Ponderosa Ranch was a popular theme park located in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, inspired by the television show Bonanza. Opened in 1967, it featured attractions like a replica of the Cartwright family home, live shows, and various activities that highlighted the Old West. The ranch operated until 2004, attracting families and fans of the show for nearly four decades. Visitors could enjoy horseback riding, gold panning, and other Western-themed experiences, making it a unique destination in the region. Today, the site is no longer an amusement park, but it remains a notable part of Bonanza history.