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The City of Winnemucca welcomes you to our community! Our city has five well-maintained parks with sheltered picnic areas, playground equipment, restrooms and other amenities that are perfect for a leisurely picnic or your next family gathering. Vesco Park is located on Mizpah Street, and contains playground equipment, sheltered picnic areas, restrooms, three softball diamonds and two tennis courts. Also at Vesco Park you can find the Winnemucca Skate Park, offering plenty of dips and dives for skateboarders of all ages. The park plus the nearby golf course cover 65 lush acres. Perhaps the feather in Winnemucca’s cap is the beautiful nine-hole municipal golf course. The course features well-maintainted greens and two pond fountain features. Tee times are available during warm weather months. Winnemucca has two swimming pools — Bode Howard Memorial Pool is an indoor facility offering both lap swim and open swim hours six days a week. The Memorial Pool is located next to Vesco Park. Sage Heights Pool, located north of Winnemucca just off US Hwy. 95, is open during warm weather months. Located on the south end of Winnemucca is the Sports Complex, boasting four regulation-size softball diamonds. Located on the east end of Winnemucca is the new soccer complex and Boys and Girls Club building.
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Call Winnemucca City Hall at (775) 623-6338 for more information or to reserve one of the parks; or stop by and see us at 90 West Fourth St. in downtown Winnemucca.
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Welcome to Winnemucca!
Welcome to our little oasis in Northern Nevada. The hub of activity for Humboldt County since the 1860’s. We pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience for all residents and visitors alike and welcome each of you with first class facilities and a very friendly small-town atmosphere. Our area is famous for its open space opportunities including hiking, biking, fishing, photography, birding, rock hounding, ATV trails, camping and hunting. Our rich history includes numerous historic buildings and an outstanding museum to explore. Our community offers many nice gaming venues, hotel rooms and restaurants, including a fine Basque familystyle dining facility. Our golf course, complete with water hazards, is widely acknowledged to be the best nine-hole course in the State of Nevada. Our region has one of the largest known
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deposits of gold reserves in the world and our mining industry provides well paid jobs to thousands of our residents. Our area also produces more agricultural products than any other county in the State and ranching remains one of the primary industries.
Winnemucca is the only town in Nevada named after a Native American The City of Winnemucca was named after the famous Northern Paiute Indian Chief Old Winnemucca by one of President Lincoln’s map makers. When Winnemucca was young, before the discovery of gold in California, several white prospectors came into the area of the Humboldt Sink from the Boise River country. When they first saw Winnemucca, he was wearing only one moccasin and his other foot was bare. In the Paiute dialect, “mu-cha” means moccasin and the white men referred to him as “wan-na-muccha” — or “one moccasin.” This name, part English and part Paiute, pleased Winnemucca, and he adopted it as his new name, being referred to Chief thereafter as Wan-ne-mucWinnemucca cha by his tribe. The chief spent a lot of time in the region of the town of Winnemucca, attending “fandangoes,” ritual gatherings of several hundred people. Chief Winnemucca and his daughter, Sarah, traveled across the country, bringing attention to the plight of their people. In 1880, they presented their case in Washington, D.C. A statue of Sarah Winnemucca is housed in the National Statuary Hall Collection in the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. As a spokesperson for her people, Sarah gave The Sarah over 300 speeches to win support for them, and she Winnemucca met with President Rutherford B. Hayes and Secrestatue in Washington, D.C. tary of the Interior Carl Schurz in 1880. Her 1883 autobiography, “Life among the Piutes: Their Wrongs and Claims,” was the first book written by a Native American woman.
Activities are in abundance with a broad range of year-around events for both residents and visitors that include the world famous Shooting the West Photography Symposium, the Superior Livestock Auction, Winnemucca Wheels car event, Balloon Festival, Run-AMucca motorcycle event, Basque Festival, Dutch Oven Cook off, Rodeo events and many others. We are rich in community spirit and a strong civic consciousness. We are proud of the many successes of our citizens and the partnerships that we have developed county-wide. So, whether you are planning a visit, moving to our area, looking for a business site or considering a place to raise a family or retire, we’re delighted to welcome you. We are proud of our past and are even more excited about our future. I think you’ll agree – Winnemucca has it all! – Mayor Di An Putnam
Winnemucca Fast Facts
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The Humboldt County Courthouse. • There are about 7,500 people in Winnemucca. • The population of Humboldt County is roughly 18,000. • Humboldt County receives 8 inches of precipitation annually. • The average summer temperature is 98, while the average winter temperature is 20 degrees.
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PROUD TRADITIONS
Most of the people who make their home in Winnemucca have their livelihood tied to the land in one form or another. Agricultural pursuits and mining for gold, silver and other precious minerals are what bring many families to our small city, and love of the rolling hills and deserts are what make many of them stay. Winnemucca is located 167 miles east of Reno and 265 miles southwest of Boise, Idaho. The city covers 5.4 square miles and has about 7,500 people. The city of Winnemucca is the seat of
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Heavy equipment pairs with high-tech processes in the modern gold mining industry. Here, a shovel loads a truck at SSR/Marigold Mine. Humboldt County, and, since much of the county is rural, nearly half of the population lives inside the city limits. Winnemucca sits at a geographic crossroads — Interstate 80 takes travellers east and west through Winnemucca while U.S. Highway 95 brings drivers from Oregon and Idaho into the middle of town. Jungo Road takes adventurous drivers into the heart of the Black Rock Desert. Finally, a rail line with daily Amtrak service runs parallel to many of the town’s major streets. The city is also a cultural crossroads. There is a large Basque population who speak their native language, Euskera, and practice the customs of their homeland on a daily basis. In addition, there is a large and active Hispanic population in the community. Finally, northern Nevada is enriched by the presence of several Native American tribes, one of which, the Western Band of the Western Shoshone, has a colony within the city limits of Winnemucca.
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Mountain bike on several groomed trails No matter what type of two-wheeled adventure you’re looking for, the hills and deserts around Winnemucca offer exciting terrain. Nearly every weekend during the warmer months, riders take to the trails to eat a little Nevada dust. The “Bloody Shins Trail,” a 12-mile trail that begins right on the edge of town, is a good place to start. This rolling single track course is divided into beginner and expert grades (the last five miles range from intermediate to expert level) and offers endless views of the distant mountain ranges. In addition to the Bloody Shins Trail, the Sonoma Mountains (the range to the East
The “Bloody Shins Trail,” a single-track course located east of Winnemucca, offers beginning riders a 12-mile course. The trail is fairly easy and climbs in elevation from 4,570 feet to 4,820. Intermediate riders are invited to try their skills on the 12-mile track, a slightly more difficult course which rises 1,000 feet. Both courses are open March November.
of Winnemucca) offers old pack routes, cow trails, and Jeep trails crisscrossing the sagebrush strewn flanks of the hills. The Sonomas also excel for back country excursions, whether accessed by bicycle, motorbike, horseback or hiking. Several of the deep V-shaped canyons offer spring-fed creeks and pleasant camping experiences.
Mountain bike on Winnemucca Mountain
Get one of the best views in northern Nevada when you bike (or hike) to the top of Winnemucca Mountain. The Winnemucca Mountain Bike Hike Trail is accessed from Sage Heights (just off US Hwy. 95). Choose the 1 mile or 3.5 mile loops up the side of the mountain — or if you’re feeling strong take the 6 mile ride to the summit. For more information visit www.winnemuccabikeshop. com or stop by Bikes & More in downtown Winnemucca.
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Find miles of tracks and roads for offroad adventure!
Not everyone prefers to travel within the confines of a car — and astride a horse isn’t always the best way to spend a day in the desert. Sometimes, you just gotta take the bikes or ATVs out and eat some dust. Humboldt County has hundreds of miles of back roads that are ready for you to ride. Most motorcycle enthusiasts begin their desert trek accessing trails behind Winnemucca Mountain
(the big hill west of town with the “W” on it), or by driving their trucks and trailers up Water Canyon Road and parking at one of the campgrounds there. A second good jumping-off point for motorcycles and ATVs is Sand Pass Road, located just 11 miles north of Winnemucca on U.S. Highway 95. This road travels almost due east into the
Winnemucca Sand Dunes are acres of fun The Winnemucca sand dunes, located just a few miles north of the city, offer ATV enthusiasts, campers and folks who just like to dip their toes in the sand ample opportunities for enjoyment! The large, drifting dunes are a favorite with area ATV riders, who love the gently rolling hills and expansive landscapes. If you go, remember to pack plenty of water, sunscreen and maybe a jacket – sands can pack quite a sting! The Winnemucca sand dunes are easy to find, just hit US Hwy. 95 heading north from Winnemucca. The dunes are on the left (West) side about 8 miles out of town. 10 Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com
desert, and affords some awesome views, as well as a terrific ride! The Sonomas are excellent for back-country excursions, and are frequently accessed by riders both on motorcycle and mountain bike. Other options for riding include the Santa Rosa Mountains, above Paradise Valley; the Sand Dunes and Sand Pass Road north of Winnemucca and the Jungo area west of Winnemucca.
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Champion fish, record game and great bird hunting Winnemucca: Home to the Elusive Chukar If you love bird hunting, then you should know this area is synonymous with good upland game hunting. Northern Nevada claims legendary status as the “Chukar Capital of the Country.” There are a few reasons why. Long seasons and liberal bag limits make for more hunter recreation days than any other upland game bird. Plus, only the Great Basin can duplicate the original chukar habitat of India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, the birds’ native countries. Only here will you find the steep, rugged canyons with talus slopes and rocky outcrops that provide a perfect hideout for the birds. That makes a difference when it’s nearing sunset and you’ve already bagged your limit of six. That’s not to say the experience isn’t a humbling one. Cecil Hawkins says, “The chukar has bagged more hunters than hunters have bagged chukar. Always remember that.” Still, there will always be a next time.
Big Game Challenges Hunters Those who enjoy the sport of big game hunting will want to give Humboldt County a try! From the steep hillsides of the Santa Rosa Mountains to the wide deserts found throughout the area, Humboldt County seems to be prime territory for big game animals. The area is home to large herds of antelope and mule deer, as well as mountain goats and bighorn sheep, and their elusive predator, the mountain lion. Hunters from outside of Nevada should visit the Nevada Department of Wildlife Web site, www.ndow.org for more information about obtaining an out-of-state hunting tag, or get in touch with one of the area’s many hunting guides, who can help with every detail.
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Gaming is the Nevada tradition
Fun to play and exciting to win!
Gambling was first legalized in Nevada in 1931 to help reduce the impact of the Great Depression. As a point of interest, that fateful bill was introduced by freshman Assemblyman Phil Tobin of Winnemucca. There are many types of wagering available in Humboldt County, and depending on your mood, skill and your pocketbook, your choices vary. Below is a rundown of several different types of games available around the area, and how to get the most out of each.
Slot machines Slots are usually the first thing visible when one enters a casino, and they’re typically a gamer’s introduction to the gambling world. Slot machines, with their blinking lights, themes and fast pace, can be among the most exciting of casino games — and they offer a chance to win huge sums of cash for a small investment. There are many different types of slot machines out there — from the traditional favorite single pay line slots to multi-line video screen slots with bonus features and a dozen or more pay lines. Check out the newest video machines with graphics, sound and video from some of your favorite movies, television shows, and sports and pop stars. Computers have brought video games into the 21st century!
Video poker Video poker is the modern rage. In a small amount of space inside a casino, players can indulge in Jacks or Better, Deuces Wild, Jokers Wild and bonus and progressive poker action. This is a show most casinos would be hard-pressed to put on live, so the new computer video poker machines are a winner for both the house and the gamer.
Blackjack Though Blackjack originated in France, the casinos of Nevada have made it their own. Casinos each offer slight variations on the game, but the basics remain the same: The dealer places two cards before you, deals themselves one face up and one face down, and then you have a decision to make: draw or stand. 14 Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com
Keno Easy to play, keno is one of those games that gamblers either love or hate. Many grumble that the game has a low payout percentage — the odds are that the house will make a good living off of keno players. Others love the game, because it is one of the few casino wagers that can yield big payoffs for a small investment. Pick the right numbers, and you could go home with your pockets stuffed with cash!
Craps How to play. Are you kidding? This article is far too short to teach you how to play craps. This dice-throwing game is one of the most complex to learn, but also one of the most exciting. There are many different wagering options in a craps game, as well as many different outcomes depending on the roll of the dice.
Sports Betting A long time ‘til the outcome. With sports betting, time is on your side. As far as entertainment values go, your $10 never stretched so far! For the cost of your wager, you’ve earned two or three hours of sports entertainment, at the end of which you might take home the prize.
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There’s always a rodeo in the heart of Cowboy Country! The heart of Cowboy Country is Winnemucca, so it’s only to be expected that much of the year’s entertainment is dedicated to the interplay of man, horse and cow. Winnemucca does it up big, hosting some of the best rodeos in the west! Great riding, roping and steer wrestling talent is always on hand to take on equally talented bucking livestock at the annual Tri-County Fair and Stampede. Equine events continue throughout the year as Humboldt County hosts competitions for working cowboys, high school rodeo, barrel racers, and more big roping events than you can shake a stick at.
Bull riding during the Silver State International Rodeo Photo by Tony Erquiaga, Winnemucca Publishing
Silver State Invitational Rodeo heats up Fourth of July
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The Silver State International Rodeo is “where runners-up become champions.” Over 500 high school rodeo contestants who just missed going to the national finals rodeo come instead to Winnemucca to compete for five days in July. 16 Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com
Hyland Wilkinson hangs on tight during the Ranch Bronc Riding at the McDermitt Ranch Hand Rodeo.
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Rodeo Events 2018 February 28 & March 1 Winnemucca Cow Dog Trials March 2 Stock Horse Challenge March 2 - 4 Ranch Hand Rodeo Barrel Bash March 3 Ranch, Rope & Performance Horse Sale March 3 & 4 Ranch Hand Rodeo & Wild Horse Race March 30 – April 1 777 Hairy Horse Barrel Race April 28 & 29 777 Spring Fling Barrel Race May 24 - 28 Nevada State High School Junior High and High School Rodeo Finals June 2 Denio Days Rodeo, barbecue, live music and quilt show June 16 Ladies Ranch Rodeo June 22 - 24 Winnemucca Stock Horse Classic July 2 - 7 Silver State International Rodeo
Ranch Hand Rodeos take the West by storm The American cowboy has been a worldwide icon since the early 1800s and the values, traditions, heritage and cowboy code are still alive and well, even today. There are ranch cowboys still out there calving, branding, gathering and doctoring, whether full time or part time. Northern Nevada celebrates this tradition with three huge Ranch Hand Rodeos. The first, the Winnemucca Ranch Hand Rodeo weekend, features not only competitive events for ranch teams, but a cowdog trials, working cowhorse competition, as well as a barrel race. The event also boasts one of the largest Western Trade Shows this area sees all year. Over the Fourth of July weekend, the border town of McDermitt gets into the action with their own Ranch Hand Rodeo. The Western States Ranch Rodeo Association has come together to promote and preserve the heritage of the cowboy tradition through sanctioned ranch rodeo events designed for the full and part time ranch cowboy. The WSRRA is dedicated to providing a showcase for the full and part time cowboy to compete in WSRRA sanctioned ranch rodeo events — and all qualifying teams and individual event contestants gather to compete at the WSRRA finals in Winnemucca in late October and early November. For information about the WSRRA, visit their official website, www.wsrra.org. To learn more about the Winnemucca Ranch Hand Rodeo visit the website: www.ranchrodeonv.com.
July 4 - 5 McDermitt Ranch Hand Rodeo July 21 Rope for Hope event in Denio July 13 - 15 Winnemucca Summer Cutting July 20-22 Cow Country Classic Team Penning & Sorting August 30 – September 2 Tri-County Fair & Stampede September 13 - 16 ACTRA NV & ID Team Roping Finals November 1 - 4 Western States Ranch Rodeo Finals Wild Horse Race Finals
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Denio Opal Mines OPAL MINES - Try your hand at opal digging! If you are incredibly lucky, you might find a large sample of this precious stone. The opal mines in Virgin Valley are open seasonally to the public, and for a small fee you can relive the days when prospectors struggled to strike it rich.
DENIO- Known for ranching, this remote town has much to offer the adventurous hiker, photographer or day-tripper, and is a favorite resting point for many travelers.
Humboldt County HUMBOLDT COUNTY - Visitors to Humboldt County never tire of the majestic snowcapped mountain peaks and flowing playas. The sky is huge and the view from any hill or mountain stretches for miles. Whether you’re here to stay a while, or just passing through, this area offers something for everyone. The folks here are friendly, and ready to welcome you to the heart of Cowboy Country.
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PARADISE VALLEY - First settled in 1863, Paradise Valley became a granary and fruit-raising center for the mining camps of central and eastern Nevada and those of the southwest Idaho territory. Today, the town offers picturesque buildings and is a lovely place to spend a day.
Winnemucca Visitors Center combines past and present Winnemucca has long been a stopover for weary travelers winding their way through the treacherous routes of the Great Basin. Today, due to its central location between San Francisco and Salt Lake City, it continues to offer a long list of lodging, dining and entertainment amenities that lure travelers off the interstate. Venture through the antique wooden doors of the newly-improved Humboldt County Visitors Center and you will find a wealth
The displays at the Buckaroo Hall of Fame trace the rich history of the cowboy life in northern Nevada.
of information about the area, and The Humboldt County you’ll be welcomed by the Humboldt Visitors Center is open for County Chamber of Commerce. This self-guided tours six days per week group has mastered the “art of the (may be closed for events); Sundays welcome,” and the staff there is a seasonal. For Winter hours and treasure-trove of knowledge about other information, call the Humboldt County Chamber of Commerce, Winnemucca and the surrounding areas. (775) 623-2225, or visit A major display in the Visitors www.humboldtcountychamber.com Center is the William Humphreys Big Game Collection. This is a collection of more than 53 big game specimens representing more than four continents. Visitors are also treated to the Buckaroo Hall of Fame, a display of authentic buckaroo life from those who helped tame the Great Basin. Other exhibits in the Visitors Center include those representing the mining and other local industries, as well as historical representations of the Great Basin, the pioneer trail, local Native American heritage and Basque heritage. The Humboldt County Visitors Center is full of local history and information and should be on the “must-see” list for any traveler.
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Buckaroo Hall of Fame
The Buckaroo Hall of Fame is located inside the East Hall of the Winnemucca Convention Center. The display pays tribute to the cowboys who helped tame the wilds of Nevada, and includes memorabilia from several area cowpokes. Each year, a new addition is added to the fold, the display yields new insight into the lives of those who worked with cattle and horses so many decades ago. The well-displayed array of artifacts gives visitors a glimpse into the hard life that many of these range riders faced. Worn saddles, boots and spurs attest to the many hours of labor they’ve seen, while photographs of weathered faces - proud of a life well-lived - gaze back at visitors. The Buckaroo Hall of Fame is open 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Saturday (Sundays seasonal). The exhibit is free and open to the public.
BLM Rock and Mineral Display The rock and mineral display inside the Visitors Center showcases the many types of materials that are found in the northern Nevada desert. Each display is labeled by type, and also notes the location of discovery. Also on hand are antique bottles, and even the model of an Agustasaurus skull, found locally. 20 Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com
William Humphreys’ Big Game Collection is a display of 53 large animals collected over many years.
A look at our past — Ever wonder what became of old Winnemucca, the town where brave pioneers sought their fortune and weary cowboys hitched up their steeds after a day on the range? Just above the site where thousands of wagon trains forded the Humboldt River on the long trek to California, sits the Humboldt Museum. Remains from the Ice Age of 13,000 years ago, wonderful beaded and quilled regalia from an American Indian collection, vintage automobiles, keepsakes from Winnemucca’s “art nuveau” period, and a bottling scene from the early days are among the treasures awaiting your visit. The museum campus consists of four structures—the 1907 Former St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, wherein Humboldt Museum first opened in 1977; the 1880’s Greinstein Building, a former store/hide tannery; the 1899 Richardson-Saunders House, an Eastlake Style home once located on Railroad Street; and a modern two-story brick building containing the bulk of the museum’s collection and exhibits. Together, the buildings house the story of the community. Inside the museum, every artifact at the museum comes with two supplements — a story, and someone who loves telling it. The staff of the museum will gladly take you back in time with an introduction to the treasures of Humboldt County’s history. Humboldt Museum is located adjacent to Pioneer Park at 175 Museum Way, and is open Wednesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; closed Sunday - Tuesday. Admission is free, and donations are accepted. For more information visit them online at www.humboldtmuseum.org.
The Humboldt Museum is a don’t-miss destination when visiting this area. From fossil bones to historic documents, county treasures and rich local lore, there’s a wealth of history here!
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Boys & Girls Club both a shining star and a safe place
Since it’s opening in 2017, the Winnemucca Boys & Girls Club has making a significant and positive impact on the community. The Club features a contemporary facility designed to meet the needs of all residents. The 36,000 square feet includes a game room, academic classrooms, commercial grade kitchen, and a fine arts center, a state-of-theart fitness area with a walking track, a stage with a green room, and multi-purpose fields for sports. Boys & Girls Clubs have a rich history of providing area youth with a safe place to be after the school day ends with high quality enrichment programming. Our mission is to inspire and enable young people to realize their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. The Club offers daily access to a broad range of programs in five core program areas: 1) Character and Leadership Development; 2) Education and Career Development; 3) Health and Life Skills; 4) The Arts; and 5) Sports,
The William N. Pennington Boys & Girls Club of Winnemucca opened in 2017 with daily programs, meeting space and community fitness area. For more information connect with them online at www.bgcwin.org, or on Facebook at: Boys & Girls Club of Winnemucca. Fitness and Recreation. The Club was designed with the primary purpose of serving area youth after school however, by innovative design many needs can be met. Featuring multiple uses for all residents the Boys & Girls Club of
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Mining influences yesterday and today While it may not be apparent from a fast glance from the freeway, there’s hardly a hillside in this area that has not been explored for mining. This area is rich in silver (we are the “Silver State” after all, as well as gold, copper, industrial mineral, precious stones and other ores. Today, you won’t find miners tugging burros along a trail anymore — now mining is high-tech and huge. Enormous shovels and trucks carry tons of ore to processing facilities, where the microscopic minerals are removed. If you’d like to take a tour of a mine, Newmont Mining Corp. offers tours Above, the Tungsten Concentrating Plant was once high on the side of Winnemucca Mountain. Below, the National Mine in it’s glory days. of three area mines. See their ad on Page 7 for details.
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Drive a little, do a lot! The northern Nevada back country offers freedom to anyone who enjoys being able to pitch a tent, hike or bike the hills, fish the streams, pursue quality big game or pit themselves against the rugged terrain that supports the ultimate upland game bird, the chukar. Springtime arrays of wild flowers will delight photographers, and the scenic vistas they capture on film will leave a lasting memory of the area’s beauty. Beauty and nature are as near to town as Water Canyon, just a few minutes’ drive into the Sonoma Mountains. This is a great place to picnic, hike or mountain bike. A longer excursion, but every bit worth the drive, is a ride north to Hinkey Summit in the gorgeous Santa Rosas. From May to mid-June, the vast panoramas of Hinkey Summit are awe-inspiring. On your way back to Winnemucca, stop and visit the picturesque town of Paradise Valley. Just a short visit and you’ll know why it got its name. Like to fish? Humboldt County boasts some amazing high country trout water. Check out our reservoirs, streams and creeks. If you’re the exploring type, there are numerous old mining ghost towns hidden, almost gone, throughout the area. If you like the outdoors you’ll never be bored in and around Winnemucca!
For more information things to do near Winnemucca, visit the Outdoor Recreation section of the winnemucca.com website
Indian Paint Brush blooms near Hinkey Summit in northern Humboldt County. Photo by Ashley Buckingham
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Fishing Chimney Reservoir
Paradise Valley photo by Ashley Buckingham
Paradise Valley is a day-trip treasure just north of Winnemucca Paradise Valley is one of Nevada’s best-kept secrets, tucked between mountain ranges and surrounded by ranches. It’s a place where someone can kick up their feet, enjoy the scenery and do just about anything stress-free. Paradise Valley is about 40 miles north of Winnemucca on U.S. Highway 95. Unlike the craziness of a big city, where everyone is hurrying to get somewhere, the town lacks noise and chaos. It’s the kind of place that can be summed up as having a fire station, a church, a post office, a park and a school. There’s also a bar and grill, inc case you feel a bit hungry or thirsty. Most of Paradise is ranches; along State Route 290, cattle graze everywhere in large fields — and sometimes in people’s yards. Further into town, you can visit an old cemetery and old buildings that existed during the mining years. But the real draw of Paradise is the great outdoors — and in the spring and summer, the place to take in nature’s beauty is Hinkey Summit, a popular spot for fishing and camping, which turns yellow with flowers once a year; it’s definitely a beautiful sight to see.
Small streams and a large creek — Cottonwood Creek — run throughout the town and local ranches, and can be great for fishing. Paradise Valley is a great place to get away and relax. Hunters, crafters, photographers, snowmobilers, nature lovers or those looking for a piece of Nevada’s past will be glad they discovered this part of hidden Nevada.
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Aspen trees, some carved with old markings, are a welcome sight in Water Canyon Photos by Steve Lombardo
Water Canyon is close to town, but a world away! Rising almost 2000 feet in sea level above the town of Winnemucca, Water Canyon is one of the premier recreation areas in Northern Nevada. Managed by the local branch of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) this area offers sites for overnight camping, picnics, hiking, biking and even limited ATV use, all at no charge to visitors. The BLM has installed campfire rings, grills, trails, shelters and information kiosks all in an effort to improve one of Winnemucca’s closest recreational opportunities. Plans are even being made this year by a local environmental education group, the Nevada Outdoor School, to install an interpretive trail which will allow visitors to take a self-guided tour learning about the local flora and fauna and the canyon’s importance in local history and cultural significance to many different groups in the Winnemucca area. Water Canyon is located southeast of Winnemucca and can be reached in a ten minute drive from the center of town. Take Hanson Street from Winnemucca Boulevard, the town’s main street. Hanson Street eventually becomes Water Canyon Road. Continue straight at the stop sign and after a mile or so of dirt road you will see the sign for Water Canyon Recreation Area. Upper parts of the Canyon are closed in winter and roads in the canyon may be hazardous when icy. It’s proximity to such a great town and the resources that it offers make Water Canyon one of the top things to do in Northern Nevada. 26 Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com
Humboldt County Events
Ranch Rodeo Weekend celebrates the work of real cowboys
Held Feb. 28 - March 4, 2018, Winnemucca’s Ranch Hand Rodeo celebrates 29 years as the largest and most exciting in Nevada! Thirty teams compete for bragging rights and prizes in Saddle Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Wild Mugging, Team Roping, Ranch Doctoring and Team Branding. Also on tap are the Ranch, Rope and Performance horse sale, wild horse racing, a stock horse challenge, barrel race and cowdog trials. Don’t miss this wild weekend of western action — held the first weekend in March each year.
For more information about the weekend’s events, visit www.RanchRodeoNV.com
Photos by WT Bruce
The Ranch Rodeo weekend contains so much more than a rodeo! The Stock Horse Challenge (shown at top) lets both professional and amateur trainers show off the skills of their animals. A Ranch Rope and Performance Horse Sale is also held. At right, the Cow Dog Trial is an exciting event that highlights the skills of cattle dogs working either in singles or a brace. Don’t miss watching these highly-trained animals as they put cattle exactly where the handler wants them!
Other events during the Ranch Rodeo Weekend include the Winnemucca barrel race, Pee Wee Events for children, cowboy church, a huge trade show, and of course, the Ranch Hand Rodeo performances.
Visit www.ranchrodeonv.com for more information
For 2018, enjoy the Saturday, March 3 performance at 11 a.m., or Sunday, March 4 at 10 a.m. For more information visit www.ranchrodeonv.com.
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Shooting the West:
Photo by Larry Angier
The Nevada Photography Experience March 6 - 11, 2018
There’s a very special gathering that happens each spring in Winnemucca. A group of the finest photographers in the west come to the heart of Cowboy Country to learn more about the art of snapping the shutter. Shooting the West is a photography symposium with distinguished presenters in many different photographic fields. Throw in workshops, participant shows, juried contests, vendors like Manfrotto and Epson, portfolio reviews, great Basque food and lots of Winnemucca style fun… and you have a pretty good idea what it’s all about. Symposium attendees have the chance to rub elbows with some of the biggest names in photography, to get tips from the professionals and to learn about making it to the photographic “big time,” — getting published. This year the Shooting The West symposium is set for March 6 - 11 at the Winnemucca Convention Center. For more information contact Shooting the West at (877) 623-3501, visit them online at www.shootingthewest.org or connect on Facebook: Shooting the West.
High-flying fun at the Winnemucca Balloon Festival May 18 - 20, 2018
Up, up and away! Colorful hot air balloons fill the sky with 6 a.m. launches planned for all three days from the Winnemucca Sports Complex. Saturday and Sunday the gates open at 6 a.m. Balloon launches (weather permitting), and tethered rides 7 - 10 a.m., for $7 per person. For more information about the 2018 event, visit winnemuccaballoons.wix.com/winnemucca-balloons Winnemucca Visitor’s Guide 2018 | www.winnemucca.com 28
Calendar of Community Events Feb. 28 - March 4 2018 Ranch Rodeo Weekend The Winnemucca Ranch Hand Rodeo celebrates 29 years as the largest and most exciting in Nevada! Thirty teams compete for bragging rights and prizes in Saddle Bronc Riding, Calf Roping, Wild Mugging, Team Roping, Ranch Doctoring and Team Branding. Also on tap are the Ranch, Rope and Performance horse sale, wild horse racing, a stock horse challenge, barrel race and cowdog trials. Don’t miss this wild weekend of western action!
For more information visit www.RanchRodeoNV. com
March 6 - 11, 2018 Shooting the West XXX
Shooting the West is a photography symposium with distinguished presenters in many different photographic fields. This year the Shooting The West symposium is set for March 6 - 11 at the Winnemucca Convention Center.
For more information call (877) 623-3501, visit at www.shootingthewest.org or connect on Facebook: Shooting the West.
Run-A-Mucca rumbles into town over Memorial Day weekend Gorgeous skies, the wind in your face and the rumble of a huge engine — there’s little to compare to riding a motorcycle in Nevada. For the 16th year Winnemucca welcomes riders to stop and play awhile! Planned for this fun three-day event are a poker run, poker stagger, lots of free music and concerts, bike stunt riders, bike games, bike show and vendors, a “burning bike” that lights up the night — plus the chance to win a beautiful raffle bike! Buy the Run Package before April 30, 2018 and receive your Run Shirt, Run Pin, Poker Run and Poker Stagger hands plus the Run Bar-B-Que for only $40. The next event is set for Friday through Sunday, May 25 - 27, 2018.
At top, the ‘Burning Bike’ is the highlight of Saturday night’s concert. At right, stunt riders perform high-flying acrobatics throughout the weekend.
Visit www. runamucca.com for more information
March 10 - 11, 2018 3-D Indoor Archery Tournament The Archery Tournament is the second year of a two-day 3-D indoor Tournament. Open to archers of all ages and skill level.
For more information visit: www.winnemuccaeventscomplex.com
March 31, 2018 Easter at Lazy P Farm Visit Lazy P Adventure Farm for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt!
For more information: www.lazypfarm.com
April 28 - 29, 2018 Farm Baby Days Come to Lazy P Adventure Farm for fluffy fun for kids as they meet and greet the many baby animals found on the farm.
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May 18 - 20, 2018 6th Annual Winnemucca Balloon Festival Up, up and away! Colorful hot air balloons fill the sky with 6 a.m. launches planned for Saturday and Sunday at the Winnemucca Sports Complex. Friday night ‘Glow Show’ at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday feature 5 a.m. gate opening and 6 launches (weather permitting). Tethered rides 7 - 10 a.m. for $7 per person.
For more information about the 2018 event, visit winnemuccaballoons.wix.com/winnemucca-balloons
May 25 – 27, 2018 Run-A-Mucca Motorcycle Rally All motorcycles welcome! Enjoy free outdoor concerts, a memorial service, event cruises, games, bike show, vendors, poker run, and don’t miss the “Burning Bike!”
For more information about the 2018 event, visit www.runamucca.com
June 8 – 10, 2018 Basque Festival Honor a unique heritage during this fun-filled, exciting event. Watch a colorful parade; cheer at games of strength and endurance; dance to Basque music; attend a Holy Mass; and, enjoy a traditional Basque family style picnic. Fun for everyone!
June 16, 2018 Koyote Cruiser’s Car Show
Photo by Tony Erquiaga, Winnemucca Publishing
Spend a nice summer day gathered around motorized vehicles. All types of cars and trucks will be on display for your viewing enjoyment. Prizes and trophies, too!
Connect on Facebook: Koyote Kruisers Car Club
June 17, 2018 Paradise Valley Father’s Day Barbecue The food would be incentive enough to make that 35-mile trip to Paradise Valley via Highway 290. But when you add a beautiful summer day and fantastic barbecue fare, this event is sure to be the most delicious Father’s Day present he’ll ever get!
July 4-5, 2018 McDermitt Ranch Hand Rodeo Ranch hands from Nevada, Oregon and Idaho compete in Nevada’s longest continual-running ranch hand rodeo. Contestants compete for prize money in a number of working events. Street contests and dances add to the festivities set in McDermitt, 70 miles north of Winnemucca. July 4 also features the Stock Horse Race and Ride Off Challenge, July 5 has Jackpot Roping.
For more information contact Steve Maher, (775) 621-6190.
National Basque Festival comes to Winnemucca in June The Basques are a people like no other. Their homeland is the Pyrenees Mountains between Spain and France, but their language and culture are unique. More than a century ago, a handful of Basque sheep herders settled in Winnemucca and Humboldt County. Thanks to those pioneers and their descendants, the rich Basque heritage is inextricably woven into our local culture. Winnemucca Basque restaurants serve up Basque cuisine with a combination of savory flavors, complete with a hearty infusion of garlic. Paella (a rice dish with chicken, seafood, vegetables, and spices) and chorizo (a spicy sausage) are as familiar to Winnemucca as burgers and fries. For the true Basque dining experience,
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you can eat family style, sitting at a long table and sharing food and stories with other restaurant patrons. The Winnemucca Basque Club (Euskaldunak Danak Bat) is proud to host the 2018 NABO (North American Basque Organizations) Convention. This Convention serves as an occasion to reunite Basques from all over North America and is one of the largest annual Basque gatherings in the nation. This event will feature the Winnemucca Irrintzi Basque Dancers with their traditional dances, authentic Basque cuisine, professional wood choppers, weightlifting exhibitions, and fun and games for the entire family. This is an event you do not want to miss out on! For event updates please visit the Euskaldunak Danak Bat Facebook page or www.nabasque.org
Fast cars and good times! July 20 - 21, 2018 Winnemucca Wheels If you love automobiles, Winnemucca has the celebration for you! Winnemucca Wheels features two days of fun with all the polished perfection you could want! Enjoy the ever-popular show ‘ shine with dozens of classic autos, a parade, a free concert in the park and so much more! Don’t miss this unique and familyfriendly event!
For more information visit winnemucca.com
Photo by Tony Erquiaga, Winnemucca Publishing
July 20 - 21, 2018
Photo by Michael Michaelsen, Special to WP
King of the Hill Drag Races
Drivers, start your engines! The drags are roarin’ into town with enough racing slicks, cherry paint jobs and shined up chrome to make you think you’re on some back country road in the heat of summer with James Dean.
For more on this event, visit their website, www.nnrace.com or follow on Facebook: Northern Nevada Racing Association
July 2 - 7, 2018 Silver State International Rodeo While the High School Finals Rodeo welcomes finalists who finish ranked 1-5 in their sport, the “runners-up” have their own rodeo. The Silver State International Rodeo is for contestants who finish ranked 6-10 nationally, and is billed as a rodeo “where reserve champions become champions.”For 2017, the SSIR adds Junior High competitors, too! Come see the future professional rodeo athletes compete for glory.
July 4, 2018 Taste of Winnemucca Fourth of July Celebration This is Winnemucca’s best (and tastiest!) family event. Vesco Park is full of excitement as local restaurants show off their food, there are games for the kids, the Lazy P Adventure Farm petting zoo, face painting, a dunk tank, displays, vendors and lots, lots more! Fireworks cap off the Independence Day celebration just as the sun bids farewell to the day.
Photo by Michael Michaelsen, Special to WP
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Plenty of fun at the Tri-County Fair! Labor Day Weekend Aug. 30 – Sept. 2, 2018 For more than 130 years, the Tri-County Fair & Stampede has remained a northern Nevada favorite, offering something for just about everyone. From Thursday through Sunday, August 30- September 2, there will be competition in more than 20 different divisions, a carnival, livestock show & sale, and fun for the entire family. Additionally, a “Bulls and Broncs” rodeo will offer Western style excitement and action for the 97th year as Nevada’s oldest continuous rodeo. Things have sure changed for the Winnemucca Labor Photo by Debbie Origer
It’s been a great ride for the Winnemucca Stampede Rodeo!
Ballet Folklorio Dancers perform
Photo by Kat Potter
Day Rodeo. Belt buckles are a little brighter; cash prizes are a little bigger. The first formal competition began in 1921 when 14 of the county’s cowpunchers, fresh off the range, were hosted by the Winnemucca Volunteer Fire Department at makeshift locations all over town. From steer roping to bulldogging, bronc riding and horse racing, the festivities presented a lot of good-natured fun. That fairly humble beginning was touted by locals as the First Annual Nevada Rodeo and editorials in the Humboldt Star hailed Winnemucca as the Rodeo City of Nevada. The entire weekend continues to be a highlight year after year. Photo by Kat Potter
Happenings in Denio April 21st.
4th Annual Jackson Mountain Homemaker's Basque Dinner & Craft Fair (775-941-0246)
June 2nd.
Denio Days Rodeo, BBQ, Live Music and Quilt Show (775-304-1783)
November 17th. Denio Turkey Shoot (775-304-1783)
Denio Junction Cafe-Fuel-Lodging-Groceries www.deniojunction.com
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For more information visit www.labordayfair.com
Fall Farm Festival A family Owned Agriculture Education and Entertainment Farm
NEVADA’S LARGEST CORN MAZE 6 ACRES OF CORN
EVERY WEEKEND IN OCTOBER
• CORN MAZE • PUMPKIN PATCH • FARM TOURS • HAUNTED HOUSE • PEDAL KARTS • FLASHLIGHT MAZE • CORN CANNON• HAY RIDES • CORN BOX • HAY MOUNTAIN • COW TRAIN • AGRICULTURE DEMOS • PAINTBALL ARCADE • ANTIQUE VEHICLES & TRACTORS
SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF THE FARM, INC. AND THE NV COMMISSION ON TOURISM 8280 GRASS VALLEY RD • WINNEMUCCA, NV • 775.625.1194 • WWW.LAZYPFARM.COM
Buckaroo Dutch Oven Cook-Off is Aug. 11
For more information go to: www.nevadaoutdoorschool.org
The 10th Annual Buckaroo Dutch Oven Cook-Off, where World Champions and beginners come together to cook like old friends, is fast becoming a family friendly summer event not to be missed! Whether you are a youth, a beginner or seasoned Dutch oven chef, there is a category for you to compete in for cash prizes and bragging rights. Don’t cook? Luckily you can purchase a tasting plate at the event for a small donation to Nevada Outdoor School and be able to have a sample of these culinary delights. Join Nevada Outdoor School at Vesco Park on August 11th to celebrate their 15th Birthday and 10th Annual Cook-Off.
Photos by Nevada Outdoor School
July 13 - 15, 2018
Winnemucca Summer Cutting One of the world’s fastest growing sports, cutting offers tremendous excitement and drama for horse, rider and spectators alike. This cutting showcases the many hours of hard work and dollars spent by trainers and owners who are put to the test and rewarded, either with trophies or individual satisfaction.
July 21 - 22, 2018 Winnemucca Wheels
If you love classic cars, Winnemucca has the celebration for you! Winnemucca Wheels features two days of fun with all the polished perfection you could want! Enjoy the ever-popular show ‘ shine with dozens of classic autos, a parade, a free concert in the park and so much more! Don’t miss this unique and family-friendly event!
For more information visit winnemucca.com
July 21 - 22, 2018 Good Times Drag Races
Drivers, start your engines! The drags are
Buckaroo Heritage Western Art Roundup roarin’ into town with enough racing slicks, cherry paint jobs and shined up chrome to make you think you’re on some back country road in the heat of summer with James Dean.
For more on this event, visit their website, www.nnrace.com or follow on Facebook: Northern Nevada Racing Association
July 20 – 22, 2018 Cow Country Classic Team Penning The fast-paced event of Team Penning evolved from the common ranch work of separating cattle into pens, and it’s a great time for both participants and spectators!
For more information call 775-851-1889
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Drone photo by Jim Dandy Productions
The Corn Maze changes each year
Go back to your roots at the Fall Farm Festival Every weekend in October The Lazy P Adventure Farm hosts the Fall Farm Festival on weekends throughout October. Featuring educational displays and interactive activities for children and their families. Students can put knowledge into action while interacting with live farm animals, challenge their critical thinking skills navigating a corn maze, experience “agriculture in process” as they observe and learn about growing corn and pumpkins, and to just simply utilize all their senses to form a memorable experience on the farm. A huge six-acre corn maze, a straw maze for the kids, a haunted attraction, informative displays about agriculture and an amazing pumpkin patch await you and the family.
August 1-3, 2018 Superior Livestock Auction Cattle buyers and sellers from across the nation come together via satellite and in person for this annual bid bonanza. Golf tournaments, great entertainment, a Western Art & Craft Show and plenty of food make this event a favorite for locals and visitors alike.
For more information visit www.superiorlivestock.com
August 10-12, 2018 Nevada Christian Motorcyclists Rally Approximately 100 Christian motorcyclists will be coming into Winnemucca to hold their Nevada State Rally at the Winnemucca Events Center. There will be praise and worship services, bike games, skits, food and lots of fun.
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Freeze the Moment Photography
For more information visit LazyPFarm.com, or find them on Facebook: Lazy P Adventure Farm
August 11, 2018
Buckaroo Dutch Oven Cook-Off The 10th Annual Buckaroo Dutch Oven Cook-Off, where World Champions and beginners come together to cook like old friends, is fast becoming a family friendly summer event not to be missed! Whether you are a youth, a beginner or seasoned Dutch oven chef, there is a category for you to compete in for cash prizes and bragging rights. Don’t cook? Luckily you can purchase a tasting plate at the event for a small donation to Nevada Outdoor School and be able to have a sample of these culinary delights. Join Nevada Outdoor School at Vesco Park on August 11th to celebrate their 15th Birthday and 10th Annual Cook-Off.
For more information go to www.nevadaoutdoorschool.org.
Aug. 11-12 & 18-19, 2018 Indoor Horseshoe Tournaments Winnemucca will be hosting two weekends of Indoor Horseshoe pitching tournaments. August 11 and 12 and August 18 and 19, 2018. Open to pitchers of all ages and experience.
More information will be available at www. winnemucca.com.
Sept. 1 – 2, 2018 Buckaroo Heritage Western Art Roundup The Roundup features artists, poets, craftspeople and inductees into the Buckaroo Hall of Fame as well as demonstrations and buckaroo poetry readings.
WSRRA Finals
Visit www.westernartroundup.com.
Sept. 13 – 16, 2018 ACTRA NV & ID Finals Roping Lots of excitement at this bi-state roping event. Ropers compete not only for cash and prizes, but the best advance to the National Finals.
For more information call (775) 304-5433.
Sept. 19 – 23, 2018 Good Sams Fall Samboree The Nevada Good Sams Club gathers at the Winnemucca Event Center for good times and good friends during their annual Fall Samboree rally.
For more information visit Good Sams Nevada online at: www.nevadagoodsam.com
Nov. 23 - 24, 2018
Oct. 1 – 31, 2018
Festival of Trees
Fall Farm Festival The Lazy P Adventure Farm hosts the Fall Farm Festival on weekends throughout October.
For more information visit LazyPFarm.com, or find them on Facebook: Lazy P Adventure Farm
Nov. 1 - 4, 2018
Western States Ranch Rodeo Finals Ranch Rodeo is an event that was re-created a number of years ago to return to the roots of rodeo — the duties and challenges of real working ranch hands. This is one event you don’t want to miss, as cowhands from around the west gather in Winnemucca to compete for cash and glory!
For more information visit www.wsrra.org
The Winnemucca Lions Club lights up the East Hall of the Winnemucca Convention Center with an assortment of decorated trees, tabletop trees and wreaths. Don’t miss this heartwarming event!
Find the Winnemucca Lions Club on Facebook: Winnemucca Host Lions Club
Dec. 2 - 3, 2018 Christmas Craft Show Crafters from all across Humboldt County come together to display a year’s worth of handmade goods in this holiday craft show that has continued on for over 40 years. The show is held at the West Hall of the Winnemucca Convention Center.
Christmas cheer!
Winnemucca celebrates Christmas with several events throughout the season. The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Kickoff in mid-November, the Lion’s Club continues the pace with a Festival of Trees the weekend after Thanksgiving, and the Jolly Old Elf himself leads the Parade of Lights in midDecember. For everyone ages 2 to 92, there’s plenty of Christmas spirit to be found in Winnemucca! Photos by Michael Michaelsen, Special to Winnemucca Publishing
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7. Winnemucca Inn 741 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-2565 www.winnemuccainn.com
8. Park Motel 740 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-2810
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11. Winnemucca Holiday Motel 670 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-3684 www.holidaymotelwin.com
12. Economy Inn 635 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-625-3342
13. Town House Motel 375 Monroe St. 775-623-3620 www.townhouse-motel.com
14. Country Hearth Inn 511 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-3661 www.redlion.com
15. Scott Shady Court 400 First St. 775-623-3646 www.scottshadycourt.com
16. Scottish Inn 333 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-3703
17. Winners Hotel & Casino 185 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-2511 www.winnersinn.com
18. Val-U Motel 125 E. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-5248 www.valumotelwinnemucca.com
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Model T Resort/Casino RV Park 1130 W. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-2588 www.modeltcasino.com
New Frontier RV Park
4360 Rimrock Road 775-621-5272 www.newfrontierrvpark.com
Paradise Valley RV Park Paradise Valley 775-578-3777
Westerner Trailer Lodge 800 E. Fourth St. 775-623-2907
Winnemucca RV Park 5255 E. Winnemucca Blvd. 775-623-4458 www.winnemuccarvpark.biz
Orovada Sawtooth Station RV Park US Hwy 95 Orovada 775-272-7151
McDermitt Diamond A Motel 25 US Hwy 95 S 775-532-8551 www.diamondamotel.com
Denio Denio Junction Sunset Drive, Denio 775-941-0171 www.deniojunction.com
P&L Denio Junction RV Park (916) 617-8609
Winnemucca, NV Explore the many outdoor adventures, exciting special events, Nevada style gaming and night life, historic museums, and exquisite Basque dining.
Annual Events
March July Ranch Hand Rodeo Weekend Silver State International Rodeo Shooting the West Winnemucca Wheels Car Show MaY September Run-A-Mucca - Motorcycle Rally Tri-County Fair & Stampede JUNE October Winnemucca Basque Festival Fall Farm Festival Ladies Ranch Rodeo Western States Ranch Rodeo Finals
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