16 Ways To Give Ordinary Adventure The Heave-Ho

A desert state might not be the first place you’d think to check when looking for wildflowers, but thanks to our wide elevation range, Nevada has diverse climates that support an array of flowers. Here’s a highlight of some of our favorite wildflower watch areas.

Inspired by Episode 1 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.

These backcountry destinations might mean arrival by a rough road or hike, but time it right and you could have a pristine aquatic playground practically to yourself.

Looking for a double dose of adventure? Pair a picturesque hot spring soak with an awesome only-in-Nevada experience.

Nearly two years of traveling through Nevada and shooting time-lapse photography during his free time, Derrick Lytle showcases a spectacular array of timelapse photography across the Silver State. From the Ruby Mountains, to Lake Tahoe, Valley of Fire State Park and beyond, plan your astrophotography tour through the Silver State.

Born as a silver boomtown in 1864, Pioche brims with fascinating mining history, storied watering holes, and easy access to an abundance of diverse state parks.

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.

Wondering where to find fall colors in northern Nevada? The Silver State has a plethora of autumnal hues to offer leaf-peepers.

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.