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Capital city of Nevada, United States
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Nevada's capital, Carson City is located along the eastern front of the Sierra Nevada, in the Eagle Valley, just east of Lake Tahoe, south of Reno, and north of Douglas County and the Carson Valley communities of Minden, Gardnerville, and Genoa. The Carson River flows through the southeast corner of the city. With a population approaching 60,000 (2020), Carson City is a picturesque, evolving destination with central access to the outdoors as well as larger and smaller communities nearby.
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Housed in the old Carson City mint with exhibits about the mint, Nevada and its people.
Built over a hundred years ago.
Hotel Casino with RV park. Casino portion features slots and sports book, no tables. Also has a 32-lane bowling center and restaurants.
Exciting golf course in the hills surrounding Lake Tahoe.
Large centrally located park with Summer kiddie train, skate park and events pavilion.
Large park with playgrounds, a trail alongside Clear creek, and an off-leash dog area. Next to fairgrounds and a fishing pond.
Just north of Carson City, this state park is a very good spot to view wild horses year round, as well as migratory birds in season. Popular area for windsurfing and paragliding.
Very good Mexican food.
American breakfast open til 2PM. Does not accept debit or credit cards.
Old English-style pub that makes their own microbrews.
Coffee shop that has a unique atmosphere with knickknacks, books, and artwork everywhere in a historic building with courtyard. Live music, jam sessions, and a monthly open mic. They serve breakfast, soups, sandwiches, organic coffee, Italian and French sodas.
Counter only seating. Offers a split menu of both American-style diner food and a selection of Indonesian dishes.
formerly Best Western Carson Station Hotel/Casino
Courtyard by Marriott Carson City is next door to Casino Fandango and Galaxy Cineplex.
Clean, friendly, and reasonably priced, this hotel in the downtown is a bit more expensive than its immediate neighbors, but is in excellent condition and offers amenities such as free wireless internet, continental breakfast, cookies and wine (!) at reception, and covered parking.
By car
Carson City can be accessed via US Highway 50 from the east and west, and US Highway 395 from the north and south.
By bus
Carson City is served weekday mornings and afternoons via Washoe County RTC's commuter express bus service RTC Regional Connector from Reno.
By car
Interstate 580 Nevada, known until 2012 as US 395, connects Carson City with Reno and terminates at the junction with US-50.
By foot
Downtown Carson City and the West Side are all easily explored on foot.
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