All Other Destinations and Attractions in Nevada

The city of Winnemucca calls itself the "Crossroads of the West". The city has a pleasant high desert climate and has done a fine job of restoring and preserving its 19th Century architecture. Winnemucca boasts of over 1000 hotel rooms and is a great spot to base yourself to explore the surrounding hiking, biking, and ATV trails.

The city of West Wendover bills itself as fun and outdoorsy. It boasts multiple hotels featuring top-notch entertainment to keep you busy during the evening and a plethora of outdoor activities and nearby parks to keep you active during the day. One attraction outside of town that is worth visiting is the Raptor Migrating Range where these beautiful and deadly hunters can be observed in their natural habitat.

The town of Tonopah was once called the Queen of Silver Camps. The city was founded in 1900 and is located halfway between Reno and Las Vegas. The city enjoys a high desert climate, as it is located at 2016m / 6020ft. Surrounding the city are small ghost towns that can be explored on foot and in town one of the highlights is the Tonopah Mining Park.

The very small town of Sutcliffe is located on the shores of Pyramid Lake. The town operates as a service center for the legions of day-trippers to one of Nevada's most popular lakes. Sutcliffe is located on the lands of the Pauite Indian Reservation.

The Spring Mountain National Recreation Area was established in 1993 and includes an area of 316,000 acres ranging in elevation from 2,600 feet to 11,918 feet. Spring Mountain is the unofficial name for Mount Charleston, the third highest peak in Nevada. The area is part of the Toiyabe National Forest.

The pleasant city of Sparks is located in the same valley as Reno and is Nevada's 5th fastest growing city. The city has done a fine job of restoring its 19th Century architecture and has won recognition from the White House for its efforts. The city is located at 1450m / 4500ft and enjoys a pleasant desert climate with lots of sunshine. Sparks has many festivals throughout the year including Best in the West Ribs coo off and Hot August Nights.

The pleasant city of Silver Springs is located right beside the Lahontan Reservoir. Once called Jackrabbit Junction, the city has grown over the years to become a nice place to live. The city boasts of a number of town parks and offers good views over the reservoir to the Dead Camel Mountains. Lake Lahontan State Park and Fort Churchill State Park are located close by.

The small town of Searchlight owes its original existence to a mining claim staked in 1897. From that day on the rich gold and silver veins were mined until they were exhausted in the early 20th Century. Today the town is a friendly relaxed place of about 800 inhabitants. One of the town's main attractions is the Searchlight Historical Museum.

Pioche (pop. 800) is located northeast of Las Vegas and is surrounded by several mountain ranges.

The thriving city of Mesquite sits at the foot of the Virgin Mountains. Located 128km / 80mi north of Las Vegas, the city bills itself as a resort destination. There are many things to see around Mesquite including hiking, biking, horseback riding and desert exploration. Mesquite is close to Zion National Park and other national Parks of Southern Utah that are easily accessible off of Interstate 15.

The city of Lovelock bills itself as a Nevada's Banana Belt. This small town of approximately 2400 people was founded in 1868 and incorporated in 1917. The city is not large, only 3.2 square km, but packs in three public parks, a swimming pool, a skateboard park and many local business serving the surrounding areas.

The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is the largest forest in the continental USA, excluding Alaska. This amazing natural area is comprised of 6.3 million acres. The forest is not one continuous area, it is spread over 10 ranger districts. The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest offers pretty much every outdoor pursuit imaginable from camping to hiking to fishing to hunting and skiing in winter.

The small town of Hawthorne has a population of just over 3000 residents and was founded in the late 19th Century. Some of the main attractions include the Mineral County Museum, the old US Navy Ammunition Depot, and El Capitan, famous for its chicken fried steak.

The town of Gardnerville was founded in 1879 and has flourished over the years to become the pleasant place it is today. Some of the town's sights include Lampe Park with its meandering stream and the well-preserved downtown area. Gardnerville is a short drive East of Lake Tahoe and about one hour from Reno.

The town of Genoa was the first permanent settlement in the state of Nevada. The town was settled around the middle of the 19th Century and became an important trading post. Some attractions in town include the Genoa Cemetery, the Courthouse Museum, and the infamous Hanging Tree.

Visitors interested in ghost towns should be sure to visit Goldfield. Here they will find a good selection of abandoned boomtown buildings. Goldfield has some operating businesses but visitors should be prepared nevertheless. The town is a favorite haunt of photographers for the many unique sights including the Goldfield Hotel and the Esmeralda County Courthouse.

Some have called the city of Fallon the "Oasis of Nevada" and with good reason. Lush farms and ranches surround the city courtesy of the Carson and Truckee river diversions. Fans of the movie Topgun may want to stop by Fallon as the training grounds for the air force pilots, NAS, is located nearby and fighter jets frequently streak across the sky.

The boomtown of Eureka is a place that should be on every visitor's itinerary. Here tourists will find a well-preserved town right out of the 19th Century. Eureka features a great selection of architecture. Some standouts are the Opera House, Sentinel Museum, and Jackson House Hotel. The city is well set up to meet all the needs of the casual visitor with comfortable accommodation and good dining options.

The small town of Caliente, population just over 1000 souls, was founded around the turn of the 20th Century. The town owes its origins to the railroads, as it was a major division point for the steam engines. Fans of westerns will be keen to check out Caliente, as it was once one of Zane Grey's favorite writing locations.

The very small town on Blue Diamond has a population of just fewer than 500 people. The town is mainly a service center to the nearby Spring Mountain State Park and Bonnie Spring Ranch. The town offers limited amenities, however, food and drink are available. Blue Diamond is easily located off of Highway 159.

The town of Belmont is a ghost town with a population of 12. Once a booming spot, today the town is quiet and a favorite haunt of photographers. Many of the old buildings still stand, a silent testament to the way things used to be. Surprisingly, there is accommodation in Belmont and meals and libations can be had a Dirty Dick's Saloon.

The small town of Beatty proclaims itself to be the "Scenic Gateway to Death Valley". The town is set in a pleasant location with views of the Bullfrog Hills, Sawtooth and Bare Mountains. Located 160km / 100 mi from Las Vegas and 9 km / 6mi from Death Valley, Beatty is well positioned to act as a base to explore the surrounding areas.

If you feel the need to get back to nature after all the glam and glitz of Las Vegas, Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is just the place. Located 144-km / 90mi northwest of Las Vegas in the Amargosa Valley, this refuge is known for having over 26 species of plants and animals that exist no place else on earth. Ash Meadows is one of the largest oases in the Mojave Desert with over 275 different species of birds, 330 species of flowers and shrubs, over 27 species of mammals and 4 endemic fish swimming in crystal blue waters. Within the refuge boundary is the famous Devils Hole, a water-filled cavern cut into a rocky hillside, where pupfish less than one inch in length have been isolated for 10,000 to 20,000 years. This pool of water has been mapped to a depth of 500 feet and the bottom has yet to be found. Nature viewing, photography and hiking are offered.

Travelers interested in unusual sights should head to the ghost town of Austin. Here visitors will find an assortment of abandoned buildings left behind when the silver mines were exhausted in the late 19th Century. At one time Austin had over 10,000 residents; today that number has dwindled down to about 200. Several hours can easily be passed just wandering the town site and thinking about the way life used to be in this location over a century and half ago.

The relocating residents of Argenta founded the town of Battle Mountain in 1870. This small town has a population of just fewer than 3000 people and some of the local businesses have been in operation for well over 100 years. The town gained notoriety in 2001 when Washington Post Magazine declared it the "Armpit of America". Since then, the town has had an annual "Armpit Festival" not surprisingly supported by Old Spice.

The name, Berlin Ichthyosaur State Park may be hard to pronounce, but don't let that deter you from visiting, especially if you are into dinosaurs and near Gabbs. At the park is found North America's best concentration and collection of Ichthyosaur fossils. Also in the park is the preserved turn of the century mining town of Berlin and the Diana Mine. Camping is available and picnic sites are provided. Note that the park is at 2333 m / 7000 ft and may be closed in the winter.

Located not far from Las Vegas, the Lee Canyon Recreation Area makes for an excellent day trip from the city. This is a good place to escape the fast pace of the city and relax in nature. Visitors gain significant elevation and are treated to excellent views out to Mount Charleston. Numerous hiking and biking trails dot the area and are easily accessed from the main highway. A ski hill operates in Lee Canyon Recreation Area in the winter months.

The Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge, located near the city of Alamo, about an hour and a half drive from Las Vegas. The refuge boasts of numerous spring-fed marshes that are home to migratory and resident bird species. Camping, hiking, hunting, fishing along with many other recreational opportunities are available to the visitor at Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge.

The city of Fernley was established in 1904 and has grown rapidly over the years and is now home to almost 20,000 residents. Fernley is located in the extreme northwest of Nevada, approximately 48km / 30mi from the Reno / Sparks area in the high desert region. If you order an item for Amazon.com, it will be shipped from Fernley.

The Thunder Mountain Monument is located near Imlay. Perhaps one of Nevada's most unusual attractions, the Thunder Mountain Monument is a testament to one man's unique take on art. Visitors will find a large number of very unusual structures, all of which were created by Frank Van Zant starting in 1968. The Thunder Mountain Monument has fallen slightly into disrepair since the suicide of Van Zant in 1989.

The town of Jackpot is located in the far northeast of Nevada on the border with Idaho. The small town exists primarily as a gaming destination for the residents of Idaho, where gambling is illegal. For a town of 1500, Jackpot has six large hotel resorts including Barton's Club 93, Cactus Pete's Resort, Covered Wagon Hotel, Four Jacks Hotel, Horseshu Hotel, and the West Star Hotel.

Fancy a game of golf while in Nevada? The Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course is just the place. Located along the shores of Lake Tahoe, this spectacular golf course challenges the skill sets of the golfer while providing an overload of scenery. The golf course opened in 1968 and was created by acclaimed designer George Fazio.

The interesting Floyd Lamb State Park is located 16km/10mi north of Las Vegas. This day-use only park was once a watering hole for Native Americans and later on, a dude ranch. Today it is a pleasant spot for a picnic or a little fishing. There four small lakes, a walking trail, grills, and restrooms.

The very small town of Rachel has the distinction of being the town closest to the famed Area 51 military installation. The town owes its livelihood to the supposed presence of UFO's flying around Area 51. Rachel has limited services including accommodation, food, & beverages, but note that no gasoline is available here.

Rye Patch State Recreation Area is a great spot to get out and enjoy the wilderness. Located 35 km / 22mi from Lovelock, Rye Patch State Recreation Area boasts of a multitude of recreational opportunities. Some of the options include camping, hiking, biking, water sports, and fishing for walleye, crappie, perch and bass.

The small town of Wells is located halfway between Elko and Wendover, and has a population of just over 1000. The main attraction in Wells is the 49er's interpretive center.