Welcome to Reno / Carson / Minden / Gardnerville
Beautiful desert communities with mountain views and exciting nightlife
Reno, Carson, Minden, and Gardnerville are desert communities in the northwest area of Nevada bordering California. From Reno, North Lake Tahoe is 35-miles away making it a great day or weekend escape. Reno is known as “The Biggest Little City” as it has a small-town feel and all the amenities and nightlife of any big city. It is a more laid-back and smaller version of Las Vegas that is appealing. In recent years, these communities have seen an influx of new residents as many technology companies have moved into the region, such as Tesla, Amazon, Panasonic, and Microsoft for more favorable tax advantages.
Reno, Carson, Minden, and Gardnerville lie east of the majestic Sierra Nevada Mountains. Residing in a desert valley, most homes have spectacular mountain views that make this area a sought-after place to live. Residents can expect plenty of sunny days throughout the year with only a small amount of rain in the summer and some snow in the winter in this high-desert climate. Many of the luxury homes are in lovely master-planned communities. The large properties are often ranches with horses, trails, golf courses, and hot springs.
What to Love
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Desert communities at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains
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A beautiful river walk along the Truckee River
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Proximity to Lake Tahoe
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Close to mountains and outdoor fun
- Exciting nightlife, casinos, culture, and annual festivals
Local Lifestyle
Reno, Carson, Minden, and Gardnerville each have luxury desert communities with stunning views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. With access to the river, mountains, and Lake Tahoe, residents enjoy hiking, skiing, golfing, horseback riding, fishing, and so much more throughout the year.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
In the communities of Reno, Carson, Minden, and Gardnerville, the top restaurants will primarily be in Reno, Carson City, and Virginia City. In Reno, you don’t even need to leave the airport to find excellent places to eat, such as Mari Chuy’s Mexican Kitchen.
In Carson City, The Basil and Red’s Old 395 Grille are the best eateries that locals frequent. There are also great restaurants and saloons in Virginia City, an old cowboy ghost town about 25-miles from Reno.
The premier shopping areas are the Meadowood Mall, the Riverwalk District, and The Summit with a variety of boutique-style shops and high-end brands.
Things To Do
The Truckee Riverwalk, also known as the Riverwalk District, runs along the Truckee River in downtown Reno. There is a riverfront park, shops, restaurants, bars, and art galleries to enjoy. Those who enjoy staying active outdoors can go hiking, cycling, skiing, kayaking, golfing, river rafting, fishing, and horseback riding all within minutes of home.
Hot August Nights in Reno and Virginia City is where the celebration of classic cars and rock n’ roll come together on what is said to be the hottest nights of the year. It is the chance to see the coolest vintage and muscle cars and listen to great bands.
At the Reno Air Races, thousands come to watch pilots race various aircraft including an exciting acrobatic show. The Great Reno Balloon Race is famous for being the world’s largest free hot-air ballooning festival. The chance to see over 80 hot air balloons take off creating a beautiful and vibrant view over the city of Reno is bucket list-worthy.
The Reno Rodeo referred to as the “Wildest, Richest, Rodeo in the West” is a fun sporting event to attend. It has been running for over 100 years and fans can watch bull riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, and a whole lot more.
Schools
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Hunter Lake Elementary School
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Roy Gomm Elementary School
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Hunsberger Elementary School
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The Davidson Academy of Nevada
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Galena High School
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The University of Nevada at Reno
