The $800 million Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park - owned by the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria - features Las Vegas-style gambling with 3,000 slot and video poker machines, blackjack and other card games just 50 miles north of the city. Drivers were advised to find alternate parking. The California Highway Patrol said at noon that its parking lot was full.
One of California's largest Native American casinos opened Tuesday in wine country, and its owners are counting on its proximity to San Francisco to help bring people through the doors.Īs expected it had big crowds on opening day.
