (775)657-8999 staybridgesuites.com D Y Y Y Y(800)238-8000

Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino 113 5 Hwy. 28, Crystal Bay, NV 89402 (775)831-0660 tahoebiltmore.com SD Y N Y Y(800)BILTMORE for fee

Western Village Inn & Casino 147 815 Nichols Boulevard, Sparks, NV 89434 (775)331-1069 westernvillagesparks.com ESD N N Y Y(800)648-1170

MOTELSBaymont Inn & Suites 114 2050 Market St., Bldg. B, Reno, NV 89502 (775)786-2506 baymontinns.com ES Y Y Y Y

(866)473-6668Bonanza Inn 56 215 W. Fourth Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)322-8632 — S N N N N

(800)808-3303Days Inn Reno 138 701 E. Seventh Street, Reno, NV 89512 (775)786-4070 daysinn.com S Y N N Y

(800)448-4555



LODGING AND SPAS See #s on Locator Maps on pages 45 & 46

MOTELS, cont. No. of ADDRESS PHONE/ WEBSITE Rate Pool Health Airport PetsROOMS TOLL-FREE Club Shuttle

Econo Lodge 96 666 N. Wells Avenue, Reno, NV 89512 (775)329-3125 econolodge.com S N N N N(800)553-2666

Gatekeeper Inn 28 221 W. Fifth Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)786-3500 — S N N N YGold Dust West Casino Inn 27 444 Vine Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)323-2211 gdwcasino.com S N N N N

(800)438-9378The Inn at Renown 24 75 Pringle Way, Reno, NV 89502 (775)982-5080 — S N N N NIn Town Motel 34 260 W. Fourth Street, Reno, NV 89501 (775)323-1421 — S N N N NKeno Motel 18 322 N. Arlington Avenue, Reno, NV 89501 (775)322-6281 — S N N N NLa Quinta Inn 130 4001 Market Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)348-6100 lq.com S Y N Y Y

(800)753-3757Meadow Wood Courtyard Super 8 (94) 154 5851 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)829-4600 meadowoodcourtyard.com SD Y N N NMotel 6 Reno Livestock 141 866 N. Wells Avenue, Reno, NV 89512 (775)786-9852 motel6.com S Y N N Y

(800)466-8356Motel 6 Reno South 115 1901 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)827-0255 motel6.com S Y N N Y

(800)466-8356Motel 6 Reno West 123 1400 Stardust Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)747-7390 motel6.com S Y N N Y

(800)466-8356Motel 6 Sparks 95 2405 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 (775)358-1080 motel6.com S Y N N Y

(800)466-8356Quality Inn 103 1885 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)329-1001 choicehotels.com S Y N N Y

(800)4CHOICESeasons Inn 55 495 West Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)322-6000 seasonsinn.com S N N N Y

(800)322-8588Sunrise Motel 20 210 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 (775)358-7010 — S N N N NSuper 8 Reno (95) 71 1651 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89503 (775)329-3464 super8.com S Y N N Y

(800)800-8000Super 8 Sparks 71 1900 E. Greg Street, Sparks, NV 89431 (775)358-8884 super8.com SD Y N N Y

(800)800-8000Vagabond Inn 130 3131 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502 (775)825-7134 vagabondinns.com S Y N N Y

(800)522-1555



LODGING AND SPASSee #s on Locator Maps on pages 45 & 46



RV PARKS

RV PARKS No. of ADDRESS PHONE/ WEBSITE Hookups DumpLaundryShowers Store PoolSPACES TOLL-FREE Stn.

Bonanza Terrace RV Park 79 4800 Stoltz Rd., Reno, NV 89506 (775)329-9624 bonanzaterracervpark.com Y N Y Y N NBordertown RV Resort & Casino 50 19575 Hwy. 395 N., Reno, NV 89506 (775)677-0169 bordertowncasinorv.com Y Y Y Y Y N

(800)218-9339Chism Trailer Park 28 1300 W. 2nd St., Reno, NV 89509 (775)322-2281 chismtrailerpark.com Y N Y Y N Y

(800)638-2281Green Acres Mobile Home Park 23 501 W. Moana Ln., Reno, NV 89509 (775)827-2482 Y N Y Y N NKeystone RV Park 102 1455 W. 4th St., Reno, NV 89503 (775)324-5000 keystonervpark.com Y Y Y Y N N

(800)686-8559Panther Valley RV Park 112 600 Newport Ln., Reno, NV 89506 (775)323-1447 pvrvp.com Y N Y Y Y NReno KOA at Boomtown 203 I-80W at Cabela Way, Verdi, NV 89439 (775)345-2444 koa.com Y Y Y Y Y Y

(888)562-5698Reno RV Park 46 735 Mill St., Reno, NV 89502 (775)323-3381 renorvpark.com Y Y Y Y N N

(800)445-3381River’s Edge RV Park 164 1405 S. Rock Blvd., Sparks, NV 89431 (775)358-8533 storzco.com Y Y Y Y Y Y

(800)621-4792RV Park at Grand Sierra Resort 178 2500 E. 2nd St., Reno, NV 89595 (775)789-2147 grandsierraresort.com Y Y Y Y Y Y

(800)258-7366Shamrock RV Park 121 260 Parr Blvd., Reno, NV 89512 (775)329-5222 shamrockrv.com Y Y Y Y Y Y

(800)322-8248Silver Sage RV Park 43 2760 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502 (775)829-1919 silversagervpark.com Y N Y Y N N

(888)823-2002Sparks Marina RV Park 204 1200 E. Lincoln Way, Sparks, NV 89434 (775)851-8888 sparksmarinarvpark.com Y N Y Y Y YTerrible’s Gold Ranch RV Park 105 I-80 W at Gold Ranch Rd., Verdi, NV 89439 (775)345-8880 goldranchrvcasino.com Y Y Y Y Y Y

(877)914-6789Victorian RV Park 92 205 Nichols Blvd., Sparks, NV 89431 (775)356-6400 qmcorp.com Y Y Y Y Y N

(800)955-6405Washoe County Davis Creek Park 62 25 Davis Creek Rd., Washoe Valley, NV 89704 (775)849-0684 washoecountyparks.com N Y N Y N N

LLAAKKEE TTAAHHOOEE

WASHOELAKE

LAKLAHONTAN

DONNER LAKE

E

PYRAMIDLAKE

6

5216

18

23

15

131

7

2122

25

24

4

14

19

20

3 8

9

10

11

12

17

26

55

72 53

28

43

48

62 61

4432 31

33

46

57

56

52

51

64 73

30

34

37

38

50

42

29

35

49

67

74

69

65

71

66

70

5975

6860

45

27

36

39

47

58

63

41 40

54

89

89267

80443311

395

33414195

50

22 8828

206206

89 95

88

50

5088

395

447447

89

80

207207

127

128

Tahoe City

Tahoe Vista

KingsBeach

Alpineeadow

SquawValley

Truckee

Northstar

Crystal

Incline Village

Bay

M s

AINR

OFILA

C

AD

AVEN

VirginiCity

a

Fernley

SilverSprings

Dayton

CarsonCity

Fallon

Minden

ZephyrCove

Gardnerville

neG ao

Stateline

OFILAC

INRA

ADAVEN

Sutcliffe

Nixon

South LakeTahoe

dlaremEyaB

Yerington

skeeMyaB

RENORENO

SSPPARARKKSS

Granlibakken

Homewood

Pyram

idHw

y.

LAKELAKE TTAHOEAHOE

To Sacramento,San Francisco

To Elko,Salt Lake City

86

NN

MAP OF THERENO TAHOEREGION

lose your stress , worries and inhibit ions.Without ever losing your way.

Nevada

California

Sacramento

San Francisco

Los Angeles

Carson City

Las Vegas

IdahoOregon

hatU

395

80

80395

L A K EL A K E T A H O E T A H O E

R E N OR E N OS P A R K S

S P A R K S

Snow Sports

Public Golf Courses

Private Golf Courses

Reno-Tahoe Best Rates Lodging

Listings begin on page 20




MapIllustration:KimberMooreDesign

RiverTruckee

80109

77

7

N. McCarran Blvd

CcM.

W.dvl

Bnarra

Mayberry

Rivers

htneveS

enilykS

uoF.W

htr

To Sacramentoand San Francisco

RENO–TAHOE

Wheels or wings, Reno Tahoe is an easy trip from justabout anywhere. Reno-Tahoe International Airportwelcomes all the major carriers from around the USAeach day, and many non-stops.

To help you plan your trip, you can check out allairline flights serving the Reno-Tahoe InternationalAirport by going to visitrenotahoe.com and clicking on“Getting Here” or through the keyword search “Reno-Tahoe International Airport.” It’s non-stop or one-stopto most anywhere.

If you’re hitting the road to get here, Reno andSparks are located at the junction of Interstate 80 andU.S. 395. It’s an easy and scenic drive from most of the11 western states. I-80 provides all-weather access acrossDonner Summit from central and northern California.

From southern California, it’s a straight shot up US 395along the dramatic eastern front of the Sierra Nevada.

From the Northwest, take I-5 south to I-80 or, inthe spring and summer, opt for the scenic shortcutthat leaves I-5 at Mount Shasta and follows California89 and 44 southeast through Susanville.

A third option is AMTRAK’s California Zephyr,which arrives daily from the Bay Area and Sacramentoto the west and Salt Lake and Denver to the east. Trainsfrom the Northwest, coastal southern California and theCentral Valley connect to the Zephyr in Sacramento.

For more specifics—including access to flights,road conditions, itineraries and other cool stuff—go tovisitrenotahoe.com.

we know you can ’tget here fast enough.At least you can get here

easy enough.



A�ractions and Museums

Visitors Centers and Malls

Event Facilities

A

One Hundred and One Things to Do

Reno-Tahoe Best Rates Lodging

PListings begin on page 41

96) 1935 Reno Arch97) Animal Ark98) Downtown Riverwalk99) Fleischmann Planetarium100) National Automobile Museum101) Nevada Historical Society102) Nevada Museum of Art103) Reno Arch104) Sparks Heritage Museum105) University of Nevada, Reno {UNR}106) Victorian Square107) Wilbur D. May Museum and Arboretum108) Wild Island Family Recreation Center

109) Cabela’s110) Meadowood Mall111) Plumgate Shopping Center112) RSCVA Visitor Center113) Sparks Visitor Center114) Summit Sierra Shopping Center115) The Legends at Sparks Marina

116) National Bowling Stadium117) Reno Ballroom118) Reno Events Center119) Reno-Sparks Convention Center120) Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center

121) Eat an Awful Awfulat the Little Nugget Diner233 N. Virginia St., Reno

122) Drink a picon punchat Louis’ Basque Corner301 East 4th St., Reno

123) Kayak the Truckee River Whitewater ParkTahoe Whitewater Tours400 Island Ave., Reno

124) Reno Aces Ballpark/Freight House District250 Evans Ave., Reno

125) Ride the Ferris Wheel inside Scheels(Legends at Sparks Marina)1200 Scheels Dr., Sparks

126) Stroll through the National Bowling Stadium(the Taj Mahal of Tenpins)300 N. Center St., Reno

127) Lake Tahoe: 72 miles of the purest wateryou’ll ever see. 99.9% to be exact.

128) Hang out at Nevada’s prehistoric lake—Pyramid Lake Visitors Center709 Hwy. 446, Nixon

129) Virginia Street Bridge ring tossVirginia Street Bridge, between Court St.and 1st St.

130) National Automobile Museum10 S. Lake St., Reno

MapIllustration:KimberMooreDesign

River

Truckee

Truckee River

80DOWNTOWN RENO

80

80

115

113

111

112

110

114

103

96 100

105 10710199

97

104106 108

98

102

116

118117

120

119

76

88

8183

85

89

84

94

93

86

82

78

87

7990

92

91

80

95

123

129

121 126

130

124 122

125

S. McCarran Blvd.

d.

cM.

EC

vlB

narr

a.d

593ssenis

uB

Moana Ln.

California Ave.

R erside Dr.

dnalyR/ytrebiL

riF ts

ceSdno

htruoF

htxiS

gnilr

Ano

t

arre

iS.

N

riV.

Nai

nig

retn

eC

kaL

.tS

e

eW

sll

l Ena

Rc

oh

uSna

vill oR

lB

kc. d

v dima

ryP

lB

skra

pSv

.d

siV

ta.d

vlB

ekzt

eiK

meP

ekor

b

nihs

aW

notg

enot

syeK

ekaL

retn

uH

Psa

mul

Peckham

mahkceP.r

Ded

isek

aL

W. Plumb Ln. E. Plumb Ln.

Vassar St.

Oddie Blvd.

dnelG ale

.tSgerG

SlliM .t

iM.tSll

Greenbrae

.yWl

ani

mreT

.tS

aini

griV.

S

593

ssen

isuB

ekzteiK

Victorian

Prater

Baring Blvd.

W. Sixth

W. Fourth

W. Third

W. Second

Commercial Row

W. First

Riverside Dr.California Ave.

trebiL y

enotsyeK

gnihsaW

not

otslaRn

nilrA

notg

.tStseW

arreiS.N

ai ni griV. S

. t Sr et neC

. t SekaL

To Carson CityVirginia City andLake Tahoe

To Salt Lake City

Reno-TahoeInternationalAirport

To Portlandand Seattle

395

395

395

RENO

SPARKS

AMTRAKSTATION

MAP OF RENO AND SPARKS

PO Box 837Reno, NV 89504

PRSRT STDU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDRENO, NEVADAPERMIT NO. 610

VISIT RENO TAHOE.COM

Reno-Sparks Convent ion and Vis i tors Author i ty

reno tahoe usa - getaway planner 2011

Documents

h o e g e t

e o fc o n t e n t sevents

lways b e e n

s i t r e n o t

e wo o

n n e rv

e d i f f e r e n

ar w e v e