NevadaNevada

Estate of NevadaEstate of Nevada

Capital is Carson CityCapital is Carson City

Carson CityCarson City

• The population was 52,457 at the 2000 census. • Carson City is now an independent city and its

own Metropolitan Statistical Area.

GeographyGeography

Pinion Juniper forests cover large areas of the north and central

parts of the state.

NevadaNevada

Sunrise over Reno

MountainsMountains

West Mountains of Las Vegas in the Mojave Desert in December.

CountiesCounties

• Annotated map of Nevada's 17 counties.

• Nevada is divided into political jurisdictions designated as counties.

DemographicsDemographics

• Nevada Population Density Map.

Separation from Utah TerritorySeparation from Utah Territory

Gaming and laborGaming and labor

Gambling erupted once more following a recession in the early 20th century, helping to build the city of Las Vegas

Libertarian lawsLibertarian laws

The courthouse of the Supreme Court of Nevada.

Important Cities and TownsImportant Cities and Towns

1. Las Vegas 6. Paradise

2. Henderson 7. Spring Valley

3. North L. Vegas 8. Sparks

4. Reno 9. Parson City

5. Sunrise Manor 10. Pahrump

Las VegasLas Vegas

RenoReno

Carson City

ParksParks

Cathedral Gorge State Park.

Valley of Fire State Park

Mount Charleston

Great Basin National Park

Grand CanyonGrand Canyon

EconomyEconomy

• The Bureau of Economic Analysis estimates that Nevada's total state product in 2006 was $117 billion.

LegislatureLegislature

A view of the Nevada State Legislative Building in Carson City

Animals of NevadaAnimals of Nevada

Typical sportTypical sport