winnemucca sand dunes in nevada

Know Before You Go

Simply put, Nevada’s a big place. As the seventh-largest state, the Silver State calls travelers to traverse thousands of miles of open highways and chase some dirt-road horizons. 

Naturally, with that much adventure waiting for you, there’s a bit to know before you go off exploring what Nevada’s known for. Get the ins, outs, overs, and in-betweens of exploring the Weirdest, Wildest West.

What to Know Before Visiting Nevada

So, what is Nevada known for? For starters, it’s one of the most iconic metropolitan areas on Earth. Then, of course, beyond that neon glow, there are all the can’t-believe-it’s-really a desert and mountainscapes, dotted with surreal parks and bubbling hot springs, lit up by the brightest stars in the darkest skies, and other unforgettable things that make this place so damn special.

black rock hot springs
Black Rock Hot Springs

Discover Nevada’s biggest pocket of parks and initiate some serious resting relaxation face at some of Nevada’s state and national parks, remembering to always leave these sensitive pristine places better than you found them—and to help keep ‘em that way by never geo-tagging them on social media.

Much like fuel stations, restrooms and drinking water, access to cell service can be a bit scattered in some rural parts of the state. Map out your #NVRoadTrip with gas stations, night stops, and be extra safe by letting someone know where you’re venturing, plus when you plan to come back. Basically, call your mom. Oh, and speaking of your parents… forget what they told you. Out here, one of the first things to know about Nevada is that talking to strangers won’t simply shape the way you experience the places you visit, it may just make your whole damn trip.

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Stargazing in nevada

Fancy an off-grid dip? Before you head out to Nevada’s natural hot springs, be sure to brush up on what to know before you go soaking. What about checking out hundreds of Nevada ghost towns, or trying your hand at rockhounding as you sink your pick axe into natural gemstones like turquoise, garnets or black fire opal? When you ditch that pavement, abide by Nevada’s Dirt Road Code so you can get after that unfenced, backcountry action safely, legally, and while moving the Nevada story forward.

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Rhyolite Ghost Town

What is Nevada Known For?

Mountains of Snow and Valleys of Fire

When you hear the word “Nevada,” what do you picture? The glitz and glam of the Las Vegas Strip’s five crazy, glowing miles? You bet. Maybe a few flying saucers whirring around Area 51. Sure thing. And the sublime, crystal-clear waters of Lake Tahoe? Of course. But dip beneath the surface and you’ll find some other intriguing sides of Nevada, like the side where Wild West history and 1870s opulence collide with rip-roaring races and rowdy saloons in Virginia City. Or a side that captivates boulderers and multi-pitch leaders with the kind of routes and scenery rock climbing dreams are made of. Maybe it’s the side marked by jagged, sky-high peaks tempting heli skiing with untouched lines through virgin powder. Whatever it is, And once you’ve gotten here, you’ll be on our side for good.

angel lake
Angel Lake
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Pioche’s historic Gem Theater was almost lost to time and bad weather but a passionate group of people are bringing her back to life! 

This beautiful art deco building was constructed in 1937 with a single screen and 250 seats. Movies played here up until 2002 when a windstorm severely damaged the roof. The building shuttered and fell into disrepair.

Fast forward to 2020, when two Nevada history lovers bought the building and formed a Friends group to renovate and reopen the old theater. 

Since then, the building has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Museum professionals worked to catalog all the objects inside the theater from old reels to popcorn machines. And, perhaps most exciting, the marquee is illuminated once more! 

Congrats to all the people committed to preserving this piece of Nevada history! I can’t wait to see inside it someday. 🎥

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Walking through the narrows 🥾

I’ve been wanting to visit this place for a while now, but the last time I tried going was after a wash came through and made it difficult to get out there. This time I was finally able to go, and it did not disappoint. What’s even crazier is that this place is about 1 hour outside of vegas!! 

📍Anniversary Narrows, NV 
🚗 4x4 recommended (I have AWD and no issues)

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…Solo travel isn’t just about the places you visit; it’s about the person you become along the way. It’s about seeing new places and seeing yourself in new ways. It’s about collecting not just souvenirs but stories, and not just photos but memories. It’s about empowering yourself through independent exploration, learning that the journey within can be as vast and wonderful as the journey outside. So, if you’ve ever thought about taking off on your own, remember, the world is not just out there to be explored; it’s also inside you, waiting to be discovered.

Although this isn’t in Mammoth, I sure am looking forward to hitting some hot springs soon, especially with this colder weather upon us. My first stop on my next trip coming up will be in Mammoth, so I’ll definitely be hitting the springs up there. But looking at this image, it brings me right back to that exact moment in time to where I got to see a killer sunset, and with great people. This shot was taken minutes after they stepped out of the springs to grab some food from their RV. As they stepped out, I took a few minutes to capture some shots of the sunsets reflection in the water and the flames burning in the mountain horizon. Not really, but it does kind of look like the distant mountains are on fire. Although this isn’t in Mammoth, you can find this gem just under 4 hours northeast from Mammoth.
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