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Gardnerville Nevada Map

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City	Gardnerville
State	Nevada (NV)
County	Douglas County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	38.939
Longitude	-119.736879
Population	6,211
Density	499.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	89410, 89460, 89423
Area Code	775
County Seat	Minden
School District	Douglas County School District

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About Gardnerville, Nevada

Gardnerville is a locality in Douglas County, Nevada, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,211. The population density is 499.6 people per km². Gardnerville is located at 38.9390°N, 119.7369°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 89410, 89460, 89423.

Gardnerville anchors the vast, high-altitude expanse of the valley floor, where the scent of sagebrush rises to meet the thin, crisp air of the high desert. It lies 3.7 miles north of Gardnerville Ranchos, NV (from Gardnerville Ranchos, NV: bearing 353°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south-southwest of Johnson Lane. The Cottonwood Slough traces a quiet path through the landscape, its presence marked by the subtle shifts in vegetation that stand out against the arid plains. To the west, the formidable Sierra Nevada rises in a jagged silhouette, casting a long shadow that cools the earth well before the sun disappears. Dangberg Reservoir Number Four sits nearby, holding the light of the sky in its still, reflective surface while the winds carry the silence of the open basin. Heritage Park serves as the central common ground, providing a flat, open space where the expansive horizon remains the dominant feature of the day.

Gardnerville emerged from the needs of early settlers who recognized the agricultural potential of the fertile soil sheltered by the surrounding peaks. The local economy grew from the necessity of supporting those traveling through the valley, eventually anchoring itself in ranching and the steady rhythm of livestock production. While the nineteenth-century pioneers focused on the land, modern industry has evolved to incorporate small-scale commerce and service sectors that maintain the stability of the local workforce. The history of the area remains tied to the irrigation of these dry fields, a testament to the labor required to coax life from the rain shadow of the mountains. Workers here often look toward the Carson Ranger District for timber and recreation, recognizing the forest as a vital resource for the regional character. Throughout the seasons, the town maintains a steady pace, reflecting a heritage defined by self-reliance and an enduring connection to the ground beneath.

Gardnerville carries a quiet, unpretentious spirit that prizes the deliberate pace of a life lived in harmony with the changing light of the seasons. Residents gather at community events that emphasize the local heritage, often centering on the traditions that have persisted since the early days of settlement. The atmosphere is defined by the quality of the light at dusk, which turns the valley floor a deep, bruised purple as the sun slips behind the Sierra Nevada. While the town remains modest in its offerings, it provides a sense of place where the scale of the sky makes the everyday feel significant. Public life frequently revolves around the accessible grounds of Heritage Park, a space that facilitates the simple, social interactions that define the local identity. The quietude of the surroundings ensures that the focus remains on the immediate landscape, where the wind and the horizon shape the daily experience of every person who calls Gardnerville home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Stodick Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 078° E
Lampe Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 217° SW
Toiyabe National Forest (National Forest) — 4.0 mi, 173° S · 3.9M acres
River Fork Ranch Preserve (Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 297° NW
Genoa Fault Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 6.2 mi, 301° NW
Fay Canyon Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.3 mi, 231° SW
The Genoa Gallery (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 307° NW
California State Lands Commission (State Resource Management Area) — 8.0 mi, 183° S
Eldorado National Forest (National Forest) — 8.1 mi, 250° W · 703k acres
Open Space (State Recreation Area) — 8.5 mi, 287° W
Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 278° W
On Tahoe Time (Gallery) — 11.1 mi, 276° W
The Loft (Theatre) — 11.1 mi, 276° W
Heavenly Village Cinemas (Cinema) — 11.1 mi, 276° W
Hard Rock Stadium Cinemas (Cinema) — 11.1 mi, 278° W
Pacific Crest Gallery (Gallery) — 11.1 mi, 276° W
Snowshoe Thompson Historical Monument (Monument) — 11.6 mi, 190° S
Round Hill Pines Beach Resort (Attraction) — 12.1 mi, 287° W
Zephyr Cove Beach (Attraction) — 12.3 mi, 292° W
M. S. Dixie II Terminal (Attraction) — 12.4 mi, 292° W
Barney Riley (Historic Ruins) — 12.6 mi, 162° S
St Theresa (Public Artwork) — 12.8 mi, 270° W
Burbank Canyons Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 13.4 mi, 116° SE · 13k acres
Van Gogh & Vino (Arts Centre) — 15.2 mi, 354° N
Korean War Memorial (Monument) — 15.4 mi, 005° N
Nevada State Constitution Monument (Monument) — 15.6 mi, 354° N
Old US Mint (Museum) — 15.9 mi, 354° N
Tallac Historic Site (Attraction) — 16.6 mi, 270° W
Mokelumne Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 17.7 mi, 195° S · 104k acres
Desolation Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 18.4 mi, 262° W · 64k acres

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