We hiked Taylor Creek Trail with our two kids and a stroller, and it was a great, very easy walk…read moreoverall. The trail is mostly flat and well-maintained, making it totally stroller-friendly and perfect for families with little ones. We arrived around 10:30 AM and finished by 11:30 AM, so it's a nice, short hike that doesn't take up your whole day. Parking was easy, with plenty of spots available. We visited in July (summer), and the mosquitoes were intense, especially near the swampy areas definitely wear mosquito repellent. Also worth noting: the swamp area has a strong smell, so if you're sensitive to odors, that's something to be aware of. We'd recommend avoiding lingering near the water. Overall, a great, low-effort trail for families or anyone looking for a relaxed walk just come prepared for bugs and smells in the summer.

Super nice and easy stroll on a wooden bridge walkway along a creek with some pretty scenic views…read more -usually way better this time of year w/ Kokanee Salmon flooding the creek with shades of RED as they swim - not this year, water level to low. -bear sighting are very common when the fish are in (i can confirm- saw a family of bear 2 years ago - had a pack of BACON just in case - LOL).....J/K....... - Verdict: check this place out when heading up to South Lake Tahoe....it's cool....

- There's a wealth of information provided to ambitiously curious travelers who happen to stumble…read moreupon this quaint visitor's center in the N. Lake Tahoe area. While, as a previous reviewer mentioned, we can simply thumb the need for quick advisable bits of info online, there's something a little more refreshing when one comes face to face with staff willing to make a road trip such a pleasure as the one my brother and I took a few weeks ago. Generally, I'm the kind of guy who tends to sight see locations of interest whenever I hop in my car and go. While the usual suspect tourist traps pull us in, there's something to be said of taking the road less traveled, and on this particular day, it was definitely worth the side venture. The woman working behind the counter was as friendly as can be. She started up a conversation with both my brother and I, engaging him even further personally in small talk as I wandered about the center taking the kitschy only in Tahoe merch laid about in well organized fashion. Thanks to her bubbly personality, my brother was able to learn about an overlook area allowing these breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe from high the windy above. I never thought to go further along in our travels that day, but such an opportunity to see nature in such grandeur was too hard to pass up. All in all, it was a great experience - a few minutes alone was well spent invested in this short road trip that my brother and I will take as a memorable part of the journey. I highly encourage others who may trek the same road we did, to also stop in and make themselves feel at home. You'll be so glad you did.

The visitor's center is a quaint, country cabin filled with lovely postcards, photographs of the…read morelake, books on the history of the region, the Comstock lode, and first settlers to Lake Tahoe! Franny Ramirez, the gift shop manager, was chock full of suggestions on the best views, walks, and hikes around Lake Tahoe. She has lived in the area for over 25 years, she said, and it shows in her knowledge of the region. From Incline Village to Sand Harbor, to Zephyr's Cove, to entertainment and gaming at South Shore, Fran had tips on what to see and do and covered Lake Tahoe in a very pleasant and conversant way. She sure helped us plan our week long trip. Thanks Fran!

The North Lake Tahoe Visitor Center is a great place to get more information and pick up souvenirs,…read moreetc. This surrounding area is so pretty and scenic!

Nice and helpful visitor center. Maps and tourist information. Bathroom. Keurig machine. Souvenirs…read more(magnets, ornaments, postcards, t-shirts, etc). Located close to hiking/biking trails. Tesla and EV chargers available.

Whenever we have guests visiting us in Reno, we take them to this city to check it out…read more Quality/Quantity - Welcome to the wild wild west, lol. A good tourist place to visit. Lots of things to see, do, eat, and drink. See Atmosphere below. Other attractions are - St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church, Historic Fourth Ward School Museum (see other 5 star review), Virginia City Outlaws, The Washoe Club Haunted Museum, Mackay Mansion, The Way It Was Museum, Silver Terrace Cemetery, Virginia City Visitor Center (see other 4 star review), etc. Atmosphere - Always a fun and great city to visit. Historical town. Sadly, I will miss the camel and ostrich races, see pictures. Also, I miss the motorcycle rodeo. Known for their tours - Ghosts, underground, mine, railroad, historic, trolley, etc! Parades - Approximately 8 a year; see their website. During the off season, there are plenty of free street parking, or $10 private lot parking. During peak season, you will have to park further and walk. Service - Good, caters to tourists. Price - Reasonable prices, especially for a tourist destination. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1859. I am glad that you are still prospering.

We were so glad that we stopped by the Visitor Center because we received some helpful information…read moreabout the attractions in Virginia City. We tried a tasting of their Cemetary Gin. Wow, made with unique botanicals, juniper berries, and Neveda pine nuts... it was very flavorful and reminded me of Christmas flavors. We bought two bottles and a t-shirt. Bathrooms are nice and clean - which is always a bonus anywhere!

I'm surprised there's no reviews…read more This is a conveniently located spot to get local info on what to do and where to go in the Lake Tahoe area. Even though it's on the Nevada side, there is plenty of helpful info on events, locations and amenities on the California side, as well.

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2 of 2 Reviews as CC has two Yelp listings…read more Quality/Quantity - #1 reason we come here is because the prices are cheaper than Reno! Especially Costco Gas prices. Sometimes the merchandise/sales are different and cheaper here than both the Reno and Sparks locations. And let's not talk about the CA prices... Plus, we like to support locals. We are slowly visiting all the local breweries, restaurants, etc. in this city. Cut and pasted from the internet: "The city is named after the mountain man Kit Carson (1809-1868)." "The Washoe people have inhabited the valley and surrounding areas for about 6,000 years." Capital of NV. See my other Yelp reviews. I feel this is what/how Reno was 40 years ago. Wait, am I implying I'm old...? LOL. A nice small town vibe. Things to do in CC: State capital. Governor's mansion. Museums. Open lands - Trails (Kit Carson Trail), water falls, dam, parks, disc golf course, casinos, hot springs, and of course for me, breweries; etc. Atmosphere - 157+ square miles, 12.6 of it is water. Elevation 4682. Population 58k+. Service - Overall good. More of a small town feeling. Just double checked and so far the only 3 star restaurant review was for Burger King, do I need to say more?!?! Price - Still affordable, less expensive than Reno and Sparks. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1858. I enjoy visiting more and more. After we are done exploring, what next? Genoa.

I went here today, Monday, May 6, 2019. It is on the first floor of an office building, with the…read moreentrance facing North Carson Street. Parking is right on the south side of the building. You must enter from North Carson street, as the parking lot is one way, and exits on North Curry Street. (Google Maps GPS directs you to West Washington Street, where there is no parking; don't listen to it). There were two parking spaces open when I came about 3 PM, plus two handicapped spaces. When I left though, there was only the one handicapped spot. It probably will get worse on a day the Nevada State Museum across the parking lot is open. You can probably find parking around North Curry Street though. This location is run by the Consolidated Municipality of Carson City, and this department runs Nevada Day each year. Their other job is to be a resource for visitors to the city. They differ from the Carson City Chamber of Commerce (which is a private business) in that the latter focuses on businesses and new residents of the city, though they also have a lot of things for visitors too. Being a branch of Carson City, this office has free wifi. The office is basically a store, with some free information for visitors, such as brochures. They also give away free Nevada Route 50 (The Loneliest Road in America) passports here (and stamp them), as well as free Carson City stickers. Among the items for sell are various commemorative coins, books, t-shirts, sweatshirts, baby clothes, hats, key chains, pins, magazines, flags, kitchen ware, jewelry, postcards, cards, and wooden magnets. Some of the items were expensive, like the 2018 limited edition Nevada Day coin (only 200 made) for $15, while others were more reasonable, like three postcards for $1 I believe. There is a nice sitting area in the middle, a swell as free coffee and hot chocolate for visitors. Beware: there were ants all around the coffee area and near the cash register. They were attracted by the sugar. I had to be careful not to set my hot chocolate down near them. The employee told me they have called an exterminator. She also wiped up the ants which I showed her (that is a never-ending task, as there are thousands of them in the colony, and they leave pheromones marking the trail to the food source). I saw at least four different employees in offices, and a conference room in the back. I picked up by Nevada Highway 50 passport, and the employee stamped it in four places. I was giddy about that. She knew her job well, and knew exactly how and where to stamp so it didn't blur and was upright. I also asked where the stop was for the tourist train which goes to Virginia City. The employee gladly got me a map and brochure showing me where it was (hint: it is not qt the Nevada State Railroad Museum on South Carson Street). The employee who attended to me was very professional and helpful. In my 30 minutes here, I saw a father and son come in who were tourists. It should begin to pick up after Memorial Day. I was very happy with my trip here and will come again to get other Nevada tourism information.

I went here on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. I was looking forward to going here since I had enjoyed my…read morevisit the previous day at the Carson City Visitors Bureau. The first thing I noticed as I pulled into the parking lot in Edgewood Village (that's the name of the center) that it was a little difficult to find. There are multiple buildings and parking lots here, a rotary, and parking garage, so I didn't know where to go. I drove slowly, then realized there was a driver behind me, so I felt embarrassed. Finally I saw their sign and pulled into the parking lot on the left of the building. Parking is not apparent, as I wasn't sure if I should park in the garage across the way or the side parking lot. When I got there, I apparently entered the rear entrance, There was a directory, stairs, and an elevator with three floors. There were also restrooms in the Douglas County offices hallway on that level, and a decorative bear. I realized the Visitors Center was on the lower floor. As I later learned, there is another entrance, the main entrance, that is in US Route 50, but that is a busy route and there is no parking there. They might do this for pedestrians, but I can't imagine they get too many in that area. I wish they made the rear entrance the man entrance. I found the center downstairs and walked around. I was immediately greeted by the employee at the desk. She was professional. I told I was just looking around, and she went back to her computer. I took a lot of pictures. There were a ton of large plastic bear statues, displays about Nevada's gambling history, informational signs about Carson City and Virginia City, and tons of brochures and maps. There were also free stickers and postcards, and a number of places where you could sit down. But no free drinks like at Carson City. I asked for the password for the public wifi for "LTVA_PUBLIC" (Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority"), which my phone found, and the employee said that is only for guests attending meetings. A little deceptive I think, plus the employee seemed a little curt when she said that. I also asked if this was public, like Carson City's Visitors Bureau. She said this was private and non-profit. I concluded my visit my taking this picture of a huge pine cone on the front desk (see my pic). The employee said "isn't that huge?". I said yes. I asked if it was real, and she said yes. I didn't realize they got that big. An employee the other year said the Toyotas at CardinaleWay Toyota (as it was then called) in South Lake Tahoe were damaged from a pine cone storm, and now I see why. I will leave four stars, only because the parking/entrance issues, and the wifi.

We (party of 5) got off at the wrong bus stop so we asked for help from the guy working at the…read morevisitor's desk, Mike. He was rude and sarcastic when we told him we were looking to find the heavenly transit center, and that we were unsure as to our current location. He tried confusing us several times, almost poking fun at the fact we were from out of town. The only thing helpful he finally did provide us with was a map. We ended up personally calling a shuttle to come pick us up. For a visitor's center, this place was not friendly or helpful.