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Let’s face it: Interstate 80 is a stretch of highway you’ve probably blasted down, pedal-to-the-metal, on your way to somewhere, well… else. If so, you’ve been missing out. In fact, few parts of our state brim with as much western heritage and unspoiled scenic splendor as northeastern Nevada. Elko beckons western buffs with buckaroo art, cowboy crafts, and hearty meals, while glacier-carved Lamoille Canyon and Angel Lake promise to steal your breath, both on stunning hikes and through your camera lens. So pack your boots and bring your appetite for an Elko County adventure.

From some of the most legendary trophy fishing in the West to unmatched birdwatching, wildlife photography, off-roading, camping, and more, Pyramid Lake beckons the outdoorsman in all of us to experience this northwestern Nevada jewel.

Adorned with alpine peaks, lakes, and flowing streams, tree-lined canyons, and horizon-chasing, high-desert valleys, Elko County is vast and varied, with the Ruby Mountains and Lamoille Canyon Scenic Byway as its stunning centerpiece.

One thing’s for sure: Las Vegas, Nevada is a place that needs no introduction. With its five-star resorts, world-class restaurants, stellar shopping, unrivaled entertainment, and 24/7 pulse—from classic Downtown Las Vegas to the famous Las Vegas Strip and beyond—this one-of-a-kind city owns the throne as the world’s premier tourist destination. Get the lay of the land in Nevada’s largest city, a vision for visiting Vegas like a pro, and tips on exploring the stunning sights of southern Nevada.

Lamoille, Nevada is a short 25-mile drive south of Elko in northeastern Nevada at the toe of the fabled Ruby Mountains and the mouth of glacier-carved, outdoor action-packed Lamoille Canyon. Come for the camping, hiking, fishing, and even heli-skiing. Stay for Lamoille’s slowed-down country vibes, awesome eats, and one-of-a-kind accommodations.

Beloved by bikers, road trippers, and locals alike, the world-famous Mountain Springs Saloon serves up cold drinks, tasty eats (including spring and summer pig roasts), and lots of live music.

It’s time for cowboys and counterculture. Wildlife and wilder tales. Open roads and open hearts. Sure, Nevada teems with destinations you can only dream of. But it’s the journey you […]

About seven miles east of Fallon along the Loneliest Road in America, a short interpretive trail weaves among a rocky canvas etched with prehistoric petroglyphs. About 1.5 miles beyond lies Hidden Cave, a four-millennia-old Paiute-Shoshone storage site, which can be toured with guides from the Churchill County Museum.

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Know someone who loves to get their hands on Nevada’s history and heritage? Treat that devotee of days gone by to a guided tour at famous locales, like Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, or Boulder City—on foot, on the water, or even on one of the state’s three still-chuggin’ scenic railways.