Eldorado Canyon in Southern Nevada was a rough and tumbled place in the mid-1880s. At least 12 mining camps were established in the canyon. The mining era lasted about 30 years. Some prospectors found gold. Many found nothing. Today most visitors to Eldorado Canyon come to take the Techatticup … [Read more...]

Erosion and climate extremes have created a unique landscape in Eastern Nevada State Park. Your first stop at Cathedral George State Park should be the visitors center, which has displays and information about all of eastern Nevada. Cathedral Gorge Information Center is open from 9:00 am to 4:00 … [Read more...]

Towering 11,000 feet above the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and just 40 minutes from the clanking slot machines of the strip, Mount Charleston, formally named Charleston Peak, offers visitors an abundance of winter activities as well as a fantastic place to escape the Mojave Desert’s summer … [Read more...]

Nevada is rich in historic sites and landmarks. Gold and silver mining ghost towns, pony express ranches, Indian dwellings, forts, saloons, railroad depots, and historic buildings are scattered across the state. Take a break from the casino and head out into the desert. Nevada's historic sites are … [Read more...]

Beatty Nevada's Gateway to Death Valley Beatty is 115 miles north of Las Vegas. This rural desert town sprang up in the 1870s when homesteaders settled along the Amargosa River. Most visitors to Beatty, Nevada, are just passing through; however, several interesting points of interest are … [Read more...]

Find out what's going on this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada. Search by day, weekend, price, or location. Deals save up to 50% off ticket booth prices for shows, concerts, and attractions in and around Las Vegas. Nevada Day Trip Ideas What's going on in Los Angeles What's Going on in … [Read more...]

Mormon Station State Park is located in Genoa, Nevada. The park is a short scenic drive outside Carson City and about 40 miles from Reno, Nevada. Genoa is home to only 250 people and offers a quaint town charm with a historical feel. It's a resort town, with a relaxed atmosphere to get away from the … [Read more...]

Thunder Mountain Monument Imlay Nevada. This unusual attraction is located along Interstate 80, about 130 miles east of Reno, Nevada. Thunder Mountain is One man's creation dedicated to the North American Indians. Imlay, Nevada, is a tiny railroad town about a two-hour drive from Reno, Nevada. … [Read more...]

Ward Charcoal Ovens' six beehive-looking ovens were built around 1876 to provide charcoal for two silver smelters located at Ward, Nevada. At one time, Ward was the largest town in White Pine County, with 1500. Today remains of the city of Ward are on private property and can not be visited without … [Read more...]

Nevada's Valley of Fire State Park is straight out of a science fiction movie. Nowhere in this world can you find as many stunning red sandstone formations as there are in the Valley of Fire. Located 60 miles northeast of Las Vegas, Valley of Fire is one of Nevada's most visited attractions. … [Read more...]