Things to do on-site and nearby
On-site activities at Cactus Petes Resort Casino & Horseshu Hotel center on casino gaming (slots, table games and a sportsbook), multiple dining options including 36 Steak & Seafood and the Desert Room, plus a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub. Nearby you can golf at Jackpot Golf Course, visit Shoshone Falls or explore local hiking and reservoir recreation.
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Casino, gaming and live entertainment
The resort’s gaming floor offers slot machines, table games and a sportsbook; a dedicated VIP gaming room and arcade/game room provide other indoor entertainment options. Children are not permitted on the casino floor.
Check the resort’s event calendar or the casino’s listings for any live shows or scheduled entertainment in the showroom and ballroom.
- Roughly 500+ slot machines (listed across sources)
- Table games and a sportsbook for sports betting
- VIP gaming room and an on-site poker area
| Area | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Casino floor | Slots, table games, keno and sportsbook |
| VIP/poker room | Higher-limit play and private seating |
| Arcade/game room | Family-friendly gaming options (non-casino) |
Dining and bars on-site
On-site restaurants range from a casual café to a steakhouse. 36 Steak & Seafood is the resort’s fine-dining option (open Thursday–Saturday evenings), while the Desert Room serves American café-style meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner with extended weekend hours.
Quick-service options and a drive-through coffee window are available for faster meals or to-go orders.
- 36 Steak & Seafood — dinner Thu–Sat, reservations recommended
- Desert Room — breakfast, lunch and dinner; no reservation required
- The Plateau / Nosh — quick-service options
- Bordertown Brew — drive-through coffee
| Restaurant | Typical hours / note |
|---|---|
| 36 Steak & Seafood | Thursday–Saturday evenings; reservations suggested |
| Desert Room | Daily from morning into evening; later hours Fri–Sat |
| Bordertown Brew | Drive-through coffee for on-the-go guests |
Pool, hot tub and spa-style rooms
A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers operates in warmer months (reported May–September). An on-site hot tub is listed as available; some sources indicate the hot tub may operate year-round.
The property also offers Tower Spa Suites and Granite Spa Suites that include in-room Jacuzzi tubs if you prefer a private spa-style soak.
- Seasonal outdoor pool (May–September)
- On-site hot tub; availability may vary by season
- Tower Spa Suites and Granite Spa Suites — in-room Jacuzzi options
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pool | Seasonal; open in late spring through early fall |
| Hot tub | On-site; some reports indicate year-round operation |
| Spa suites | In-room Jacuzzi tubs in Tower Spa Suites and Granite Spa Suites |
Golf and outdoor activities nearby
Jackpot Golf Course (also called Jackpot Golf Club) is the nearest course and is usually listed as about 1–1.2 miles from the hotel; it’s an 18-hole course set against local mountain scenery.
For outdoor recreation beyond golf, Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir is popular for fishing and boating, and several day hikes (Grassy Mountain, Steamboat trail and others) are within driving distance.
- Jackpot Golf Course — 18 holes, roughly 1–1.2 miles from the resort
- Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir — fishing and boating
- Local hikes: Grassy Mountain, Steamboat, Little Tug and others
| Activity | Typical location |
|---|---|
| Golf | Jackpot Golf Course (about 1–1.2 miles) |
| Fishing/boating | Salmon Falls Creek Reservoir |
| Hiking | Nearby trails within roughly 8–13 miles |
Day trips and regional sightseeing
Twin Falls, Idaho and the Snake River Canyon attractions are commonly visited from Jackpot. Shoshone Falls (about a 40–45 mile drive) and the Perrine Bridge/overlook are typical day-trip options.
Longer drives can take you to the Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument or cities like Elko for regional museums; confirm drive times and seasonal road conditions before you go.
- Shoshone Falls / Snake River Canyon — about 40–45 miles north
- Perrine Bridge visitor center and Twin Falls museums
- Hagerman Fossil Beds — popular stop near Twin Falls
- Elko — regional museums and cultural sites (longer drive)
| Destination | Typical drive time / distance (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Shoshone Falls (Twin Falls, ID) | About 40–45 miles by road |
| Twin Falls attractions | Same-day trip options from Jackpot |
| Elko (Northeastern Nevada Museum) | Longer day trip (approx. 97–98 miles) |
Events, meetings and weddings
Cactus Petes provides multiple event spaces including the Ruby Mountain Ballroom (2,585 sq ft) which seats up to 180 guests for plated dinners or buffet-style events, plus a 1,155 sq ft foyer useful for cocktail hours.
Smaller functions can use Hospitality Suites or the Executive Board Room; on-site catering is available for weddings and meetings. Contact the events team for AV, seating and menu details.
- Ruby Mountain Ballroom — 2,585 sq ft; up to 180 guests
- 1,155 sq ft foyer for pre-function receptions
- Hospitality Suites and Executive Board Room for smaller groups
- On-site catering and AV equipment
| Space | Capacity / note |
|---|---|
| Ruby Mountain Ballroom | 2,585 sq ft — up to 180 guests |
| Foyer | 1,155 sq ft — suitable for cocktail hour |
| Executive Board Room | Seats up to 17; AV provided |
Family, pet and practical info on-site
The resort is family-friendly: children 18 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult guest, but the person booking the room must be at least 21 and present ID and a credit card at check-in.
Designated pet-friendly rooms are located in the Horseshu Building (a non-refundable pet fee applies per the property’s published policy); service animals are allowed without charge.
- Minimum age to rent a room: 21 (valid photo ID and credit card required at check-in)
- Children 18 and under stay free when with an adult guest
- Pet-friendly rooms: Horseshu Pet Friendly, Across the street from Cactus Petes Resort Casino Room (fee applies)
- Rooms include Tower Deluxe Room, Tower Deluxe Smoking. Room, Horseshu, Across the street from Cactus Petes Resort Casino Room, Horseshu Hotel Two Queens Smoking, Across the street from Cactus Petes Resort Casino Room
| Service | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Nightly amenity fee applies for many rooms (exempt: Horseshu Building) |
| Parking | Free self-parking plus RV/bus/truck parking; EV charging station listed |
| Check-in/out | Check-in from 4:00 PM; check-out at 11:00 AM |
