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Let’s Go Back to the Ponderosa, Pa: Fun Facts About NBC’s Bonanza

As the network’s longest-running Western TV series, there wasn’t a family in America that wasn’t familiar with NBC’s Bonanza. Telling the story of Ben Cartwright and his three sons—Adam, Hoss, and Little Joe— the show was hands-down a fan favorite. With its picturesque shots of Nevada’s Lake Tahoe areas and its relatable characters, the show ran for 14 years and a total of 431 episodes!

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With hundreds of episodes to keep track of, we’re sure that even Bonanza’s die-hard fans don’t know everything there is to know about the show. So, saddle up, partner! We’re going on a trip to the Ponderosa to visit some of our old friends. Here are some behind-the-scenes facts from NBC’s hit show, Bonanza!