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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Reno,_NevadaReno, Nevada - Wikipedia

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   Reno (/ ˈriːnoʊ / REE-noh) is a city in the northwest section of the U.S. state of Nevada, along the Nevada–California border. It is the county seat and most populous city of Washoe County.

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Reno-NevadaReno | Nevada, Map, & History | Britannica

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   Oct 26, 2024 · Reno, city, seat (1871) of Washoe county, western Nevada, U.S. Although it is one of Nevada’s largest cities, its traditional nickname is “The Biggest Little City in the World.” The city lies on the Truckee River, near the California border and the Sierra Nevada foothills, amid magnificent and varied scenery.

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4. www.visittheusa.com › destination › renoReno, Nevada: Entertainment, Resorts, and Water Sports ...

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   Set along the Truckee River, Reno’s revitalized downtown is bursting with activity. This scenic shopping, eating and entertainment area has plenty of green spaces and a well-maintained bike path (and offers bike tours, too). Find intimate Italian dining, Irish pubs and upscale cocktail lounges. Shop the boutiques or explore several art galleries. S...

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   Animal Ark, a wildlife sanctuary, hosts lots of family-friendly events and has cheetahs, bears, birds of prey and other exotics. At the Sierra Nevada Zoological Park, you’ll see everything from tigers to parrots. If car culture is more your thing, take a day to visit the 220 on display at the National Automobile Museum, which also hosts themed even...

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   The Sierra Nevada Mountains are never far away, promising lots of rugged alpine fun when you’re done enjoying the city. Mount Rose, the most prominent on the skyline, rises 1,828 meters over Reno. Hike to the summit, or take one of the world-class mountain biking trails that fan out from the adjacent highway. Otherwise, take in the landscape by hor...

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   The Biggest Little City in the World. As the hub of Northern Nevada, Reno is a short drive from anything you could want. Besides boasting a myriad of activities within the city limits, once you’re here, you’re less than an hour away from all that Northern Nevada has to offer.

6. www.lonelyplanet.com › usa › southwestReno travel - Lonely Planet | Nevada, USA, North America

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   • National Automobile Museum. Stylized street scenes illustrate a century’s worth of automobile history at this engaging car museum. The collection is enormous and impressive, with one…
   • Nevada Museum of Art. In a sparkling building inspired by the geological formations of the Black Rock Desert north of town, a floating staircase leads to galleries showcasing…
   • Discovery. Since opening its doors in 2011 as a children's museum, the Discovery rapidly grew in popularity and expanded its focus to become a world-class, hands-on…
   • Galena Creek Recreation Area. Nineteen miles from downtown Reno, a complex network of scenic hiking trails beginning at this recreation area within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest…

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   Reno is in Northwestern Nevada, at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountains, and serves as the urban center for a region including nearby Carson City and the Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe, Pyramid Lake, and historic mining town Virginia City, home of the Comstock Lode.

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   Jul 1, 2018 · Reno is a day trip distance away from the famous Yosemite National Park, the best in the West for climbing, hiking, and incredible views. Get up early and plan on a four- to six-hour drive.

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   Where is Reno Nevada located?

   • Reno, city, seat (1871) of Washoe county, western Nevada, U.S. Although it is one of Nevada’s largest cities, its traditional nickname is “The Biggest Little City in the World.” The city lies on the Truckee River, near the California border and the Sierra Nevada foothills, amid magnificent and varied scenery. Adjacent to Reno is the city of Sparks.

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   Is Reno a city?

   • Reno shares its eastern border with the city of Sparks and is the larger of the principal cities of the Reno–Sparks, Nevada Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), a metropolitan area that covers Storey and Washoe counties. [ 53 ] The MSA had a combined population of 425,417 at the 2010 census. [ 54 ] There is an Italian-American community in Reno.

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   Is Reno a good place to live?

   • As the hub of Northern Nevada, Reno is a short drive from anything you could want. Besides boasting a myriad of activities within the city limits, once you’re here, you’re less than an hour away from all that Northern Nevada has to offer.

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   What is Reno Nevada famous for?

   • The city's famous neon signs light the streets of Reno, Nevada. Explore the Biggest Little City in the World with these top 10 tips. Surprisingly outdoorsy, Reno, Nevada, boasts proximity to 10 ski resorts, Burning Man, and growing food and art scenes.

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   Why is Reno called Reno?

   • [ 3 ] The city is named after Civil War Union Major General Jesse L. Reno, who was killed in action during the American Civil War at the Battle of South Mountain, on Fox's Gap. Reno is part of the Reno–Sparks metropolitan area, the second-most populous metropolitan area in Nevada after the Las Vegas Valley. [ 5 ]

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   How do I get to Reno Nevada?

   • The most direct route to Reno is via US 395. This route takes you up the Owens Valley to Bishop, past Mammoth Lakes, into Carson City and thence to Reno. The portion between Bishop and Carson City crosses three passes as high as 8,143 ft (2,482 m) that may have moderately heavy snowfall during winter storms.

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