Travel Nevada has launched an all-new Sagebrush Saloon Passport encouraging travellers to embark on a thirst-quenching journey through Nevada’s storied past. Crafted for a wide range of visitors including history buffs, Wild West enthusiasts and adventurers simply seeking authentic experiences, the Sagebrush Saloon Passport is a digital exploration of the Silver State’s iconic saloons.
“With the Sagebrush Saloon Passport, travellers can belly up to the bar at some of the most treasured saloons in Nevada,” said Caroline Sexton, Travel Nevada’s chief marketing officer. “It’s an invitation to get a little out there and soak in the ambiance of these historic establishments and the wild-at-heart spirit of the Silver State.”
The complimentary passport allows guests to digitally check in at nearly 30 featured saloons across the state while earning points towards exclusive Travel Nevada swag to commemorate their journey through the heart of Nevada. Visitors can complete check-ins at their own pace, allowing for a personalised exploration of Nevada’s historic saloons.
A sampling of the watering holes brimming with character, charm, and a wealth of stories for visitors to discover include:
- Genoa Bar & Saloon– Nestled in the heart of historic Carson Valley, the oldest settlement in Nevada dishes out story after story from both sides of the oldest bar counter in the Silver State.
- Pioneer Saloon—The oldest bar in southern Nevada is the Pioneer Saloon in historic Goodsprings.
- Jiggs Bar—About an hour south of Elko, Jiggs has a fascinating and extensive history. Today, all that remains is a good old-fashioned, rough-and-tumble saloon—a place worth checking out.
- Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon—The Silver State’s oldest hotel, the Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon, is just down the road from Virginia City. Founded in 1859, the historic saloon is the perfect place to grab a drink after exploring one of the West’s most famous boomtowns.
- Eureka Owl Club- Any drive along the Loneliest Road in America (Highway 50) requires a stop at the Owl Club. The full-service bar is one of rural Nevada’s best haunts.
- Santa Fe Motel & Saloon- One of Nevada’s longest continually operating businesses, visitors can swing a leg over a barstool just as patrons have been doing since 1905 in Goldfield.
- Odeon Saloon- The Odeon Saloon in Dayton originally opened in 1863 and retains its Wild West charms. Previous saloon visitors include Mark Twain and Marilyn Monroe.
To download the Sagebrush Saloon Passport, visit Sagebrush Saloon Passport (travelnevada.com).
