- Our list of the best things to do in Sparks, Nevada, features the top 118 nearby activities — including 42 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Sparks, NV has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Water Activities.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Sparks, NV , followed by 96 popular activities in nearby cities, including Reno, Incline Village, Virginia City, Carson City, Truckee, Verdi and Dayton
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12593 Donner Pass Road at Highway 80, Truckee, CA
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Donner Memorial State Park marks the site of the Donner Camp where many members of the Donner Party perished due to harsh weather conditions. The park also maintains the Pioneer Monument and the Emigrant Trail Museum which preserves the cultural heritage of the area.
29.5 Miles
Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, camping, hiking, bicycling and variety of other recreational activities at Donner Memorial State Park. The park also offers tours and has museums related to the history of early American settlers in Northern California.
29.7 Miles
Dedicated to training wild mustangs, R & D Ranch offers visitors horseback riding lessons where they can learn how to bridle and saddle them. The lesson ends with a horseback ride through a trail on the ranch.
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11603 Snowpeak Way,, Truckee, CA 96161
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Guests who are interested in skiing may enjoy what Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area has to offer. The location, which offers a ski program for children as young as three years old, also features a 700 square-foot yurt.
30.0 Miles
Soft, groomed snow lines the path of Tahoe Cross Country. The favorite local pastime offers over 4km of groomed skiing, snowshoe, and snow bike trails that are suitable for pets as well.
31.1 Miles
Spanning over 10 acres, West End Beach is a pubic beach popular among both locals and visitors alike. The beach offers a number of amenities, including barbecues, picnic areas, and a covered pavilion available for rental.
31.2 Miles
The Sunridge Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course populated by numerous sand traps and water hazards. The golf course maintains a full service golf shop, practice facilities, and an in-house bar and grill.
31.3 Miles
Commons Beach Park is a four-plus-acre area that is ideal for picnicking, swimming, and sunbathing. The location also features a large lakefront playground for children to enjoy during their visit.
32.0 Miles
Donner Lake is a lake park that offers many slides and swings for children to play there. The lake also features grasslands and forests where guests can lay in the grass or have a picnic.
32.3 Miles
Explore beautiful Lake Tahoe with one of four daily cruises offered by Tahoe Gal Charters. Each excursion includes expertly-prepared food and libations. The Tahoe Gal is also available for weddings and social event charters.