Nevada Gift Guide: Father’s Day

Every June, we celebrate Father’s Day, an occasion dedicated to the men who helped us become the people we are today. And whether you want to wrap something up or take someone out, we’ve got a list of goods and adventures that put a Silver State spin on gift ideas for Dad. From farm-to-flask spirits and custom cowboy boots to river rafting and auto racing, these are the presents that’ll secure favorite-child status.

Buck’n Bronco Off-Road Adventures

Get a little out there (and a little dusty) with Buck’n Bronco Off-Road Adventures. Choose between renting an iconic Ford Bronco for your own off-road exploration or driving on a guided trip through Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

Estate Distillery Spirits & Tastings

Estate distilleries are rare—but Nevada is home to two of them. Frey Ranch Farmers + Distillers and Minden Mill Distilling each pride themselves on growing, distilling, aging, and bottling their spirits on site in Fallon and Minden, respectively. Sip these signature Silver State flavors in tasting rooms or on distillery tours.

Mike’s Recovery & Pantry Products

Men need skincare, too. Both Mike’s Recovery and Pantry Products focus on natural ingredients and aromatherapeutic benefits. Shop mineral soaks, salt scrubs, and body balms from Mike’s Recovery, and pick up beard butter, armpit detox, and tattoo balm from Pantry Products.

Town Cutler

Cooks and hunters delight over Town Cutler’s high-quality knives. Designed by a discerning chef, these tools are as precise as they are beautiful—the Tahoe Bliss colorway is a favorite.

Houston Boot Company & Virginia City Hatmaker

You can’t go wrong with custom. Treat your dad to heirloom-quality goods made by hand in Virginia City: Houston Boot Company brings cowboy boots to life with perfect fit and expert craftsmanship, and Virginia City Hatmaker tailors premium materials into one-of-a-kind hats that expertly match the wearer’s fit and style.

Anything-But-Ordinary Events

Nevada’s calendar is packed with plenty of surprising things to do. Naturally, the Stewart Father’s Day Powwow is a perfect choice for Father’s Day weekend: Everyone is welcome at this event that sees American Indian dancers, drummers, artists, and crafters come together to celebrate. At the Fastest Gun Alive World Championship, hundreds of six-shooters compete in cowboy fast draw for ultimate bragging rights. And the World Championship Outhouse Races are exactly what they sound like—teams of costumed racers pushing homemade outhouses across the finish line. All of these events are free to attend, too.

Tahoe Timber & Bex Sunglasses

The Silver State is no stranger to sunshine. Keep Dad stylish in Nevada-made sunglasses from Tahoe Timber and BEX. Tahoe Timber’s wooden shades are made with sustainable and renewable resources, and some styles even float. In addition to prescription and non-prescription sunglasses, BEX carries apparel and hats.

On-The-Water Excursions

Want to really make a splash with your Father’s Day gift? Get out on the water. Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures takes guests down the Black Canyon Water Trail on the Colorado River, while Desert Adventures offers kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddleboarding tours. London Bridge Jet Boat Tours is another option for leisure cruising and sightseeing.

Speed Vegas

Choose from all kinds of adrenaline adventures at Speed Vegas. Dad can hit the racetrack behind the wheel of an exotic supercar, rip a Baja truck around a dirt course with massive jumps, or sit shotgun while drifting in a Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat.

Guided Fly Fishing Trip with Reno Fly Shop

Wade into some of northern Nevada’s most fabled fishing waters on a guided outing with Reno Fly Shop. Expert guides handle all the details so your dad can focus on catching his new personal best.