RENO LIFESTYLE
From the state capital of Carson City, a community brimming over with historic charm yet fully embracing 21st century progress to Genoa, the very first settlement in the state, residents and visitors will find a lifestyle to suit their needs. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the many displays and exhibits in outstanding venues like the Nevada State Museum with its life-sized ghost town and silver mine, the Nevada State Railroad Museum, and the Northern Nevada Children’s Museum. For another taste of the “Old West,” visit nearby Virginia City. Those looking for a little more excitement can visit one of the many Casinos located in Reno.
Recreational opportunities are first-class in this geologically diverse area, including incredible golf courses that bear the signatures of names like Arnold Palmer, Johnny Miller, John Harbottle, and Peter Jacobsen. The cultural and recreational attractions of the Lake Tahoe region are home to world-class snowboarding and downhill skiing. The Mt. Rose Wilderness is ideal for horseback riding or hiking through aspen groves, meadows, and pine forests. Nearby Spooner Lake is encircled by a dirt path to showcase one of the most diverse ecosystems in the area. Well-equipped parks and picnic areas are available within the city as well, including tennis courts, wonderful picnic areas, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, athletic fields, and playgrounds. Fans looking for high-speed thrills go to Champion Speedway, while those who are looking for Lady Luck visit the glittering casinos.