WITH THOUSANDS OF HIKING TRAILS, THE COUNTRY’S DARKEST SKIES, AND UNFORGETTABLE ROAD TRIPS, THE SILVER STATE OFFERS NUMEROUS WAYS TO GET A LITTLE OUT THERE (WHILE GETTING OFF YOUR DEVICE).

HIKING

Explore Boulder City’s Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail for panoramic views of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, mountain tunnels, and facts about the area’s wildlife and landmarks. For breathtaking vistas and alpine adventure, venture 45 minutes northwest from Vegas to Charleston Peak, southern Nevada’s tallest mountain.

STARGAZING

Located a short drive from Ely, Great Basin National Park is home to nationally recognized stargazing spots. You can stand nearly anywhere within the park’s boundaries and gaze in awe at the endless space above.

HOT SPRINGS

Two incredible hot springs are within a day’s trip. Gold Strike Hot Spring’s challenging descent is soon rewarded with warm waters and stunning scenery. Fish Lake Valley Hot Springs offers perfect views of Boundary Peak, Nevada’s tallest mountain, and exceptional stargazing.

ROAD TRIPS

Explore Nevada’s spellbinding scenery on a Travel Nevada-created road trips, like the Death Valley Rally and its below-sea-level lows to Mount Charleston’s highs, biker bars to wineries, and dunes to pines. Alternatively, opt for Neon to Nature’s scenic drive, featuring mini road trips exploring the Hoover Dam, Red Rock Canyon, and Valley of Fire.

WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS

Witness Nevada’s diverse wildlife for yourself with a trip to Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, which is packed with stunning landscapes, meandering boardwalks, unique ecology, and Wild West history. Or explore Moapa Valley National Wildlife Refuge, home to thermal springs crucial for the endangered Moapa Dace fish.