Life in Reno, Nevada

Q: Where is Reno located?
A: Reno is located along the Great Basin, and east of the Sierra Nevada. The city sits more than four thousand feet above sea level in the county of Washoe. Reno, Nevada is situated close to Washoe Lake, Pyramid Lake and the popular tourist destination of Lake Tahoe.

Q: What is special about Reno?
A: Reno has been celebrating the joy of flight since 1982 with an event called The Great Reno Balloon Race. Held near the University of Nevada in San Rafael Park, the race is the largest free hot air ballooning event in the country. Originally a 20 balloon race, today more than 100 hot air balloons participate in the event.

Q: What neighborhoods are in Reno?
A: The City of Sparks is sometimes referred to as Reno's twin city, and was orginally named Harriman. Virginia City is one of the most historic places in the state of Nevada, dating back to the 1850's. Cold Springs, Sun Valley, and Spanish Springs are also located in the Reno metro area.

Q:  What is there to do in Reno?
A: Originally the gambling capital of the country, Reno is well known for its casinos, and is often called the Biggest Little City in the World. Reno's major hotel casinos include Peppermill Atlantis and the Grand Sierra Resort. Several top-rated ski resorts are located close to Reno, Nevada including Alpine Meadows and the Heavenly Mountain Resort.

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