The Atlas Obscura Guide To Washoe County

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Washoe County, Nevada

Updated February 16, 2023

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Unusual Attractions in Washoe County

“Bonsai Rock” at the west shore of Lake Tahoe, February 2010

Washoe County, Nevada

Bonsai Rock, Lake Tahoe

Eastern zen meets Western grit in these four little trees growing out of a rock on Lake Tahoe’s Nevada shore.

Bald Mountain Canyon in Massacre Rim Wilderness Study Area

Washoe County, Nevada

Massacre Rim Wilderness Study Area

An internationally-recognized dark sky sanctuary lies in northern Nevada, near the Oregon line.

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“Planet X Pottery” roadside sign

Gerlach, Nevada

Planet X Pottery

A unique solar-powered pottery studio and gallery in the desert.

12 miles from Washoe County

Guru Road

Empire, Nevada

Guru Road

The Wonder Road aka Doobie Lane, a mile-long strip of dirt road filled with folk art.

15 miles from Washoe County

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