Nevada Travel Guide
Nevada… home to both the Entertainment Capital of the World and millions of acres of remote outdoor scenery. Join the party in Las Vegas, or escape to the beauty of Nevada’s rugged and wild land. With some of the best star-gazing in the country, unbelievable red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, unique wildlife, and more ghost towns than living towns, Nevada is a destination perfect for outdoor adventurers and party-goers alike.
Las Vegas
15 Things to Do in Las Vegas with Teenagers
Is Las Vegas a good place to bring teenagers (or your kids)? Will they have fun? Is there enough for them to do? If you are wondering if you should visit Las Vegas with teenagers, we can help. We are frequent visitors to Las Vegas, using Las Vegas as a starting or ending point for […]
Best of Las Vegas: Things to Do, Day Trip Ideas & Sample Itineraries
Las Vegas…also known as Sin City, Lost Wages, the Gambling Capital of the World, the City that Never Sleeps, and the Entertainment Capital of the World, is one of the top vacation destinations in the USA. Las Vegas makes a great weekend getaway destination but it is also the perfect place to start and/or end […]
Valley of Fire
16 Best Things to Do in the Valley of Fire, Nevada
The Valley of Fire State Park is a brilliant, colorful outdoor destination located in Nevada, just one hour from Las Vegas. Filled with panoramic vistas, hiking trails, petroglyphs, scenic drives, and stunning red and pink rock formations, the Valley of Fire makes an excellent day trip from Vegas. In this guide, we cover the best things to do in the Valley of Fire and how to plan your visit.
Red Rock Canyon
Two Fun, Short Hikes to do at Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas
Just 30 minutes from downtown Las Vegas is Red Rock Canyon, an outdoor playground for hikers, families, and outdoor adventurers. Go mountain biking, rock climbing, explore the hiking trails, and enjoy the view on the scenic drive through the park. If you want to escape the bright, neon lights and all-you-can-eat food buffets for a little outdoor adventure, Red Rock Canyon is calling your name.
Road Trips From Las Vegas
Grand Canyon Road Trip: 5 Itineraries from Las Vegas
Are you planning a trip to the Grand Canyon? There are many different ways to plan your perfect road trip, depending on how much time you have and your interests. The American Southwest is packed with stunning parks and landscapes, and it is easy to add on places like Antelope Canyon, Zion National Park, and Sedona to your Grand Canyon road trip.
Two Week American Southwest Road Trip: Grand Canyon & Utah’s Mighty 5
This is one of the best road trips in the USA. On this American Southwest road trip, you will visit Utah’s Mighty 5, the Grand Canyon, and a handful of wonderful state parks and national monuments.
10 Days in the American Southwest: The Ultimate Road Trip
The American Southwest is one of the USA’s best road trip destinations. It’s unbelievable how much there is to see and do here. There are the breathtaking vistas of the Grand Canyon, thrilling hiking trails in Zion National Park, and millions of hoodoos to photograph in Bryce Canyon. Are you getting excited yet? The list keeps going, with the sweeping views of Monument Valley, dusty, off-road adventures in Grand Staircase-Escalante, and numerous slot canyons to scramble through. On this American Southwest itinerary, you get to experience all of these things.
Las Vegas to San Diego 10 Day Road Trip Itinerary
If you are planning a road trip from Las Vegas to San Diego, there are several different ways to do it. Go on a national park road trip, visiting both Death Valley National Park and Joshua Tree National Park on the drive. Or, you can spend some time in the Mojave National Preserve, which is home to a surprisingly wide variety of landscapes.
Death Valley
2 Amazing Days in Death Valley: Itinerary from Las Vegas
If you like the idea of exploring sand dunes, climbing down into an extinct volcano, hiking through canyons, and seeing one of the United States’ most unique landscapes, Death Valley is calling your name. With 2 days in Death Valley, you can see the main highlights, although more time allows you to explore further. This […]
Exactly How to Plan Your Death Valley Day Trip from Las Vegas
Death Valley is the hottest, driest, and lowest place in the United States. But don’t let its mysterious name and seemingly barren landscape discourage you from planning a trip here. This park is full of wonderful surprises. In this article, get the details on how to plan a Death Valley day trip from Las Vegas. […]
More Information About Nevada
10 Amazing Slot Canyons to Explore in the American Southwest
The American Southwest is a playground for hikers, photographers, and adventurers. Fun to explore and extremely photogenic, slot canyons provide a unique hiking experience. We have assembled a short list of some of the best slot canyons in Utah, Arizona, and Nevada. This is not an all-inclusive list, because there are tons of slot canyons […]
12 Best National Parks to Visit in September 2025 (USA)
September is one of the best months of the year to visit the national parks. The weather is fantastic across much of the USA, the busy summer season is coming to an end, and, in some parks, you can see the first of the fall colors. In this guide, we list 12 of the best […]
15 Best National Parks to Visit in July 2025 (USA)
Which are the best national parks to visit in July? In this guide, we list 15 great parks to visit in the USA. Go hiking in Mount Rainier and Glacier National Parks, go whale watching in the Channel Islands, and venture into Alaska for some amazing adventures. About this National Park Series This article is […]
Best USA Road Trips: 18 Ideas for Your Next Big Adventure
One of the best ways to explore the USA is on a good old-fashioned road trip. Cruise along Route 66, road trip through the Florida Keys, explore the American Southwest, or even drive from coast to coast. In this guide, we share 18 of the best USA road trips…18 great ideas for your next big […]
Ultimate US National Parks List for 2025 (+ Printable Checklist)
The US national parks are one of this country’s best ideas…land set aside for the preservation of the natural world and the enjoyment of the people. Every few years, another park gets added and the US national parks list grows a little longer. Over the past 150 years, 63 national parks have been created in […]
Top Experiences in Nevada
Las Vegas: Las Vegas…also known as Sin City, Lost Wages, the Gambling Capital of the World, the City that Never Sleeps, and the Entertainment Capital of the World, is one of the top vacation destinations in the USA. Visit the world-famous hotels and casinos on the Strip, watch a live show, and look out over the city from the tallest observation tower in the United States.
Hoover Dam: Less than an hour drive from Las Vegas lies the Hoover Dam, one of the largest dams in the world. You can walk or drive across the dam, and you can stop at the pullouts along the road to get the best photos of the structure. Tours are also available at the Visitors Center and through these you can explore the inside passageways of the Hoover Dam and learn its history.
Valley of Fire: The Valley of Fire State Park is a brilliant, colorful outdoor destination located in Nevada, just one hour from Las Vegas. Filled with panoramic vistas, hiking trails, petroglyphs, scenic drives, and stunning red and pink rock formations, the Valley of Fire makes an excellent day trip from Vegas.
Red Rock Canyon: Just 30 minutes from downtown Las Vegas is Red Rock Canyon, an outdoor playground for hikers, families, and outdoor adventurers. Go mountain biking, rock climbing, explore the hiking trails, and enjoy the view on the scenic drive through the park. If you want to escape the bright, neon lights and all-you-can-eat food buffets for a little outdoor adventure, Red Rock Canyon is calling your name.
Great Basin National Park: Great Basin National Park is one of the least visited national parks in the United States; however, its remote scene makes Great Basin a true outdoorsman’s paradise. Here, you can see some of the oldest trees on earth, explore Nevada’s largest cave system, climb soaring peaks, and experience some of the best star-gazing in the country. The park’s truly remote setting and dark skies make Great Basin a perfect destination for all nature-lovers.
Gold Butte National Monument: Gold Butte National Monument stretches across 300,000 acres of rugged landscape where vibrant red-rock formations rise from the ground. The area is known for its petroglyph panels, intriguing history, and unique wildlife sightings.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area: Lake Mead is the largest manmade reservoir in the United States, and with the amount of land the lake encompasses there are plenty of mountains, canyons, cliffs, and rock formations to explore around the reservoir. Additionally, Lake Mead offers water sports, swimming, and some of the best fishing in Nevada. Also, though it is a manmade lake, Lake Mead is home to unique amphibians and fish that cannot be found elsewhere, and the vast reservoir attracts desert bighorn sheep, thus making Lake Mead a great site for wildlife spotting.
Lake Tahoe State Park: As the largest alpine lake in the United States, Lake Tahoe is a beautiful destination to take some time to relax. With wide beaches that descend into crystal-clear water, a wild backcountry to explore, trails to hike, and many cultural landmarks, Lake Tahoe has something for every traveler to enjoy.
Death Valley National Park: On the border of California and Nevada lies Death Valley, the hottest, driest, and lowest place in the United States. But don’t let its foreboding name and seemingly barren landscape discourage you from planning a trip here. With barren salt flats, towering mountains, mysterious sailing stones, shifting sand dunes, rainbow-colored mountains, and canyons to explore, there is a lot to do here.
Road Trip the American Southwest: Las Vegas makes the perfect start or end point to an American Southwest road trip. Travel through Nevada, Arizona, Utah, and California to visit breathtaking national parks, canyons, and rock formations.
Best Time to Visit Nevada
Spring and fall are the best seasons to visit Nevada. During this time, temperatures are mild and the days are relatively long.
Winter is also a great time to visit Nevada. Temperatures are cool but rarely get below freezing. However, the days are short so you will have limited daylight.
Summer is the worst time to visit. Nevada will be hot (high temperatures can reach 120°F), and during these months some hikes in the Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon will close due to high temperatures.
US National Parks
The Ultimate Guide to the 63 US National Parks
The US National Parks make an excellent travel destination, whether you are planning a cross-country road trip or a weekend getaway. In our guide to the national parks, get detailed trip planning information, advice on which parks to visit by season, and itineraries to help simplify your travel planning process.