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We don’t bill Nevada as “The Weirdest, Wildest West” for nothing. Between multiple haunted hotels, mannequin cities built just for atomic bombing, and a little ol’ government facility by the name of Area 51, the Silver State is a hoppin’ hotbed of otherworldly experiences. Go supernatural sightseeing with this list of spooky sites, and prepare to get your paranormal on.

From Wild West gunmen and mining-era lady entrepreneurs to historical celebrities like Mark Twain and Howard Hughes, get up close and personal with some of the larger-than-life personalities who helped shape Nevada’s, and discover where to follow in their footsteps today. Come meet some Legendary Nevadans.

Halfway between Las Vegas and Reno, a quick family getaway awaits. Tonopah beckons adventurers, budding rockhounds, and lovers of history and all things odd, thanks to its Historic Mining Park, incredible hike-able rock formations, killer grub, plenty of haunted history, and even the infamous Clown Motel.

Ready to get out of town? Head south to Carson Valley, where a close-to-home adventure awaits. This charming community, with its mountain-studded backdrop, brims with hands-on Nevada history, amazing eats (grown a fork’s throw from your plate), and some of the Silver State’s most prized antique shopping, but also plenty of adrenaline-pumping activities, outdoor action, and sunset soaks to ensure there’s something for the whole fam—even for just one night.

An hour and change east of Reno “The Oasis of Nevada” awaits. The friendly farm town of Fallon invites fans of fresh food and outdoor action with great restaurants, a singing sand dune playground, an abundance of wildlife, plenty of comfy places to stay, and more.

Just over an hour from Las Vegas awaits a little slice of desert paradise. Mesquite marries the best of small-town life with resort getaway vibes, offering up five-star art, culture, eats, and recreation. Pack up the family and escape to the scenic Virgin River Valley for a southern Nevada staycation you won’t soon forget. This town is about to become your favorite hidden gem in the Silver State. Sorry not sorry for bogarting all your future vacation days.

The Silver State is home to more ghost towns than actual populated ones. YEAH. And lucky for you, some of the best ones are practically in your backyard. Next time you’re in need of a frighteningly good day trip—and if you ain’t afraid of no ghosts—pack up the car and head for these eight ghost towns near Las Vegas.

This sunny city packs a splashy punch, boasting endless opportunities to get your kicks on the Colorado River. With boating, fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, and cruising at your fingertips (plus a lively riverwalk scene featuring almost a dozen amenity-packed resorts), it won’t take you long to learn why this family-friendly outdoor destination is one of our favorites to escape to for a night or two.

In the mood for some spirited sightseeing? Believe it or not, our state is home to more ghost towns than actual populated ones. And a bunch of these time-tested beauties are yours for exploring if you’ve got a few free hours and a sense of adventure. Next time you’re in need of a frighteningly good field trip, pack up and point your car in the direction of these seven ghost towns outside of Reno.

From massively impressive murals tucked all over Reno and Las Vegas to solar-powered mug making in Gerlach and some (literally?) outta-this-world mementos along the Extraterrestrial Highway, you can make no mistakes (only happy little accidents) shopping this list for the artsy aficionados in your life.