- TripBuzz found 108 things to do with kids in or near Virginia City, Nevada, including 92 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carson City, Incline Village, Sparks and Reno.
- From TNT Stagelines to Virginia & Truckee Railroad, the Virginia City area offers 71 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, History Museums, Haunted Tours and Theaters.
- Just over 30 minutes from Reno, Virginia City, NV was developed as a boom town after the discovery of a large silver deposit. The city was the first place writer Samuel Clemens used his more famous pen name, Mark Twain. The quaint town features many unique sites, including the Silver Trace Cemetery, The Way it Was Museum, and Piper's Opera House.
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Just a little off Route 89 is the Inspiration Point Vista which offers some breathtaking views of Emerald Bay. Refreshments and restrooms are available but good parking spots might be difficult to find.
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For those unafraid of heights, Stateline Lookout is a trail with an excellent overlook of the surrounding area. Climb to 7100 feet to get the best view.
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169 U.S. Hwy 50, Stateline, NV 89449
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A good first destination for visitors to the Lake Tahoe area, the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority Visitor Center - Nevada features a wealth of brochures, maps, and tourist information, as well as a knowledgeable staff.
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Lake Tahoe is a freshwater lake and a major tourist attraction. The lake area is home to several ski resorts, summer recreation areas, and casinos. The area is also known for its scenic lake and mountain views.
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At Tahoe City Kayak & Paddleboard, visitors can take standup paddle boards and kayak rentals out on the waters of Lake Tahoe. The shop organizes specialty tours like a 4th of July and lakeside brunch tours.
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Commons Beach is a half-beach and half-park area popular among local residents. The beach side offers access to the water while the other half offers park amenities like a playground, picnic areas, and weekly live music concerts in the summer.
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55 w. Lake Blvd., Tahoe City, CA
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Truckee River Rafting gives lessons and group excursions in rafting. The water I not too challenging, and is a good option for the whole family.
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Lake Tahoe’s Gatekeeper’s Museum is located in a replica of the original Gatekeeper’s Cabin, occupied by the watermaster who controlled water flow from the lake. The museum has a variety of displays about local history.
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3080 North Lake Blvd, Ste A, Tahoe City, CA 96145
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With Best Shore Paddle LLC, visitors can reserve canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards to take out on the lake. The company will deliver the rentals directly to a location on the lake, a hotel, or a cabin.
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Considered to be the best snow park for children, the Soda Springs Mountain Ski Resort is focused on family winter fun. Lessons and equipment rental are also available at the resort in addition to the ski trails and tubing hill.