Extraterrestrial Highway

Set against rugged hills and open sagebrush plains, this area invites visitors to explore ancient stone structures, walk scenic trails, and take in wide-open views that evoke centuries of desert life. Adventure Type: Scenic walking and historical exploration. Surface: Packed dirt paths and primitive trails. Difficulty: Easy, family-friendly terrain. Best Time to Visit: Spring and fall for m...

This peaceful refuge offers hikers, birdwatchers, and nature lovers a chance to slow down and soak in the quiet beauty of freshwater wetlands surrounded by stark desert hills. Adventure Type: Walking trails, wildlife viewing, scenic exploration. Surface: Packed dirt paths and boardwalks. Difficulty: Easy, family-friendly routes. Best Time to Visit: Spring and fall (for migrations and cooler...

Just off Highway 318, this impressive site offers history lovers, photographers, and curious explorers a chance to view one of the best preserved sites in Nevada. Adventure Type: Self-guided historical exploration. Surface: Dirt paths and rocky terrain. Difficulty: Easy, with uneven ground in places. Best Time to Visit: Fall through spring for moderate temperatures. Delamar’s story begins ...

As you drive north up Great Basin Highway, you will pass the teeny town of Panaca before seeing the Cathedral Gorge State Park Visitor's Center on the left side of the road. After you take a left, follow the road down and to the right, pay the park fee and prepared to take in some funky formations that are reminiscent of the set of Land of the Lost. Park at the "Caves" area and walk around thro...

Cathedral Gorge seems like a hidden gem. There aren't many people who visit so if you go, you should have plenty of room to do as you wish. The Gorge was created through volcanic activity millions of years ago which spewed ash into mounds that were filled with water and faulted into the many valleys there are today. There are some amazing sights to see. Plenty of narrow valleys, and a large va...

Adventure Type: Rock climbing & scrambling. Rock Type: Red sandstone and limestone features. Difficulty: Varies - beginner to advanced lines available. Best Time to Visit: Fall through spring for cooler climbing conditions. Arrow Canyon’s landscape is defined by striking red walls, canyon passages, and exposed ridges that attract climbers of many skill levels. The quality of the rock an...