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Whether it’s on pavement or in the backcountry, on two wheels or four, in desert canyons or alpine paradise, Nevada’s got a scenic byway with your adventure-mobile’s name all over it.

Let’s face it: Interstate 80 is a stretch of highway you’ve probably blasted down, pedal-to-the-metal, on your way to somewhere, well… else. If so, you’ve been missing out. In fact, few parts of our state brim with as much western heritage and unspoiled scenic splendor as northeastern Nevada. Elko beckons western buffs with buckaroo art, cowboy crafts, and hearty meals, while glacier-carved Lamoille Canyon and Angel Lake promise to steal your breath, both on stunning hikes and through your camera lens. So pack your boots and bring your appetite for an Elko County adventure.

Know someone who loves to get their hands on Nevada’s history and heritage? Treat that devotee of days gone by to a guided tour at famous locales, like Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, or Boulder City—on foot, on the water, or even on one of the state’s three still-chuggin’ scenic railways.

Vegas is a lot of things—including weird. If you’re the kind of traveler who believes no trip is complete without saying, “Well, THAT was a little odd!” then we’ve got your next eccentric adventure covered with this lineup of favorite #WeirdNevada wonders in and around Las Vegas, as well as some extra tips on what else to see and do nearby.

Kickstart someone’s heart with a guided UTV tour. Or book them a night somewhere wild, like a rustic but luxed-up yurt high up in the Ruby Mountains. Then nab them a year-long Nevada State Parks Pass to dozens of action-packed parks, where they can rock fresh Nevada-designed outdoor gear, adventure accessories, and more.

The Ruby Mountains and Lamoille Canyon in northeastern Nevada are a summertime paradise for outdoor action-seekers of every stripe. With peaks that reach beyond 11,000’ harboring glacier-carved Lamoille Canyon within, the Ruby Mountains call to hikers, bikers, anglers, and more.

It doesn’t get much more out-of-town-for-the-weekend than this wild trip. Marked by stunning contrasts around every bend, this route blasts out of Vegas, winding through wide-open country to several Nevada state parks and a couple of historic, small-town-Nevada communities. Pro Tip? Pack all the things; this route is replete with chances for hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, endless photography, and a whole lot more.

These dark sky destinations often feel light years away from Las Vegas. But if you’re really shooting for the stars, you’re gonna want to get these gaze-worthy waypoints firmly on your radar.

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.

Most Renoites have visited Virginia City. But have you really experienced the place? While you may have attended some wild annual events, until you’ve hunted barroom ghosts, danced a jig with locals clad in Victorian get-ups, or explored an underground mine or two.