Carson City Blog

Carson City is a complicated place. It's calm and simple on the surface with a whole lot going on underneath. For one thing, it's a nice little city with a lot of shopping opportunities, professional services, arts and entertainment surrounded by a nice rural and agricultural region. It creates another layer of activity being located in Nevada, having the casinos and gaming action going on. Throw in the fact that Carson City is the capital of the state, with all of the politics and legislation that this involves, and you've got yourself a bustling little metropolis. With all of that coming and going, it's easy to miss out on something you really wanted to be involved in. One way to stay on top of all the A-list events is to be sure to check our weekly blog. You'll get the news from people who know the capital city best, with the inside story on everything happening from Washoe Valley all the way down to Indian Hills and the Carson Valley and from C-Hill on over toward Mound House and Dayton. From the politicians and the professionals to the ranchers and the retirees, from the state workers to the casino executives, we'll keep you up to date on everything you need to know!

Blog Posts of Carson City

It could be an update of what local bands are playing the lounge circuit this week or a preview of the lineup of celebrities on tap for the Nevada Day parade. Maybe it's a highlight of several top hiking trails in the surrounding hills or some tips for fishing the Carson River. Whatever it is that you want to know about Carson City, just be sure to visit the Carson City blog on a regular basis, and you'll be the best-informed person in town!

4 Great RV Parks in the Carson City Area

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, February 24, 2026
RV parks are great places to stop when you're ready for adventure but need some amenities like laundry, electricity and maybe even a pool. As a gateway to Tahoe and the Eastern Sierras, Carson City is the perfect stopping point whether you are coming from the east or west. No stranger to RV traffic, Carson City boasts... Read More

Hiking to Kings Canyon Waterfall from Carson City

By Dan Bablinskas | Monday, January 26, 2026
High desert living has its advantages – clear skies and crisp air being the most favored – but the one downside is the lack of water in the surrounding environment. For this reason, the sources of water that we do have make destinations in themselves, whether lakes, streams, rivers, springs or even, on the rare... Read More

Carson City Walk and Shop Hotspots for the Holiday Season

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, December 9, 2025
As this year continues to be dry and relatively warm, the idea of walking and shopping around Carson City is more appealing than ever. So let’s take a tour of best places to park your car and walk and shop for local holiday gifts in the greater Carson City area. Stop by The Purple Avocado on your Carson City shopping... Read More

Carson City’s Kit Carson Walking Tour

By Dan Bablinskas | Monday, November 17, 2025
We’ve been having great fall weather this year in northern Nevada. Apart from the occasional day of high winds, this is the best season to be outdoors, with mild days, cool nights and plenty of sunshine. A great to enjoy this fall weather is by exploring Carson City through a self-guided walking tour. The Kit Carson... Read More

Step into the Past with a Day Trip to Genoa, Nevada

By Dan Bablinskas | Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Just 15 minutes south of Carson City is Genoa, Nevada’s oldest recognized town. But unlike the many ghost towns or soon-to-be ghost towns that dot Nevada, Genoa is brimming with activity. There, you get to step back into the past and enjoy historic Nevada while still seeing people carry on with their everyday lives.... Read More