Lake Tahoe Loop

Eyeball off-the-wall art, on the streets and in award-winning museums. Hunt for one-of-a-kind treasures at funky locally owned shops. Watch sports at the ballpark or live them on the world’s tallest climbing wall. 

Sink your teeth into family-style feasts at Louis’ Basque Corner, unbeatable burgers at Beefy’s, and retro faves at the Gold ‘N’ Silver Inn. Then wash it all down at dozens of breweries, distilleries, and cocktail lounges.

From gearhead galas like Hot August Nights and Street Vibrations to music and arts extravaganzas like Artown and Off Beat Music Fest to elevated events like balloon and airplane races, Reno visitors know how to have a blast.

All types of outdoor activities—on seemingly countless trails, slopes, miles of beach, and acres of sapphire water—drive Lake Tahoe visitors to return again and again. In any season, just step outside and follow your passion.

With tons of restaurants on the menu, if you can crave it, Lake Tahoe can plate it—from fancy casino steakhouses and beachfront bistros to fresh seafood joints and international dining, plus plenty in between.

There’s never not something going on here. Speed things up and join a race, on two feet or wheels. Join the crowd for A-list live music, symphonies, and classic plays. Or celebrate mountain life at multi-day celebrations.

Mild: Soak up some of Nevada’s earliest heritage, both in fascinating cultural centers and hot springs. Wild: If you thought Tahoe looked nice from Tahoe, take to the skies in a glider ride—or jump out of ’em with a parachute.

Grab a bloody at the state’s oldest tavern, the dusty-decor’ed Genoa Bar & Saloon. Dig into a Basque feast at the J.T. Basque. 

Get schooled on migratory birds of prey by the pros around Carson Valley’s pasture lands, have a sweet time at the century-old Genoa Candy Dance, and gear up for cowboy poetry and music at Genoa Western Heritage Days.

Get ready for tales, trails, and even ales! Hop on the history train at the NV State Railroad Museum or on a V&T Railroad ride. Hike or bike up Kings Canyon. Top it all off with a sip, savor, and soak at Carson Hot Springs.

Carson City’s become a capital of cuisine, too. From elevated eats at The Union and LA Bakery to hearty meals at Sassafras and chorizo-glorifying Villa Basque—plus fresh beers at Shoe Tree—it’s hard to leave town hungry.

Get into the supernatural spirit on a Carson City Ghost Walk around the capital’s most historic neighborhoods. Or beer-belly up to the tap tents at the Capital City Brewfest to sip fresh suds from around the West.

In a place this oozing with this much Nevada-forging history, you better believe a museum or twelve are in your future. Also color your trip with a visit to St. Mary’s Art Center. And, if you can hang, hit up the haunted Washoe Club.

Chow down on house-smoked meats with a side of Frito pie at Virginia City Jerky & Smokehouse, or spice up your life with Mexican classics at Café Del Rio. In the AM, perk up with house-roasted Joe at aptly named The Roasting House.

Let’s be real. How many towns shut down their main drag (a state highway) to race motorcycles and people-pushed outhouses, cook chili and bull balls? Or which draw thousands to chase poltergeists and “crawl” between Old West saloons?