Lake Tahoe: The Jewel of the Sierra
1844Lake Tahoe straddles the California-Nevada border and is the largest alpine lake in North America.
9.3 mi away
Everything Stateline is known for
Lake Tahoe straddles the California-Nevada border and is the largest alpine lake in North America.
First permanent non-Native settlement in Nevada, founded as a Mormon trading post in 1851.
21 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Imagine a lone rider, galloping full speed, desperate to deliver crucial news – that was the Pony Express, and this spot, Friday's Station, was a vital stop on their perilous journey. Back in 1860, this was a bustling…
First permanent non-Native settlement in Nevada, founded as a Mormon trading post in 1851.
Imagine a place so sacred, it was a spiritual hub for generations. That's Cave Rock. For the Washoe people, this volcanic formation, known as deʔek wadapush, wasn't just a landmark; it was a place of deep reverence. In…
Picture yourself escaping the city heat and arriving at a lakeside paradise, just like the Pope family did at this very estate. Built in the 1880s, the Pope Estate wasn't always called that. It was originally the summer…
Imagine finding a slice of Scandinavia nestled in the heart of the Sierra Nevada. That's Vikingsholm. Built in 1929 by Lora Knight, Vikingsholm was designed to be an authentic replica of a Viking-era castle. Knight was…
Beneath these crystal-clear waters lies a time capsule from Lake Tahoe's glamorous past: the SS Tahoe. Launched in 1896, this elegant steamship ferried wealthy tourists, mail, and essential supplies around the lake for…
Lake Tahoe straddles the California-Nevada border and is the largest alpine lake in North America.
Imagine Lake Tahoe without the crowds – a place of towering pines and pristine shoreline. That's what Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park helps preserve. Originally called Sugar Pine Point State Park, this area became…
This is where generations of Native American children were taken from their families. From 1890 to 1980, the Stewart Indian School operated here as an off-reservation boarding school. The U.S. government's policy at the…
Pull over and get ready to step back in time! This isn't just a pretty view; it's the site of the Thunderbird Lodge, a millionaire's playground built to indulge some pretty wild whims. Millionaire George Whittell Jr.…
This isn't just any old train; it's a piece of the legendary Virginia & Truckee Railroad, a vital artery for the Comstock Lode's silver boom!This is Virginia & Truckee Railroad Locomotive No. 27. It's a 4-6-0…
Imagine stagecoaches clattering up to this very spot – this is the St. Charles-Muller's Hotel, built way back in 1862. Originally known as the St. Charles Hotel, it quickly became a vital stop, even earning the nickname…
Ever ridden a Ferris wheel? You're near a place that helped make it happen!This is the Sears–Ferris House, built around 1863 by Gregory Sears, a Carson City businessman. In 1868, George Washington Gale Ferris Sr.,…
Did you know Mark Twain lived here while honing his legendary wit? This is the Orion Clemens House, where Twain resided with his brother Orion in Carson City. Orion, a lawyer, built this house in 1862 and served as the…
Pull over here for a minute; you're about to discover the story of a true Nevada artist. This unassuming house was once home to Dat So La Lee, a Washoe basket weaver whose work is now celebrated worldwide. Born around…
Hold on tight, because this unassuming building once churned out millions of dollars in silver and gold, fueling the Wild West boom! The Carson City Mint, established in 1863, didn't actually start striking coins until…
Step back in time at this historic railroad depot, a vital link in the Virginia & Truckee Railroad that shaped Nevada's destiny. This is the Carson City station. Following the discovery of the Comstock Lode mine in…
This charming chapel, built in 1909, is associated with retail magnate Robert Montgomery Ward. Known as the Chapel of the Transfiguration, or Saint Nicholas Episcopal Church Outdoor Chapel, this rustic structure was…
This prison operated for 150 years, and inmates once mined silver and produced license plates here. Nevada State Prison opened in 1862, not long after Nevada became a territory. Initially, prisoners were leased out to…
This unassuming dam controls the flow of water from the iconic Lake Tahoe, regulating its levels and sending water downstream. Back in 1870, a privately owned dam was built here to manage Tahoe's outflow. But as demand…
All aboard! This area was once a vital hub for a narrow-gauge steam locomotive that hauled lumber around Lake Tahoe, fueling the region's booming timber industry.The Glenbrook, a 2-6-0 Mogul type locomotive, was built…