Things to do and Places to See in Nevada

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Nevada is best known for it's resorts and casinos. Nevada Day Trips is a resource for the other side of the state. The Silver State is rich in historical and natural destinations. Just a few miles from the busy streets of Reno and Las Vegas is some of the most spectacular desert scenery found anywhere in the world. Nevada has lakes, mountains and desert valleys just waiting to be discovered. Some of the best preserved ghost towns in the west are located in Nevada. On your next trip to Nevada discover the other side of the Silver State you might even sight an extraterrestrial.

Gold Point Nevada - Visit a real living ghost town and stay over night in a miners cabin. The restored saloon It is the center piece of Gold Point.

Pahrump Valley Winery - Nevada's only operating winery is located at the base of Mt. Charleston. The winery is a popular day trip from Las Vegas.

War Charcoal Ovens - The six beehive-shaped Ward Charcoal Ovens were built in 1875-76, to make charcoal for the nearby mining operations..

Bonnie Springs Old Nevada - Located 25 miles from Las Vegas this Western-themed attraction is a popular day trip locals and visitors.

Rhyolite Ghost Town Once a mining town of 10,000 and 50 saloons. Now the most photographed ghost town.

Sand Mountain Nevada - Off road adventures come from all over the USA to race up the sand dune.

Nevada officially adopted it's name in 1861 when the territory was established by Congress. Nevada comes from Spanish meaning snow-capped. The state also has several nicknames including Battle-Born State, Sagebrush State and the Silver State. Federal legislation enacted in 1986 created the Great Basin National Park, the first national park in the state, which includes the area around Wheeler Peak and Lehman Caves in eastern Nevada. The Silver State is a land of mountains, valleys, deserts, pine forests and alpine lakes. No other state can match its combination of luxurious resorts and spectacular vistas.