Lyon County

Lyon County spreads across Nevada's landscape, connecting settled areas with open land between the Reno and Carson City regions. The territory includes several towns, with Fernley and Yerington serving as centers of local activity.

The area was established in 1861 and named for Nathaniel Lyon, a Union officer from the Civil War era. Dayton initially served as the county seat before the administrative center moved to Yerington in 1911.

Small towns here maintain traditions rooted in the region's past, visible in local gatherings and community events throughout the year. Residents actively shape their towns through regular celebrations that bring people together.

The region has several small airports serving local air traffic, including Yerington Municipal Airport. Interstate 80 provides the main road connection for travelers passing through or between the towns.

The area permits multiple licensed gambling venues and remains one of the few Nevada jurisdictions allowing regulated adult entertainment businesses. This legal framework sets it apart from many other parts of the state.

Location: Nevada

Inception: 1861

Capital city: Yerington

Shares border with: Washoe County, Churchill County, Mineral County, Storey County, Douglas County, Mono County, Carson City

Website: https://lyon-county.org

GPS coordinates: 39.01000,-119.19000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:26