Reno - Pyramid Highway
Box store heaven and an alternate route to Black Rock City.
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G Albertsons
9750 Pyramid Lake Hwy - 775-425-2700
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Home Depot
4655 Galleria Pkwy - 775-354-2245
Ah, so you've decided to take the scenic route, eh? That’s cool. You won’t miss out on any of the goodies by traveling Pyramid Highway. And by the way, it’s not really a highway. We just call it that to throw you off. If you are planning to camp at Pyramid Lake, be sure to get a permit.
Exit I-80 at Pyramid Highway and turn north. That’s generally left if you are coming from Cali-forn-I-AY. The first thing to note is the In-N-Out Burger. Holy crap! It’s true. Reno has one. Carson City has one. And not to be left out, Sparks has one. So glad they finally figured out how to get the meat over Donner Summit during the winter.
As you travel, you’ll notice a number of shopping spots that might pique your interest. However, we want to really highlight what’s available after you've passed McCarran Blvd. The area is growing big time and developers are building as fast as they can to meet demand for big box shopping in this corner of the world. Drive a few miles and keep your eyes open for Home Depot, down a hill on the right side of the road.
The first stop light past McCarran Blvd. is Los Altos, also confusingly shown as Highland Ranch Parkway on the left and Disc Drive on the street sign to the right. Look left and there’s a Super Wal-Mart along with a BofA and Kohl’s. On the right Home Depot is beckoning you. Get one of their Home Dogs. With relish. Yum. This is also the location of Costco, which opened in 2006.
As you make your way a few more miles up Pyramid, the last sign of civilization is at La Posada Drive. On the left is a 7-11 with fuel. On the right is Winner’s Corner gas station and mini-market, Albertsons, Burger King, Port of Subs, Lakeside Bar & Grill and a really decent all-you-can-eat sushi bar. Albertsons will be prepared for us, same as all the other Albertson's / Save Mart. They know we’re coming ‘cause we told ‘em. The sushi bar is closed on Mondays, so don’t stop there on Labor Day. Head to Reno instead.
Parking can be challenging. If you have a large vehicle or a street-legal submarine, turn into the Albertson's / Save Mart shopping center from Pyramid rather than turning right at the light. Park close to that entrance and walk to where you’re going. Your steering column will thank you.
That’s it folks. If you don’t have what you need at this point, you don’t freaking need it!
To get to the playa from here, keep heading out of town on Pyramid and follow the sign for the road to Nixon. It's a right turn shortly before you get to Pyramid Lake, and this route is a beautiful alternative to the traditional drive out via Fernley. All the regular warnings about bunnies and cows still apply; drive safely!
Wal-Mart Super Center
5065 Pyramid Lake Road - 775-425-9300 - map
Costco Wholesale
4810 Galleria Pkwy - Opening late 2006 - map
G Albertson's / Save Mart
9750 Pyramid Lake Hwy - 775-425-2700 - map
Cooperating in the 2007 Drive-Thru Recycling Initiative. Read more here
Bank of America
5005 Pyramid Lake Hwy - 775-425-1500 - map
Home Depot
4655 Galleria Pkwy - 775-354-2245 - map
Prism Magic Clothing & Imports
2161 Pyramid Way - 75-356-5577 - map
Yup! We're on the way to the big ole Burn on Pyramid Way. We specialize in tie-dye but have all sorts of fun 'Playa Wear'. Crinolines, sarongs, hats, vintage clothing and other unique items. Stop on by & have some fun. XOXO. Lauren, Steve, Sabra, Gigi & Crew
G Albertson's / Save Mart
9750 Pyramid Lake Hwy - 775-425-2700 - map
Cooperating in the 2007 Drive-Thru Recycling Initiative. Read more here
Need more info?
Try: Reno News and Review, Reno Gazette-Journal, Reno Magazine, National Traffic and Road Closure Information, PlayReno, NevadaNet, goTahoe.com, tahoe.com. 
