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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.

Nevada really lights up at night—and we’re not just talking about neon signs and dazzling marquees. Go beyond the urban glow and you’ll find the brightest stars in the darkest skies in the Lower 48. Scope out this lineup of stellar spots to spy constellations, the Milky Way, and thousands of stars with your naked eye—all within easy road trip range of Reno.

Marked by stunning contrasts around every bend, the Great Basin Highway blasts out of Las Vegas and winds through wide-open country to several Nevada State Parks and a couple of small towns teeming with tales. Pack all the things—this route is replete with hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and stargazing opportunities.

Discover the best places to spot migratory birds, bighorn sheep, wild horses and burros, the world’s rarest fish, and tons more spectacular species at wildlife refuges, animal sanctuaries, and zoological parks around Nevada.

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.

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.

More than fifty million annual visitors head for Nevada annually. Big-name places like Lake Tahoe, Valley of Fire, and Red Rock Canyon reel in multitudes from around the world. However, the Silver State also beckons seekers of serious solace and solitude. If you’re looking to get off the beaten path, then bolster your bucket list with this handful of lower-key, more crowd-free—but no less trip-worthy—Nevada destinations.

Whether you’re a bona fide bird nerd or a fledgling fan of our fine feathered friends, discover six of Nevada’s best birdwatching locales.

If you’re willing (and eager) to get a little out there, Las Vegas and its surrounding cities have a wide variety of curiously uncommon sights to see. From only-found-here history to larger-than-life landmarks, discover an anything-but-ordinary side of the Silver State.

From the Biggest Little City to the “Friendliest Town in Nevada” – give a big ol’ howdy to Winnemucca, just over two hours northeast of Reno. Smack dab in the heart of cowboy country, you’ll find rich buckaroo history, big Basque dinners, endless opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, and warm hospitality waiting to welcome you. Pack an appetite for adventure, and your favorite Stetson.