Cathedral Gorge State Park

Want a unique Las Vegas experience outside of the typical drinking and gambling? This is the guide for you! It may be underrated, but Vegas is an outdoor lovers paradise! From hiking to hot springs to 4x4 adventures, there’s a huge variety of activities to choose from! Did you know you can even snowboard in Las Vegas during the winter? In this guide, I’ve included some of the best hikes in the Las Vegas area with options for every season and abilities, along with various outdoor activities to enjoy! What you'll get: • 10 suggested hikes with details (and AllTrails links) • 9 non-hiking outdoor activities • 6 potential day trips • Tips on each location • Recommended stays (off strip) • Interactive map • & more!

National Parks are famous for their sprawling landscapes, large scale tourism infrastructure, and historic conservation efforts. There are so many amazing (and less crowded) State Parks to experience! I've rounded up some of my top picks from the West Coast and many are close to other amazing attractions off the beaten path.

Travel back in time and explore the historic town of Pioche, NV. It was known to be one of the toughest towns in the Old West with murders happening every week!