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Reno Nevada
- Elevation 4,490 feet. "The Biggest Little City in the World" offers stage shows and casino gambling. Home of University of Nevada-Reno. Reno-Cannon International Airport is 45 minutes to one hour from Lake Tahoe.

The Truckee River runs through the city and features tree-lined parks along its banks, including the rose garden of Idlewild Park and Wingfield Park which features outdoor summer concerts downtown.

Reno/Lake Tahoe
America's #1 Outdoor Recreation Area

Fun spots for nature lovers and families on vacations range from scenic camping grounds and trails at the Great Basin national park or the many other state parks, historic mining towns, and museums which take one back to the days of the Wild Wild West.

Travelers looking for an exhilarating winter getaway or vacation find Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe offers adventure to fit every itinerary. Local mountains cater to skiers, riders and the extreme adventurers. While those looking for a little less extreme adventure find Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe offers the ballet, symphony, philharmonic, historic sites and more.

With 18 world-class ski resorts located within 90-minutes of the Reno/Tahoe International Airport, the area boasts the largest concentration of ski and snowboard resorts in North America. With 20-feet of average snow pack and 22,000 acres of skiable terrain Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe provides skiers and boarders with endless powder possibilities.

The breathtaking snow-capped Sierra Nevada is Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe's playground for the extreme enthusiasts. Backcountry adventures including vertical ice climbing, snowmobiling or snow camping in sub-zero temperatures can be arranged with local guides. Whether it's snowboarding off the beaten path, snowshoeing or building a snow cave for the night Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe has it.

Visitors find more than they bargained for when looking for a well-rounded getaway to Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe. Award-winning special events and museums turn Reno and the surrounding area into a cultural mecca while smooth jazz notes and a nationally recognized Shakespeare festival turn Lake Tahoe and the surrounding Sierra Nevada into a magnificent stage.

For families planning a family trip, we know that takes some judicious planning, that is, unless you decide to come to Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe. Reno-Sparks/Lake Tahoe visitors can turn the odds in their favor with winning day trips and activities for the entire family. Explore the region and learn about its fascinating western heritage by taking one of many day trips to spectacular locations, each no more than an hour from Reno.

Hotel Reference:
Boomtown Hotel and Casino, just outside of Reno at the base of the Sierras, mixes luxurious guest accommodations and gourmet dining with 43,000 square feet of hot casino action.
Tel: 877-726-6686

Atlantis Casino Resort - Voted "Northern Nevada's Best Casino-Resort," visitors will find Atlantis
Casino Resort located minutes from world-class ski and golf resorts. Take
advantage of seasonal stay & play packages, perfect for families or couples
looking to get away from it all. 1,000 spacious guestrooms with Reno¹s only
Concierge Hotel Tower.
3800 S. Virginia Street Reno, Nevada 89502
(800) 723-6500 - (775) 825-4700

The Eldorado Hotel/Casino is downtown Reno's most exclusive destination
with 817 luxurious rooms and suites, ten award-winning restaurants, a
microbrewery, Reno's hottest nightclub-the BuBinga Lounge, exciting casino
action and unparalleled service. Reno's finest showroom features 580-seats
and dazzling productions.

Siena Casino Spa Hotel - Modeled after its Italian namesake, Siena is dedicated to the discriminating traveler. Here, the focus is on comfort, service, and value-providing a unique combination of amenities designed with pure pleasure in mind. Highlights include a high-energy 24-hour casino, full-service day spa, and distinctive food and wine offerings.One South Lake Street
Post Office Reno, Nevada 89505 Toll Free: 877-743-6233

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