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Washoe Lake State Park
From the towering peaks of the Sierra Nevada to piney foothills and lush meadows, Washoe Lake State Park provides limitless outdoor fun. Fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing are big draws—and the zephyr-fed waters make it a popular destination to windsurf.
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12 Icons of Nevada
From a precious gem found nowhere else on the continent, to a tree older than the Great Wall of China, to a creature who can go without water for a year and beyond, Nevada is pretty proud to own some impressive icons. Read on for 12 fixtures you can experience—and develop a newfound passion for—only in the Silver State.
Experience
Tahoe Sleigh Ride
A great family activity or special romantic outing for couples, memory-making magic abounds at Tahoe Sleigh Ride. Packed full of fun, a horse-drawn sleigh adventure is a perfect treat for all ages.
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Winter Activities
Whether you’re dropping into the perfect line at a Lake Tahoe ski resort, snowshoeing with up to magnificent views, or jumping aboard a two-horse open sleigh with the fam, the […]
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Ely
Ely, Nevada is an attraction-packed mountain town along the Loneliest Road in America. What began as a Pony Express outpost and 1900s copper mining center, Ely is now home to loads of art, historical sites, and outdoor recreation galore. With its scenic railway, walkable mural tours, and close proximity to a number of parks—including Great Basin National Park—Ely, Nevada is an ideal HQ for exploring this part of the state.
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Silver State Safari: Where Nevada’s Wild Things Are
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.
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Wells
Wells, Nevada is a small northeastern Nevada town with intriguing history, which sits at the threshold of boundless recreational bliss—especially at gorgeous Angel Lake. A handful of hotels and dining options welcome visitors and fuel them up for days spent hiking, cycling, and off-highway adventuring. Nearby, a pair of guest ranches, which embody the vibe of the Cowboy Corridor — one of the classic Nevada road trips on which Wells makes a perfect stop.
Lodging
Ike’s Canyon Ranch
Nestled in the heart of wide-open Monitor Valley near the geographic center of Nevada, discover a world of wildlife, dark skies, and some of the state’s best outdoor adventure amid Old West tradition hospitality at Ike’s Canyon Ranch.
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Great Basin Brewing Co. – Carson City
Whether you’re looking for a fresh locally sourced bite to eat, a quick cup of coffee as you explore downtown Carson City’s historic districts, or toasting to a day on the town, make the Great Basin Brewing Co. part of your trip to Nevada’s capital city.
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Owyhee River
Just above Wild Horse Reservoir, it is possible to catch large trout in the Owyhee River.
