Carson Valley

Get ready to Explore.

The Carson Valley has a combination of Traditional Mountain trails mixed with a an expansive open range BLM area full with potential for all outdoor adventure.  Visitors are drawn to the scenic values of the valley. Surrounded by peaks the valley has a an historical edge mixed with new growth. Cattle farms line the roadways and the community features traditional basque dining as well as many other ethnic choices for dining. The Carson Valley Inn and the historic Sharkey’s casino headline an active entertainment and nightlife scene in the heart of town.

The Sky’s are world renown and you will often see gliders, sky jumpers, and wild birds filling the sky.  Many visitors enjoy the soak in genoa hot springs or if you know the locals you might discover some little known soaks along the river. Bring your camera as sunsets, wild horses and mountain & river photography is a year round activity in the valley.

Make your visit complete by discovering more at these rusted locations

The Carson Valley Trail System

Visit Carson Valley

Historic Genoa

BLM Open Space Recreation

Technically the South Lake Tahoe Casino corridor is part of the Carson Valley district.  However locals will tell you that the choices of Carson Valley Inn and Sharkey’s Casino  in the Carson valley will more than enough for you casino entertainment.

In recent years the Carson Valley inn added an Outdoor outdoor concert area TJ Corral.

Enjoy top name entertainment in the outdoor concert arena – TJ’s Corral, or nightly shows in our Cabaret Lounge.

Explore unique meeting & wedding venues.

Museums and Antiques – Into a bit of history or like to shop for old relics. The Carson Valley is home to several great museum stops for locals and visitors.

Plus the Carson Valley Arts Council has created a great Antique Trail Map.

Museums not to miss:

• Dangberg Ranch
• Mormon Station
• Genoa Court House
• Carson Valley museum

Visiting The Carson Valley by RV or looking for a place to stay away from teh crowds at the lake but with easy access to all your putdoor adventures? Carson Valley is Home base for the perfect Adventure/ Travel vacation in the Sierra Nevada. 

• RV Resorts include:
• The Carson Valley Inn
• Silver City RV Resort
• Comstock RV Resort
• Topaz Lake RV Park

Bring the Camera. Scenic value in every direction. Looking to capture a shot of the elusive wild Horses? Head East into BLM open range in search for the wildest part of Nevada. Love a great sunset, just wait until dusk the sky is filled with color on many evenings all year round.