In the glittering heart of the world's gambling mecca, you cannot buy a single lottery ticket. Nevada's constitution has prohibited lotteries since 1864, a ban largely upheld today by a powerful casino industry that views the lottery as direct competition.
When massive Powerball or Mega Millions jackpots capture the national imagination, Las Vegas residents must embark on a "lottery pilgrimage" across state lines to California or Arizona. The California Run: Primm buy lottery tickets near las vegas
The most legendary destination is at Primm. Located about 40 miles southwest of the Las Vegas Strip, it sits in a peculiar spot: while its parking lot is technically in Nevada, the storefront itself is just feet across the California border. The Lotto Store In the glittering heart of the world's gambling
Lotto venue selling scratchcards, Powerball and other games, plus vending machines and counter service. Why Nevada, 4 other states don't sell lottery tickets The California Run: Primm The most legendary destination
