The post Summer Special Events & The Road Trips to Get You There appeared first on Travel Nevada. Grab the snacks and queue the playlist—nothing says summer like a good ol’ fashioned road trip. But the sunniest season isn’t just for hitting the highway. Here in the Silver State, it’s also prime time for special events. Combine the quest for freedom the open road fulfills with a stop at one of Nevada’s extra-special summer events. Double your fun this summer by pairing a road trip on some iconic routes with the anything-but-ordinary fairs, festivals, and races happening in cities and comm ..read more

The post Rock On: Nevada’s Rock Climbing Playground appeared first on Travel Nevada. The past decade has seen a massive rise in rock climbing popularity, and for good reason. The sport is relatively inexpensive, it promotes outdoor exploration, and it’s a perfect excuse to get in shape. It’s also a great mental workout, requiring climbers to think critically as they move their bodies in and out of compromising positions.  Nevada is the nation’s biggest rock climbing playground.  To enjoy the sport, there’s no better place than the Silver State. Not only is Nevada home to popular cl ..read more

The post Exploring the Extraterrestrial Highway appeared first on Travel Nevada. Two aptly named earthlings embark on an otherworldly road trip. It started as a joke. Or maybe more of a bad pun. “A Rachel in Rachel, Nevada.” Unexpectedly, the little quip snowballed. “Ali at the Little Ali-Inn,” playing off the legendary Little A’Le’Inn near Area 51. Before we knew it, the two of us were packing up the car, topping off the gas tank, and departing Carson City. Bound for the Extraterrestrial Highway, we were ready for a true Nevada road trip. DAY 1: Going to Goldfield Ali Anderson (AA): As a ..read more

The post Legendary Nevadans Part III: This One’s for the Ladies appeared first on Travel Nevada. These leading ladies took the chance to go where no woman had gone before, and for that, they are our favorite firsts. In honor of Women’s History Month, we decided to feature a few of the women who figured prominently in the state’s history. From political firsts to a local sheriff, these women proved there were no bounds on their ambition or their impact on Nevada life. Nevada Historical Society Sadie Dotson Hurst Her Place was in the House (and Assembly) In 1918, a Reno newspaper noted Rep ..read more

The post Winter State-Cation: Warm Weather Escapes in Southern Nevada appeared first on Travel Nevada. Winter’s icy temps are welcomed by those who dream of bluebird powder days and snowshoe hikes through Nevada’s backcountry. There are, however, a number of people who long for the warmth of the sun and dream of tropical locales. That wish can fade when faced with the cost of an island getaway but take heart: southern Nevada offers a solution. Follow the birds south for the winter and enjoy Nevada’s warmer climes. In November, Las Vegas and the surrounding area averages 70 degrees; from ..read more

The post Legendary Nevadans Part II: More Historic Movers & Shakers appeared first on Travel Nevada. Meet some movers, shakers, and history-makers who helped give Nevada its fascinating personality. In October of 2021 we honored Nevada’s birthday by unveiling a lineup of larger-than-life personalities who helped put this wild, beautiful state on the map with their fascinating lives. And now we’re back with another roster of historical figures every Nevada-lover should get to know—as well as museums, state parks, and other intriguing places where you can follow in their footsteps, all aro ..read more

The post Uncommon Overnighters: Weirdly Wonderful Silver State Stays appeared first on Travel Nevada. Calling All Lovers of Quirky and Weird Sure, you could stay at a fabulous, amenity-packed casino resort, or maybe you want to build those reward points by lodging at your preferred chain hotel. But if you’re looking for a different kind of adventure that centers on where you rest your head, have we got the overnighters for you. Welcome to accommodation options that are as uncommon as they are awesomely weird. Nevada weird, which means you won’t find it anywhere else. And after all, isn’t tha ..read more

The post No Tricks, All Treats: Where to Celebrate Spooky Season in the Silver State appeared first on Travel Nevada. When it comes to Halloween, there’s skele-tons of fun to be had in Nevada. If you’re looking to make the most of spooky season, the Silver State’s event calendar is fully boo-ked with all kinds of things to see and do. Get pump(kin)ed for this roundup of Halloween events throughout the state. Go batty for this list full of ghosts, monsters, and even a pumpkin patch or two Haunted Houses Fall Farm Festivals Month-Long Celebrations Ghost Walks & Tours Nevada Day Haunted Ho ..read more

The post Off-Road Adventures: Discover Your New Favorite Backcountry Route appeared first on Travel Nevada. If someone knows just one thing about Nevada, it’s probably how huge the state is, or how almost 85 percent of its land is public. What they might not know is how seriously we take off-roading around here. In fact, Nevada is home to the very first congressionally designated off-road (as in dirt) trail in the country. Another thing we’re serious about? Helping you get onto the lesser-traveled backroads that traverse our landscape. When there’s so much to explore, it also means there’s so ..read more

The post 12 Reasons To Hit Las Vegas In Winter (That Have Nothing To Do With The Strip) appeared first on Travel Nevada. 1/1 View Slideshow 1. Warming up at Gold Strike Hot Springs Every hike needs a rewarding destination, and it doesn’t get much better than this canyon scramble on the way to a relaxing soak in one of the state’s finest natural hot springs. Take note: The 6.5-mile round-trip route is no casual stroll. Small sections require basic climbing and rappelling, with ropes attached to ease the journey. Stop along the way to bathe in various pools — try to find the ..read more