The manager is very nice and accommodating. The cabin was super clean and cute. Views were amazing…read more Kitchen had plenty of cookware. I will definitely be back. We stayed in Snowshoe. Cons: no curtains. They finally brought us one and we used a sheet for the other slider. The oven had grease all over the bottom so it smoked the cabin out. The railing is not to code. Just a 2x4 across it. My little old dog fell off the deck. So if you have a child I would recommend a different cabin. My dog is sore but she is okay.

Located right on Kit Carson Lake at around 7300 feet elevation, it's cooler here than the lower…read moreelevations for sure. I'm not staying overnight at the lodge, but coming here to enjoy the nice restaurant they have here and the outdoor dining. I hear they have a real trained chef here doing some great dinners. I'll have to try that sometime. It's super relaxing here, though a bit of a drive from South Lake Tahoe. This is more on the rustic side, rather than the resort side of things. The food here is basic lunch items like salads and burgers and sandwiches and of course french fries! Prices are reasonable considering you're way out in the middle of nowhere and someone has to pay to get all the supplies out here. We started with some Parmesan fries... very nice with a beer! My friend had a bacon cheeseburger with fries and I had a big salad. Both were made properly and tasted great sitting outside enjoying the quiet outdoors. After lunch we went for a walk down to the lake ... just beautiful! I'll review the lodging if I ever stay here.

Carson City and the Carson River that goes through the city are named after Kit Carson who explored…read morethe area and found a new route across the Sierras with John C. Fremont. Also referred to as the "Daniel Boone of the West," Christopher Houston Carson was a fur trapper, wilderness guide, Indian agent, and U.S. Army officer. He became a frontier legend in his own lifetime through biographies and news articles, and exaggerated versions of his exploits that were the subject of dime novels. I know all of that from visiting his home and museum in Taos NM https://www.yelp.com/biz/kit-carson-home-and-museum-taos?hrid=PkZ27jVvIExwkVMgK7tySA. The statue shows Carson on horseback. It also includes maps of Nevada showing his various travels through the state. The marker below reads, "It was in the winter of 1843 - 1844 when Kit Carson, along with the John C. Fremont expedition worked his way south from Pyramid Lake looking for an easy route across the Sierra Nevada. Carson, depicted here, tracking his way through the mountains east of this location, was considered one of the best mountain men of the day. His name is still synonymous with the wide-open spaces and lore of the American west, an image we still cherish as part of our freedom and heritage. It is the spirit and love of the West that we honor with this statue." [Review 17691 overall - 37 in Nevada - 1212 of 2022.]

Surrounded on three buildings by the main buildings of the three branches of government - The…read moreNevada State Capitol building at the north, the Supreme Court of Nevada to the east and the Nevada State Legislature building at the south - the Nevada State Capitol Mall is a small park-like space with smooth concrete paths and well-trimmed trees. Here and there are various monuments to important Nevada historical events and historical figures. Kit Carson (the frontiersman responsible for much of Nevada's initial exploration in the 1800s) https://www.yelp.com/biz/equestrian-statue-of-kit-carson-carson-city?hrid=Wzl-T0cWbw5ThaLxiMm7mQ, Abraham Van Santvoord Curry https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Curry, the USS Nevada BB-36 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Nevada_(BB-36) and more. The grounds of the state capitol are open 24 hours and when I stopped by in the early evening, there was a small family having a picnic on the grass. Cool! [Review 17692 overall - 38 in Nevada - 1213 of 2022.]

This is beautiful plot of land that includes various monuments that pay tribute to our state's, our…read morenation's, heroes. Please make it point to visit stirring and immaculately maintained landmark.

We ended up at Chimney Beach Trailhead while looking for a beach in the area…read more Unbeknownst to us, and something to definitely keep in mind is that this is definitely a moderately difficult hike/trail - with an absolutely stunning beach to enjoy at the bottom of it. The trail itself has no signage, and is very windy with many different options to get (lost) to different sections of the beach . As with many of the other beaches in the area... It was super clean and clear waters, and an amazing lake view at the beach.

We lucked out and did this hike down to the beach on a weekday when it wasn't too busy. Parking in…read morethe lot was not an option, too full, but we did park along the roadside. The hike down is very steep, but not long. There are tons of great bird and plants and lizards etc to enjoy on the way up and down. There are several small beach spots to enjoy at the bottom, with calm cool waters with so many colors of blue and soft pebble sand. This beach is definitely worth the 1.5ish mile roundtrip walk.

Loved it! Clean bathrooms and showers. Close to the lake, where you can launch your kayak or…read morepaddleboard. The water is clean. Loved everything!

Daryl and Hobie were some of the best campground hosts we've had during our van life! this…read morecampground is extremely well maintained and the bathrooms were the cleanest we've encountered. Theres a short path that takes you to the lake to enjoy. Thank you for all your hard work!

Had a Great camp out weekend there with Amador Trail Stewardship! Camp host was very welcoming and…read morecame by a few times to check and see if we needed anything. Hopefully ATS can come back in the spring and work on some local trails for Plasse's.

We went on a roadtrip to get out of the Heat in Placerville with some friends. This resort is about…read more7,100 feet up in elevation and it was cool and lovely. We hung around the little eatery by the general store and the staff were very nice. That day they were serving some Hot Dogs and they looked good but I did not have one. We went to the lake and it is beautiful with the water being clear where we were at. Kids were swimming and people were fishing. There is a road that takes you around the lake but be careful because these are where the private cabins are located and the owners who have these properties are not the warmest people in terms of welcoming you are even speaking to you. The staff was kind and polite. A few trails that you can take that get you around the lake to walk and explore or search for Bigfoot. I do believe in Bigfoot. A very nice resort that I will explore further in the future.

10/11/2024- It's…read morebeen a long time since our last visit- Beautiful time of year to visit- 9:02 my line started to go down....nice! Pause: while writing this review l, my line started to run... 9:24- reeled him in! What a way to start Friday off!

Always amazed when I try a "new to me" place and it's so darn good. How have I never been here…read morebefore?! The drive from south shore was absolutely amazing. The fall colors are in full display! Upon arrival, greeted to views that were so serene it was like out of a movie scene! Dined at the restaurant with terrific service, terrific food and terrific views. Truly a hidden gem worth the effort of getting there. While no cocktail offerings, had a small, but decent wine selection that paired nicely with the menu. We had a delicious Caesar salad and halibut with roasted butternut risotto! Yum. Reservations are a must as this place is on the smaller side. Will be back and looking forward to the different seasons as I imagine every season is part of a new movie scene!

I was here last week as part of a Legislative day. We met for Lunch just outside Supreme Court…read moreChambers and in plain sight to admire it from a short distance. While here, we had the opportunity to meet one of the Justices, the Attorney General, Lt. Governor, and a couple members of the Legislature. A short but very impactful visit!

This is a gorgeous courthouse. In the front, there's a park with trees displaying myriads of…read morecolor: orange, red, yellow. Inside, there's a brown hued courtroom with seven seats for the justices to hear arguments. Underneath, on the first floor, is a nice law library with leather couches and wood finishes. And since NV has no intermediate courts, if you f* up in trial court, this is your only other chance at redemption.

We loved our visit to the Discovery Museum in Reno! We only had about an hour before closing, so it…read morewas a bit rushed--but even in that short time, we had so much fun exploring all the different areas. Heads up: the gift shop closed before we could grab anything, and the closing announcements were pretty firm--if you weren't already in line, it was a no-go. Totally fair, just something to keep in mind when planning your visit! There are so many exhibits that we definitely had to move quickly, but it was still 100% worth it. Pro tip: save the downstairs water feature for last--it's an absolute blast for the whole family! As a special needs family, we felt really comfortable here. Our 5-year-old loved the freedom to walk and explore, and our 1-year-old had a great time in the littles area and with the water play. The huge cloud play structure looked amazing, but we skipped it since there's only one way in and out--just didn't feel like the right call for us this time. Bonus: let your kids take the stairs to burn off energy! But if you've got a stroller, wheelchair, or just want an easier route, elevators are available too. Overall, such a fun spot--we'll definitely be back (with more time next time)!

I will say the kiddos love this place…read more We have been twice. Before I wanted to get a membership, but now seeing how it is. I am happy thay we just go once in a while. The museum is not very large and most of our kiddos love the Truckee river exhibit as they play there more. It could be the age. Just bring some spare clothes or a towel as they may be drenched. As they get older they may like to do the other exhibits more. They have lego, space, anatomy, physics, and engineering zones. They also have a lab with daily activities. The amazing part is there are plenty of things to do. The downside is the parking lot gets packed fast, but thats a good thing. So give yourself time if looking for a spot. Its super cool for the kiddos and there is even a cute little toddler playground. So please enjoy the space and time.

2 of 2 Reviews as CC has two Yelp listings…read more Quality/Quantity - #1 reason we come here is because the prices are cheaper than Reno! Especially Costco Gas prices. Sometimes the merchandise/sales are different and cheaper here than both the Reno and Sparks locations. And let's not talk about the CA prices... Plus, we like to support locals. We are slowly visiting all the local breweries, restaurants, etc. in this city. Cut and pasted from the internet: "The city is named after the mountain man Kit Carson (1809-1868)." "The Washoe people have inhabited the valley and surrounding areas for about 6,000 years." Capital of NV. See my other Yelp reviews. I feel this is what/how Reno was 40 years ago. Wait, am I implying I'm old...? LOL. A nice small town vibe. Things to do in CC: State capital. Governor's mansion. Museums. Open lands - Trails (Kit Carson Trail), water falls, dam, parks, disc golf course, casinos, hot springs, and of course for me, breweries; etc. Atmosphere - 157+ square miles, 12.6 of it is water. Elevation 4682. Population 58k+. Service - Overall good. More of a small town feeling. Just double checked and so far the only 3 star restaurant review was for Burger King, do I need to say more?!?! Price - Still affordable, less expensive than Reno and Sparks. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1858. I enjoy visiting more and more. After we are done exploring, what next? Genoa.

I went here today, Monday, May 6, 2019. It is on the first floor of an office building, with the…read moreentrance facing North Carson Street. Parking is right on the south side of the building. You must enter from North Carson street, as the parking lot is one way, and exits on North Curry Street. (Google Maps GPS directs you to West Washington Street, where there is no parking; don't listen to it). There were two parking spaces open when I came about 3 PM, plus two handicapped spaces. When I left though, there was only the one handicapped spot. It probably will get worse on a day the Nevada State Museum across the parking lot is open. You can probably find parking around North Curry Street though. This location is run by the Consolidated Municipality of Carson City, and this department runs Nevada Day each year. Their other job is to be a resource for visitors to the city. They differ from the Carson City Chamber of Commerce (which is a private business) in that the latter focuses on businesses and new residents of the city, though they also have a lot of things for visitors too. Being a branch of Carson City, this office has free wifi. The office is basically a store, with some free information for visitors, such as brochures. They also give away free Nevada Route 50 (The Loneliest Road in America) passports here (and stamp them), as well as free Carson City stickers. Among the items for sell are various commemorative coins, books, t-shirts, sweatshirts, baby clothes, hats, key chains, pins, magazines, flags, kitchen ware, jewelry, postcards, cards, and wooden magnets. Some of the items were expensive, like the 2018 limited edition Nevada Day coin (only 200 made) for $15, while others were more reasonable, like three postcards for $1 I believe. There is a nice sitting area in the middle, a swell as free coffee and hot chocolate for visitors. Beware: there were ants all around the coffee area and near the cash register. They were attracted by the sugar. I had to be careful not to set my hot chocolate down near them. The employee told me they have called an exterminator. She also wiped up the ants which I showed her (that is a never-ending task, as there are thousands of them in the colony, and they leave pheromones marking the trail to the food source). I saw at least four different employees in offices, and a conference room in the back. I picked up by Nevada Highway 50 passport, and the employee stamped it in four places. I was giddy about that. She knew her job well, and knew exactly how and where to stamp so it didn't blur and was upright. I also asked where the stop was for the tourist train which goes to Virginia City. The employee gladly got me a map and brochure showing me where it was (hint: it is not qt the Nevada State Railroad Museum on South Carson Street). The employee who attended to me was very professional and helpful. In my 30 minutes here, I saw a father and son come in who were tourists. It should begin to pick up after Memorial Day. I was very happy with my trip here and will come again to get other Nevada tourism information.