Photo by: Matt Kuehl
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
16 Ways To Give Ordinary Adventure The Heave-Ho
Almost like you’re getting away with something you shouldn’t in a state that’s sometimes overlooked, or dismissed and stereotyped as flat, barren and empty, when it comes to getting outside in the Silver State, there is no ceiling. Whether you’re basking in one of the dozens of off-grid soaks beneath the milky way, summiting one of Nevada’s 63 summits over 11,000 feet, working a line in the world’s best outdoor climbing gym, reeling in tigers in Lamoille Canyon, or two-wheelin’ in the heart of the Mojave, there’s nowhere like Nevada when it comes to outdoor recreation. Ready to get out there? Read on for 16 ways to get out of the house and into some of the best outdoor rec in the West.
1. Chasing the buzz that comes with ripping Nevada’s newest trail systems.
2. Giving migrating raptors once over, then putting them back on their flight plan in the Goshutes.
3. Grabbing a belay bud to hit the best outdoor rock climbing gym on Planet Earth
Matt Keuhl
4. Earning your spot on the IGFA Royal Trout Slam in Jarbidge Wilderness
5. Diggin up your very own turquoise, black fire opal, or garnet in them thar hills
6. Catching a charge off those storied Washoe Zephyrs, and seeing that even Twain’s quip couldn’t articulate their exhilarating fury
7. Realizing there’s no better way to let the Mojave show herself to you than getting a little sand in those chompers
8. Heading deep into the heart of the golden west at Nevada’s hundreds of ghost towns
9. Kayaking from the base of a Modern Marvel of the World, to the glimmering Emerald Cave
10. Embracing crowdless euphoria on an untouched drop in the Rubies
11. Two wheelin’ through the Road Trip Capital of the USA
12. Catching summit fever from Mt. Charleston all the way to the Matterhorn
13. Taking views of Big Blue to new heights
14. Kicking your idea of a “Sunset Picnic” into high gear
15. Living your best Snow White moment for real at the Mount Rose Meadows
Photo by: Zach Youngberg
Mount Rose Wilderness AreaZach Youngberg
16. Unlocking off-grid magic only a place like Nevada can produce
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Get the lowdown on even more ways to get outside in the Silver State here.
Stargazing
A Love Letter to the Land, Skies, and People of Nevada
Astro Alexandra’s entire career has been dedicated to explaining space and astronomy to others, but even she found it difficult to describe her astonishment over the stargazing at Great Basin National Park.
Itineraries
Episode 5 Itinerary: “Cowboy Country”
In Elko, Alex joins endurance runner Peyton Thomas for an unexpected adventure in the Ruby Mountains. Off the trail, he dives into Basque culture, tries out some cowboy poetry, and silversmiths a romantic gift for his wife.
Itineraries
Episode 2 Itinerary: "Wild Wild Granites”
Inspired by Episode 2 of “Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,” this field guide lets you follow Alex’s lead to the destinations featured in the show, plus a few nearby stops worth a detour.
Winter Sports
Winter State-Cation: Warm Weather Escapes in Southern Nevada
By MEGG MUELLER
Ditch the sweaters and mittens. From hitting the links and perfecting your cannonball to getting off road (on two feet or two wheels), southern Nevada is a warm winter wonderland.
Outdoor Recreation
Live By The Dirt Road Code
Whether you're new to dusty Nevada roads or a dirt road pro, we've got the dirt on off-grid Nevada bliss. From safety tips for driving on dirt roads to a packing list for your dirt road campground, we’ve got everything you need to become an expert on the Dirt Road Code.
Camping
Nevada Camping: Tried-and-True Spots for Ultimate R&R
Whether you want to be tenting it up beside a trout-packed alpine lake, overlanding under the most spectacular stargazing you’ve ever experienced, or pulling the RV into a beautiful park, Nevada offers seemingly endless choices for every camping style.
Outdoor Recreation
Finding Fall Colors in Northern Nevada
By KIPPY SPILKER
Wondering where to find fall colors in northern Nevada? The Silver State has a plethora of autumnal hues to offer leaf-peepers.
Parks & Recreational Areas
Park-Packed Weekend On The Great Basin Highway
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.
Parks & Recreational Areas
Mojave Autumn at Clark County Wetlands Park
Clark County Wetlands Park is a sanctuary for plants, animals, and people alike, providing a place to slow down, observe nature, and discover the changing of the seasons—Mojave style.