Terri & Michael's Guidebook
Family Fun
Definitely a local favorite, great fun for the whole family!!
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Кокосовая чаша на Wild Island
1855 E Lincoln WayDefinitely a local favorite, great fun for the whole family!!
"Wild Island, the biggest little locally owned and operating waterpark and family entertainment complex in the West, opened first with the waterpark in June, 1989. Today, Wild Island boasts a multitude of year-round family fun including 36 holes of beautifully themed and landscaped miniature golf, a game arcade and redemption center, Sprint and Indy go kart raceways, and the Coconut Bowl that includes 40 lanes of bowling excitement as well as lanes for private parties, the High Ballocity interactive, three-level play structure, Pirate Cove indoor black light mini golf and challenging laser mazes, not to mention pool tables and Water Dogs Sports Bar and Grill, featuring two bars and more TVs than you can count." There’s fun for everyone! Let the kid in you enjoy the great adventure.
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Wild Island Family Adventure Park - Водный парк
250 Wild Island Ct"Wild Island, the biggest little locally owned and operating waterpark and family entertainment complex in the West, opened first with the waterpark in June, 1989. Today, Wild Island boasts a multitude of year-round family fun including 36 holes of beautifully themed and landscaped miniature golf, a game arcade and redemption center, Sprint and Indy go kart raceways, and the Coconut Bowl that includes 40 lanes of bowling excitement as well as lanes for private parties, the High Ballocity interactive, three-level play structure, Pirate Cove indoor black light mini golf and challenging laser mazes, not to mention pool tables and Water Dogs Sports Bar and Grill, featuring two bars and more TVs than you can count." There’s fun for everyone! Let the kid in you enjoy the great adventure.
Victorian Square is what was once just downtown Sparks. The railroad yard with its famously huge roundhouse — the biggest in the USA when it was built
Victorian Avenue is bright with lights and lively with public events the year around. Reno Craft Beer Week is a region-wide festival attracting both traveling and local beer enthusiasts and encouraging breweries, restaurants, pubs and retailers throughout the Truckee Meadows to feature craft beer. Hot August Nights brings a gleaming parade of classic American automobiles to Victorian Square, and Pumpkin Palooza is for kids, a harvest-themed funfest in October.
The Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off in Victorian Square is America’s largest barbecue festival. A half-million hungry BBQ lovers consume 100 tons of ribs over six days.
With free headliner entertainment each day, a kids’ area and craft booths, the Rib Cook-Off has become the country’s ultimate end-of-summer family affair.
Victorian Square
764-794 Victorian AveVictorian Square is what was once just downtown Sparks. The railroad yard with its famously huge roundhouse — the biggest in the USA when it was built
Victorian Avenue is bright with lights and lively with public events the year around. Reno Craft Beer Week is a region-wide festival attracting both traveling and local beer enthusiasts and encouraging breweries, restaurants, pubs and retailers throughout the Truckee Meadows to feature craft beer. Hot August Nights brings a gleaming parade of classic American automobiles to Victorian Square, and Pumpkin Palooza is for kids, a harvest-themed funfest in October.
The Best in the West Nugget Rib Cook-Off in Victorian Square is America’s largest barbecue festival. A half-million hungry BBQ lovers consume 100 tons of ribs over six days.
With free headliner entertainment each day, a kids’ area and craft booths, the Rib Cook-Off has become the country’s ultimate end-of-summer family affair.
Recreation
Take a walk, jog, bike ride or roller blade around the Marina and enjoy the scenery.
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Sparks Marina Park
300 Howard DrTake a walk, jog, bike ride or roller blade around the Marina and enjoy the scenery.
This is a must for the Advid golfer. Two 18 hole courses to choose from. After the round have a meal at David’s Grill right there on grounds.
Гольф-курорт Красный Ястреб
6600 N Wingfield PkwyThis is a must for the Advid golfer. Two 18 hole courses to choose from. After the round have a meal at David’s Grill right there on grounds.
Rock Park, is a narrow strip of greenery located along the Truckee River in Sparks (the city next to Reno) also has a small whitewater park like the Truckee River Whitewater Park where you can tube, kayak and play in the waves. A real community park, on the weekends this park is full of families, food vendors and children on the various play structures. There are numerous picnic areas with shade structures and many beautiful trees. This is also a great place to fish for trout on the Truckee River.The park can actually be accessed from Reno via the Tahoe-Pyramid Bikeway by foot or by bike.
Rock Park
1515 S Rock BlvdRock Park, is a narrow strip of greenery located along the Truckee River in Sparks (the city next to Reno) also has a small whitewater park like the Truckee River Whitewater Park where you can tube, kayak and play in the waves. A real community park, on the weekends this park is full of families, food vendors and children on the various play structures. There are numerous picnic areas with shade structures and many beautiful trees. This is also a great place to fish for trout on the Truckee River.The park can actually be accessed from Reno via the Tahoe-Pyramid Bikeway by foot or by bike.
This beautiful and tranquil place is the perfect spot to take the whole family. Walk through the breath taking gardens, or just find a bench along the path and read your favorite book or just take in the peace and quiet as you listen to the many birds who live there. Look for butterflies through the spring and summer as well. You can also have a family picnic either on the grass area or tables. The museum is just a small fee of $7.00. Your children will learn about the history of this well kept secret place.
Arboretum
This beautiful and tranquil place is the perfect spot to take the whole family. Walk through the breath taking gardens, or just find a bench along the path and read your favorite book or just take in the peace and quiet as you listen to the many birds who live there. Look for butterflies through the spring and summer as well. You can also have a family picnic either on the grass area or tables. The museum is just a small fee of $7.00. Your children will learn about the history of this well kept secret place.
Shopping
Great place to take the family or just stroll through by yourself. Take a ride on the giant Ferris Wheel inside the legendary Scheel’s Sports Center.
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The Outlets at Legends
1310 Scheels DriveGreat place to take the family or just stroll through by yourself. Take a ride on the giant Ferris Wheel inside the legendary Scheel’s Sports Center.
Sparks Galleria Shopping Center
Has great places to shop and eat.
Eats
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
1180 Scheels DriveEnjoy the best in town
If you love Mexican food this is the place to go. The food is excellent and the service is outstanding!
Los Compadres
1250 Disc DrIf you love Mexican food this is the place to go. The food is excellent and the service is outstanding!
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
425 Sparks BlvdFamily-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
In the mood for a quick meal? Than enjoy this Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
In-N-Out Burger
280 Pyramid WayIn the mood for a quick meal? Than enjoy this Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
AN AWARD-WINNING STEAKHOUSE IN SPARKS, NV
A casual, yet elegant restaurant, The Steak House is a local’s favorite. Enjoy a martini from our world-class martini list or a bottle of wine from our extensive wine list. Indulge in an appetizer, or a salad prepared at your table, followed by a tender steak that is always fresh.
Unforgettable table side desserts including Bananas Foster, Cherries Jubilee and Coffee Diablo. Each prepared for 2 or more guests.
RESERVATIONS
Due to the popularity of The Steakhouse, we encourage reservations two weeks in advance. For reservations call: 775.353.4916. The Steakhouse can only take parties up to 12 people. If you would like to make reservations for parties of 5 or more, please call.
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Western Village Steakhouse
815 Nichols BlvdAN AWARD-WINNING STEAKHOUSE IN SPARKS, NV
A casual, yet elegant restaurant, The Steak House is a local’s favorite. Enjoy a martini from our world-class martini list or a bottle of wine from our extensive wine list. Indulge in an appetizer, or a salad prepared at your table, followed by a tender steak that is always fresh.
Unforgettable table side desserts including Bananas Foster, Cherries Jubilee and Coffee Diablo. Each prepared for 2 or more guests.
RESERVATIONS
Due to the popularity of The Steakhouse, we encourage reservations two weeks in advance. For reservations call: 775.353.4916. The Steakhouse can only take parties up to 12 people. If you would like to make reservations for parties of 5 or more, please call.
COFFEE SHOP FAVORITES IN A TUSCAN ATMOSPHERE
Open 24 hours a day, our newest restaurant offers a complete menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites in a warm Tuscan ambiance. With everything from Eggs Benedict and our 1 lb. Terminator Hamburger, to New York Sirloin Steak, there's something for everyone on our extensive menu.
Café Bellini
825 Nichols BlvdCOFFEE SHOP FAVORITES IN A TUSCAN ATMOSPHERE
Open 24 hours a day, our newest restaurant offers a complete menu of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites in a warm Tuscan ambiance. With everything from Eggs Benedict and our 1 lb. Terminator Hamburger, to New York Sirloin Steak, there's something for everyone on our extensive menu.
"With over 500 hot slots, video poker, a comfortable Sports Book, great cash promotions and giveaways, Baldini’s Casino is the local’s favorite place to play. Dining destinations include Brickyard Bar & Grill, serving the Awful Awful and some of the best food around. Baldini’s Sports Casino is an all-around gaming and entertainment venue that legitimately delivers it all. We feature the newest games from slot manufactures, IGT, Williams Gaming, Bally, Konami, and more! With over 500 hot slots and video poker games, a comfortable Sports Book, great cash promotions and giveaways, Baldini’s Casino is the local’s favorite place to play."
Казино Baldini's Sports Casino
865 S Rock Blvd"With over 500 hot slots, video poker, a comfortable Sports Book, great cash promotions and giveaways, Baldini’s Casino is the local’s favorite place to play. Dining destinations include Brickyard Bar & Grill, serving the Awful Awful and some of the best food around. Baldini’s Sports Casino is an all-around gaming and entertainment venue that legitimately delivers it all. We feature the newest games from slot manufactures, IGT, Williams Gaming, Bally, Konami, and more! With over 500 hot slots and video poker games, a comfortable Sports Book, great cash promotions and giveaways, Baldini’s Casino is the local’s favorite place to play."
COME PLAY IN THE NEW NEIGHBORHOOD!
Legends Bay Casino – the first new Northern Nevada casino in more than 20 years – is now open in Sparks, Nevada. Built from the ground up, we’ve left standard by the wayside. It’s new cool, with a touch of old-school.
You may have met our neighbors. We’re located at The Outlets at Legends—an upscale, open-air shopping and entertainment destination with more than 60 stores and restaurants, two hotels, an IMAX Galaxy Theatre, outdoor festivals, and more. And all of this surrounds the beautiful Sparks Marina.
Legends Bay Casino
COME PLAY IN THE NEW NEIGHBORHOOD!
Legends Bay Casino – the first new Northern Nevada casino in more than 20 years – is now open in Sparks, Nevada. Built from the ground up, we’ve left standard by the wayside. It’s new cool, with a touch of old-school.
You may have met our neighbors. We’re located at The Outlets at Legends—an upscale, open-air shopping and entertainment destination with more than 60 stores and restaurants, two hotels, an IMAX Galaxy Theatre, outdoor festivals, and more. And all of this surrounds the beautiful Sparks Marina.
Destination
Dubbed “the biggest little city in the world,” Reno is famous for its casinos, and is the birthplace of the gaming corporation, Harrah's Entertainment. The Reno-Tahoe area is known as “America's Adventure Place.”
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Reno
Dubbed “the biggest little city in the world,” Reno is famous for its casinos, and is the birthplace of the gaming corporation, Harrah's Entertainment. The Reno-Tahoe area is known as “America's Adventure Place.”
Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the border of California and Nevada. It’s known for its beaches and ski resorts. On the southwest shore, Emerald Bay State Park contains the 1929 Nordic-style mansion Vikingsholm. Along the lake’s northeast side, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park includes Sand Harbor Beach and Spooner Lake, a gateway to the long-distance Tahoe Rim Trail.
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Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the border of California and Nevada. It’s known for its beaches and ski resorts. On the southwest shore, Emerald Bay State Park contains the 1929 Nordic-style mansion Vikingsholm. Along the lake’s northeast side, Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park includes Sand Harbor Beach and Spooner Lake, a gateway to the long-distance Tahoe Rim Trail.
Virginia City is a town southeast of Reno. It's home to Victorian buildings built during a 19th-century mining boom. These include the reportedly haunted Washoe Club and stately Piper’s Opera House. Collections at The Way It Was Museum feature mining artifacts and maps. Fourth Ward School Museum has an 1876 classroom and history displays. Silver ore and rock drills are among the exhibits at Chollar Mine.
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Virginia City Cigar and Bar
69 N C StreetVirginia City is a town southeast of Reno. It's home to Victorian buildings built during a 19th-century mining boom. These include the reportedly haunted Washoe Club and stately Piper’s Opera House. Collections at The Way It Was Museum feature mining artifacts and maps. Fourth Ward School Museum has an 1876 classroom and history displays. Silver ore and rock drills are among the exhibits at Chollar Mine.
Carson City, Nevada, is the capital city of Nevada. It is situated in the perfect locale for outdoor excursions, close to the hills of the Sierra Nevada and the Great Basin. With a high alpine, high desert ecosystem, Carson City offers the opportunity to hit up mountain biking, horseback riding, white water rafting, and hot air ballooning.
When you’re in Nevada, it’s worth rolling the dice at least once. I see it as a cultural adventure, but whatever your impetus for gambling in Carson City, you’ll find your fill at one of Carson City’s 16+ casinos.
Hit up the museums. Carson City has a great wealth of choices when it comes to exploring museums. Perhaps the best place to start when orienting yourself in Carson City is at the Nevada State Museum.
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Carson City
Carson City, Nevada, is the capital city of Nevada. It is situated in the perfect locale for outdoor excursions, close to the hills of the Sierra Nevada and the Great Basin. With a high alpine, high desert ecosystem, Carson City offers the opportunity to hit up mountain biking, horseback riding, white water rafting, and hot air ballooning.
When you’re in Nevada, it’s worth rolling the dice at least once. I see it as a cultural adventure, but whatever your impetus for gambling in Carson City, you’ll find your fill at one of Carson City’s 16+ casinos.
Hit up the museums. Carson City has a great wealth of choices when it comes to exploring museums. Perhaps the best place to start when orienting yourself in Carson City is at the Nevada State Museum.
"The Sparks Heritage Museum is a museum that celebrates the history and heritage of the City of Sparks, Nevada and the connections to the surrounding area of the Truckee Meadows. The Museum has been in operation since 1987 and has several galleries and a gift shop. Guests are encouraged to join as members to receive the quarterly newsletter and the museum supports schools and the public with educational tours and monthly lecture series and special events throughout the year. Located in the heart of Downtown Sparks, Nevada the museum is situated with easy access directly off the Pyramid Street exit off I-80, and is surrounded by many restaurants and parks with plenty of walking space. A great place to spend the day!"
Sparks Heritage Museum
814 Victorian Ave"The Sparks Heritage Museum is a museum that celebrates the history and heritage of the City of Sparks, Nevada and the connections to the surrounding area of the Truckee Meadows. The Museum has been in operation since 1987 and has several galleries and a gift shop. Guests are encouraged to join as members to receive the quarterly newsletter and the museum supports schools and the public with educational tours and monthly lecture series and special events throughout the year. Located in the heart of Downtown Sparks, Nevada the museum is situated with easy access directly off the Pyramid Street exit off I-80, and is surrounded by many restaurants and parks with plenty of walking space. A great place to spend the day!"
Pet Fun
Sparks Marina Off-Leash Dog Park is a public dog park located on the south side of the Sparks Marina Park in Reno, Nevada. The city park is very popular among dog walkers in the community due to its convenient location and the other amenities it offers, such as volleyball courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Not only is it a great place to bring your canine companion, family members of all ages and interests will find something fun to do here. There are also plenty of trails, walking paths, and scenic viewpoints around this beautiful park that features a 77-acre lake. The Sparks Marina Off-Leash Dog Park is also the only dog park in the area that provides canines with water access and an opportunity to swim around with their four-legged buddies. Approximately one acre in size, the dog run features everything you would want from a dog park, from drinking fountains, close proximity to restrooms, and several dog waste clean-up stations.
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Sparks Marina Park
300 Howard DrSparks Marina Off-Leash Dog Park is a public dog park located on the south side of the Sparks Marina Park in Reno, Nevada. The city park is very popular among dog walkers in the community due to its convenient location and the other amenities it offers, such as volleyball courts, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Not only is it a great place to bring your canine companion, family members of all ages and interests will find something fun to do here. There are also plenty of trails, walking paths, and scenic viewpoints around this beautiful park that features a 77-acre lake. The Sparks Marina Off-Leash Dog Park is also the only dog park in the area that provides canines with water access and an opportunity to swim around with their four-legged buddies. Approximately one acre in size, the dog run features everything you would want from a dog park, from drinking fountains, close proximity to restrooms, and several dog waste clean-up stations.
Pet Care
Pet Station Spanish Springs
9725 Pyramid WayTractor Supply is another great place to get everything you need for your Pet, plus they also have a wash station.
Tractor Supply Co.
451 E Prater WayTractor Supply is another great place to get everything you need for your Pet, plus they also have a wash station.