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Carson City, NV Overview

A city of natural beauty, charm, history and western hospitality, this state capital derived its name from Kit Carson, the legendary trapper, scout and explorer. A trip to the city is a living history lesson. One need only jump on the Kit Carson Trail downtown, which passes old mansions, courthouses, a depot and a brewery, to experience a taste of life in the Old West. Also downtown, the State Capitol, built in 1870, offers a look at the birth of Nevada as a state and Carson City as its... more » A city of natural beauty, charm, history and western hospitality, this state capital derived its name from Kit Carson, the legendary trapper, scout and explorer. A trip to the city is a living history lesson. One need only jump on the Kit Carson Trail downtown, which passes old mansions, courthouses, a depot and a brewery, to experience a taste of life in the Old West. Also downtown, the State Capitol, built in 1870, offers a look at the birth of Nevada as a state and Carson City as its capital. Other historic landmarks, cultural heritage centers and museums dot the landscape around town, but don't forget your clubs. The city is well-known for the Divine Nine, a group of top-rated area courses designed by pros such as Arnold Palmer, Johnny Miller and John Harbottle and set amid the magnificent Sierra Mountains. After a little golf, gambling or sightseeing, spend some down time at the Carson City Hot Springs. You will emerge feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready for more exciting endeavors. « less
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Carson Nugget

3 of 5 stars
Central California
Jul 23, 2008

We arrived with a group of 8, 3 left after the first night. We stayed, the rooms were clean, our room had 2 beds - board or bog. One was quite hard the other you just sank into. It seemed that no 2...more

Deer Run Ranch Bed and Breakfast

Jul 22, 2008

While we stayed only one night, my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at DDR. David and Muffy are wonderful hosts, and the house they built with their own hands (and those of the kids) is very...more

Best Western Carson Station Hotel/Casino

Jul 21, 2008

My husband and I as well as four other family members stayed at the Best Western Carson Station/Casino for 5 nights while at a family reunion in the area and had an awesome stay. Great staff, great...more

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