Klondike Sunset Casino, Henderson, NV

While Las Vegas is a large gaming town the city of Henderson, Nevada started out as an area where magnesium was mined. It became known as the "miracle metal'' during World War II. The metal was used to make incendiary munitions casings, airplane engines, frames and other parts. Because of this metal Henderson grew and became a city; however, it almost lost its existence after the war when magnesium was no longer needed in great quantities.

Thanks to the foresight of the government of Nevada it is prospering today. The small community is home to many families that work in the area. Las Vegas is just a few miles away and the Strip can be seen from many establishments.

While most of the gambling takes place in Las Vegas there are some casinos in Henderson. The Klondike Sunset Casino is located at 444 Sunset Road in Henderson.

They offer two hundred and thirty seven gaming machines for guests to win big money on. There are forty two penny slot machines, one hundred and one nickel slot machines and thirty two quarter slot machines. The slot machines are the old fashioned kind that used to be in all the casinos so they are hand payout. There are still some that let visitors insert the coins.

People that enjoy playing on multi denominational slots have fifty one slot machines to choose from. Eleven dollar slot machines are available and players can take a chance on the Cool Millions dollar slot machine.

If table games are what interests the players they can play Blackjack on four tables. Two tables are set aside for Roulette. They have an online Sports Book as well. The casino is open twenty four hours a day. This casino has ten cent roulette which is probably the least expensive game in the area.

The Klondike Sunset Casino has regular drawings with a chance to win significant cash. Regulars and visitors frequent this establishment.

If guests of the Klondike Sunset Casino find themselves hungry they can eat at the Klondike Caf,Restaurant. The food at the restaurant is some of the most reasonable in the area. Check out the ninety nine cents specials. Guests may be able to purchase a drink and get their meal free; check with friendly staff about this offer.

When guests want a respite from gaming there are other things to do in the area. Since Henderson is family oriented there are several movie complexes with first run movies. Playing golf in Henderson will give you several options of golf courses.

Water parks for the kids and amusement parks at some of the Las Vegas Strip hotels will keep everyone occupied for hours.

If visitors to the area like to shop, the malls in Henderson and Las Vegas will provide hours of pleasure. The major Las Vegas hotels and casinos also have designer shopping plazas for clothing, shoes and jewelry.

Dining in Henderson is as varied as it is in Las Vegas. Fast food, chain restaurants and home cooked meals are all available.