Topaz Lake, Nevada, sits on the northwest shore of Topaz Lake just across the California border. With Carson City, Nevada, just 37 miles to the north, and Mono Lake, California, 66 miles to the south, Topaz Lake brings vacationers in from all over. There is a population of 207 people who call this marvelous place home.
Topaz Lake Park is a modern reservoir formed by waters from the West Walker River. In 1922, a dam was built, resulting in a reservoir capacity of 45,000 acre-feet. Today, it has a surface area of 2,410 acres, a length of 3.5 miles, a width of 1.5 miles, and a maximum depth of 92 feet. Visitors can try their luck at catching various trout species, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass. You can also take pleasure in a wide range of water sports such as kayaking, canoeing, and boating.
Take your off-road vehicle, ATV, or mountain bike up the Switchback Mountain to check out the spectacular overlooks of Topaz Lake and wilderness. The area is near the Topaz Lodge Casino, where you can try your luck at the slot machines and live table games.
Nevada State Fair – This fair takes place at Mills Park in Carson City during the summer and features four fun-filled days of carnival rides, music, entertainment, and so much more.
Strange Brew Festival – Visitors will have a chance to taste uniquely crafted brews from local and regional breweries at The Brewer's Cabinet in Reno during the spring.
Yosemite National Park features dramatic waterfalls, abundant wildlife, giant sequoias, and awe-inspiring cliffs, like El Captain and Half Dome. Visitors can rock climb over towering sheer cliffs striped with ribbons of flowing waterfalls or walk among the three groves of impressive ancient giant sequoias.
Kings Canyon National Park features deep valleys, skyscraping trees, and distinctive rock outcroppings. It comprises two distinct areas: Grant Grove, home to the General Grant Tree, and Cedar Grove. Visitors enjoy exploring the miles of hiking trails, camping, and going horseback riding.
Sequoia National Park features a recreational wonderland covered by ancient forests, granite canyons, soaring domes, and rivers. The park is named after its giant sequoias, which grow between 5,000 and 8,200 feet tall. Visitors enjoy exploring the 800 miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to strenuous; many are lined with wildflowers such as pennyroyal, columbine, and shooting star. Stargazing, spelunking, fly fishing, and horseback riding are a few more activities that visitors love to do at Sequoia National Park.
Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park lies along the western, quiet shores of Lake Tahoe and is home to the historic Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, also known as Pine Lodge. Visitors can enjoy camping along the two-mile lake frontage or hiking the dense forest of pines, fir, aspen, and juniper as well as hanging out at its beautiful beaches in summer.
Another popular state park is the Tahoe State Recreation Area just a quarter-mile from the charming city of Tahoe. Visitors can enjoy the white, sandy beaches along the 72-mile shoreline. Backcountry hiking and mountain biking are also popular activities visitors like to do at this park.
There’s also Donner Memorial State Park a reminder of a tragic time for the Donner Party. Visitors stop in to learn more about this party's tragedy that led to their deaths. Outside the visitor center is a tall Pioneer Monument with the base measuring 22 feet high, the same height as the snow during the terrible winter of 1846-1847. Inside the visitor center is the Emigrant Trail Museum, which shares information on the Donner party as well as more uplifting aspects of the region's history.
Virginia City Historic District sits halfway between Reno and Carson City. Between 1860 and 1880, this district became the classic frontier mining boomtown in the American West. The mines produced what today would equal about $700 million in profits. Nowadays, Virginia City Historic District is a remarkable collection of over 400 buildings, mostly dating back to the 19th century. Another Nevada landmark that you might enjoy exploring is Fort Churchill State Historic Park. The park features an integral part of Nevada's history and the American West. It was originally built in 1861 to offer protection for early settlers and guard the Pony Express mail runs.
River West Resort sits on the banks of the Truckee River and is minutes from downtown Reno. You’ll love going on the walking trails that travel amongst towering pines along the water. Another top pick includes Sparks Marina RV Park. This park sits just outside of Reno in Sparks, giving you easy access to the city. You can immerse yourself in the pool or relax the afternoon away in the spa. There's also the Shamrock RV Park in Reno, where you'll be in close proximity to river and lake fishing, skiing, hiking, boating, rafting, and family entertainment.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Topaz Lake, NV, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Topaz Lake?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Topaz Lake from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Topaz Lake?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
