Nevada Day Trips Destination Guide to the Silver State

Things to do and Places to See Reno-Tahoe Day Trips

The Reno-Tahoe region is one of the fastest growing communities in the West. Increased competition for the region's gaming market has tourism officials focusing on the recreation, arts & culture, and it's place in history to attract visitors. Reno-Tahoe is now being called "America’s Adventure Place" It has been named one of the best places in the country to have an adventure. Planning a vacation or a days outing with friends and family Reno-Tahoe is the place for you.
Pyramid Lake, Nevada - About a 40 mile drive from Reno take you to the high desert lake. Activities include boating camping and fishing. Permits are required from the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe.
The Kit Carson Trail - a walking path through Carson City's residential homes district. Including 1800s-era Victorian-style homes, museums and churches.
Virginia City Nevada - Silver mining town in the mountains between Reno and Carson City. Get a taste of how the the wild west was during the early days of Nevada. Saloons and historic sights.
Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center - On the University of Nevada, Reno campus. 6-foot diameter model of the earth and moon and computerized exhibits.
Great Basin Adventure - The attractions include a petting zoo, log ride and a mine where you can pan for gold. Historical theme park in Reno's Rancho San Rafael Regional Park.
Truckee River Whitewater Park - Beginners can enjoy the whitewater park, which is engineered to be safe for kayaks, canoes, rafts and inner tubes.Open during summer only.
Sierra Safari Zoo - The Zoo is now the largest zoo in Nevada. They currently have over 150 animals of 40+ species. 8 miles north of downtown Reno. Adults: $6.00 kids $3.00
Genoa Courthouse Museum - the museum is operated from May to October. Exhibits include the old courtroom, a county office, the blacksmith shop and jail.
Brewery Arts Center - The center offers a pottery studio, art galleries, exhibits, classes, music and theatrical performances and a children's theatre. Carson City, Nevada
Walley's Hot Springs - Seven Mineral Pools ranging in temperature from 104 degrees to 98 degrees. Spectacular views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains
Carson Hot Springs - Relax and enjoy the historic beauty of Carson Hot Springs Resort! Since 1849 people have been drawn to this natural phenomenon.
M S Dixie II Paddle Wheeler - Offers daily sightseeing cruises to Emerald Bay as well as Sunset Dinner Dance Cruises. From spring through fall. Lake Tahoe.
Animal Ark - 38-acre wildlife sanctuary and nature center Northwest of Reno, Nevada. View animals in their natural habitat exhibits through glass viewing areas
   
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