Welcome to Carson City, Nevada!

It's hard to believe that Carson City is much more than a quiet, northern Nevada town when you walk down its tree-shaded streets lined with Victorian homes. Carson City is Nevada's oldest incorporated city and the state capital. The city's maturity also contributes to its large historic district, which reveals the region's past. Carson City's namesake, Kit Carson, put the area on the map when he traveled to the Eagle Valley region (Carson City's former name) in 1841 to survey northern Nevada. Eagle Valley soon had more residents as people passed through the area on their way to mine gold in California and the Comstock Lode of silver in nearby Virginia City. The area continued to prosper as the mining and railroad industries grew, but their profitability ceased by the 1880s. Carson City attracted more residents with state government, manufacturing, and gaming jobs, but the city retained its cultural identity as a mining and railroad town. Historical buildings and the gaming industry are two of the city's largest tourist draws. Visitors to Carson City's hotels and resorts also have the opportunity to participate in outdoor pursuits, such as fishing, hiking, and skiing.

Visiting Carson City

Carson City's climate is typical of northern Nevada. Tourists can enjoy hiking, fishing, or golfing year-round because Carson City gets an average 265 days of sunshine annually. The average temperature is 90 degrees during the summer and 45 degrees in the winter. Carson City also receives an average 22 inches of snow a year - making it a great place to hit the ski slopes. The city receives 11 inches of rain every year.