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Want to explore the Grand Canyon? Its a must-see in our book and you can choose to do it by bus, or by ATV, or by helicopter, or even by raft. Wanna check out Lake Mead on a paddle steamer? Or a jet ski? No problem. Or go rock climbing in Red Rock Canyon? Or hot air ballooning? Or plein-air painting? You got it. Whether its horseback riding that floats your boat or the spooky side of Vegas that piques your interest, there are myriad choices when you feel like venturing beyond the Strip and exploring the great outdoors.
Area 51 - Although it does not appear on public U.S. government maps, the ultra-top-secret military base, beloved of alien hunters, conspiracy theorists, and the 'X-Files,'does exist, and can even be visited, if you're with an officially-sanctioned tour operator and don't attempt to stray into the Restricted Area, where the 'Use of Deadly Force is Authorized.'
Bootleg Canyon - Located approximately 40 minutes south-east of Las Vegas (by Hoover Dam and Lake Mead), Bootleg Canyon is a mountain biker's paradise, with 35 miles of trails. Just watch out for the insane daytime temperatures in the summer and be sure to take plenty of water.
Boulder City - With no gambling and lots of greenery, Boulder City is something of a tranquil oasis, lying over the mountains some 40-minutes or so from Las Vegas (depending on the freeway traffic...) The town offers lots of outdoor amenities, is home to a cool annual arts festival, and is just a few miles from Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam.
Bryce Canyon National Park - Bryce Canyon is a small national park in southwestern Utah about 100 miles farther northeast past Zion. It's known for its otherworldly geology: horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters, slot canyons, precarious arches and natural bridges, and towering spires known as 'hoodoos' -- all arrayed in fantastic colors. The air quality around Bryce is unparalleled in the West and the stargazing is about the finest you'll ever encounter.
Death Valley - A three-hour or so drive from Las Vegas northwest into southeastern California, this is the hottest and driest spot in North America and one of the hottest, most barren places on the planet. The wild flowers in the spring can be spectacular, however.
Eldorado Canyon - As the name suggests, this area was once the richest gold mining district in the state of Nevada. In addition to guided tours into the historic Techatticup Gold Mine, the area also offers numerous hiking trails, plus rainbow and brook trout fishing.
Free Factory Tours - From coffee to chocolate, cigars to milk, there are a number of Las Vegas factories that offer free behind-the-scenes tours, often with the odd extra freebie thrown in … Yes, we're talking free chocolate!
Grand Canyon - Undoubtedly one of the natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon is spectacular, whichever way you look at it. And you can choose to do so by helicopter, Hummer, boat, bus, ATV, or standing on a glass-bottomed walkway 4,000 feet above the Colorado River.
Hoover Dam - One of the architectural and engineering wonders of the world, the dam rises 700 feet above the raging waters of the Colorado River and is a 'must-see'on many visitors' lists.
Lake Mead - Around 45 minutes' drive (to start), from Las Vegas, this is the largest National Recreation Area in the Lower 48, and features beaches, marinas, and boat cruises.
Las Vegas - Want to tour the city by limo? Or double decker red London bus? Or even by hot air balloon? Whether you want to club-hop, ghost hunt, or neon gaze, Las Vegas offers myriad sightseeing options to suit every budget. Tip: The free fountain show at Bellagio looks awesome from a helicopter at night!
Laughlin - In the mid-1960s, Don Laughlin surveyed a patch or forsaken Sonoran sand on the Nevada side of the Colorado River at the southern tip of the state, 90 miles from Las Vegas; where everyone else, even the ravens, saw a lunar wasteland, he saw a gold mine. Forty years later, Laughlin is Nevada's third largest gambling destination, with a half-dozen major casinos and a couple of minor ones. You'll immediately notice how airy and bright Laughlin casinos are, thanks to big picture windows overlooking the river. Also, Laughlin is a bargain destination reminiscent of Las Vegas in, well, the mid-1960s. Fishing in Lake Mojave, swimming in and cruising the Colorado in ferries and tour boats, camping, and hiking round out the activities.
Mt. Charleston - At 7,717 feet elevation, temperatures generally average 30 degrees cooler in the Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest's Kyle Canyon than in the Las Vegas valley. Surrounded by Juniper, Mountain Mahogany, Aspen, and Ponderosa pine trees, nature's all around you, with stunning mountain vistas to enjoy and a good chance of snow in the winter.
Neon Boneyard - An open-air (daytime) exhibit of Las Vegas' neon past, featuring a wealth of classic restored signage from the Stardust, Binion's Horseshoe, the Aladdin, and many others.
Oatman Ghost Town - Across the border in Arizona, this 'living'ghost town of around 100 residents features a number of historic buildings and photograph opportunities, plus the sights of burros walking the streets, as well as costumed gunfighters and 1890s-style strolling ladies.
Paiute Indian Reservation - Not your typical Native American reservation, along with three golf courses, there's a 50,000-square-foot clubhouse with a full-service restaurant and bar, banquet facilities, pro shop, and tobacco room. Also features the more typical discount smoke shop.
Red Rock Canyon - Only 12 miles from downtown Las Vegas, and featuring stunning sandstones in yellow, orange, pink, and purple, as well as red, this area provides some truly stunning vistas. Narrow steep-walled canyons line up along the 13-mile scenic loop road, providing a wonderland for hiking, bouldering, rock climbing, and even scenic painting tours.
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park - Only 25 minutes from the Strip, the bright white picket fences, red ranch house, long green lawns, and tall trees are a surprise if you're not expecting them. Mostly a haunt of Vegas locals, who go to the park to hang out, have picnics, toss Frisbees and footballs, everyone is welcome to attend the living-history presentations by the park docents, or take in a theater presentation at Theater Under the Stars (June through August).
Valley of Fire - The oldest State Park in Nevada, this six-mile long valley, with its arches, walls, geologic engravings, and human etchings -- all in brilliant colors -- forms an unforgettable archetype of the landscape of the great American Southwest.
Zion National Park - Zion National Park encompasses 229 square miles of spectacular cliff-and-canyon wilderness. Kolob Arch is the world's largest, with a span measuring 310 feet, the equivalent of a 30-story building. It's roughly 180 miles from Las Vegas northeast to the southern end of Zion Park near Springdale, Utah -- a fast two-and-a-half-hour ride. You can do it in a long day or overnight in St. George or Cedar City for a more leisurely pace.
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