Nevada

This man-made lake on the Colorado River is underrated in my opinion.  It has everything an outdoor enthusiast could want from scuba diving, hiking, horseback riding, all kinds of water sports, and plenty of camping options.      This beach is near Boulder City.  Use the Boulder City Entrance, g...

Start the hike from the parking area. This is a great way to see several of the main draws at the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada. First, the trail is fairly level and sandy. Further down the trail, there is a fairly sharp descent in the canyon below. There is a place and a marker from a film...

Begin your drive from the visitor center. Drive along the scenic highway and stop at one of the multiple parking areas to get out of the car, stretch your legs, and hike some the trails starting from the parking area. There is a variety of easy to moderate difficulty trails stemming from the park...

During a boom in gold mining around the towns of Tonopah and Goldfield, Nevada, a mining town called Silver Peak was established about 25 miles west of Goldfield. Land speculators purchased much of the area surrounding Silver Peak, and when the Pittsburg-Silver Peak Gold Mining Company sought a s...

The ghost town of Candelaria lies in rural Nevada, where desolate two-lane highways give way to even quieter roads of broken up pavement. Once a booming silver town, Candelaria's isolated location is somewhat to blame for it having become the empty unpopulated place it is today. Originally settl...

Zephyr Cove on the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe is a fantastic starting point for a host of water sports and activities and given the protected nature of the cove, a great place to wake surf and to *learn* to wake surf To get to Zephyr Cove take Highway 50 north for 7 miles out of South Lake Tahoe...

Topaz Lake is a family-friendly Lake within a days drive from Reno/ Lake Tahoe area. As you descend Washoe Valley into the Minden area, wonderful open pastures lend itself to gorgeous vistas. The Topaz Lake Recreation Area near Gardnerville on the Nevada side of the lake offers camping and a day...

Who doesn't love an easy trail, that takes you to an epic arch?...I know I do! With this trail being right off the road, and probably a quarter mile from Elephant Arch, it's super convenient and well worth the 5-10 minute walk/hike. The trail is marked as Arrowhead Trail Historic Marker, so that...

Start the hike from the parking area for the Petroglyph Canyon Trail. The trail is not difficult to hike, but has deep sand in some places. There are very good views of the rock formations and of the desert vegetation and there are a couple of places where petroglyphs can be seen. The view at the...

...If you love hot springs, this is a hot spring that's worth checking out. Alkali hot springs are a well taken care of "rock tubs' in the southern desert of Nevada. The area only consists of two tubs, but both are nicely maintained and offer a nice view. I honestly couldn't tell you how often th...

Atlatl Rock, located in Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada, is a must-visit destination for history and nature lovers. Famous for its ancient petroglyphs, this towering sandstone formation offers a short climb via metal stairs to view well-preserved rock carvings dating back thousands of years. ...

...Nevada has got some amazing "under the radar" hot springs, but this was one of my personal favorites. Nevada has got some hidden gems, especially hot springs throughout the state, but this one really stuck out to me the most. It was probably because of the amazing scenery, the humble people a...

Dramatic red sandstone cliffs, twisting canyons, and endless desert vistas set the stage for an unforgettable outdoor escape. Covering nearly 300,000 acres, this remote monument blends natural beauty with deep cultural history. Adventure Type: Multi-use desert exploration.Terrain: Sandstone form...

This short but unforgettable hike threads through tight sandstone walls and dramatic desert terrain, making it a perfect half-day outing for anyone craving a mix of exploration and quiet beauty under big desert skies. Trail Type: Out-and-back or loop options. Surface: Sandy washes and slickrock...

Once a thriving Mormon settlement in the 1860s, this quiet historic site now stands as a testament to resilience and change, where crumbling foundations and old stone walls sit amid open desert - making it a perfect stop for history buffs, explorers, and photographers alike. Adventure Type: Self...

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 ...