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

Drive up a paved road into "Nevada's Yosemite" for exquisite views and mountain hiking in an alpine setting.

Narrow slot canyons in a badland eroded into soft sedimentary rock provide an otherworldly landscape in this remote Nevada state park.

This arts and culture cultural center explores the diverse cultural heritage of the American West.

Located in the remote Monitor Valley, this travertine bowl contains a scalding pool of water.

This ancient village provides insight into the complexity of the pre-Columbian Fremont Culture.

An old railroad grade built for the construction of Hoover Dam is now a recreational trail featuring several tunnels and sweeping views of Lake Mead.

Formerly frequented by Hollywood stars and now open for tours.

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

A whimsical, punny collection of "fence art" outside the tiny mountain town of Baker, Nevada.

The self-made house sculpture of an outsider artist who named himself "Chief Rolling Thunder."

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

This arid landscape was once a lush wetland. Today, it's a paleontological site filled with fossilized mammoths, sabertooth cats, and more.

This former shopping outlet is now adorned with beautiful graffiti and murals.

This historic estate on the east shore of Lake Tahoe was home to an eccentric millionaire (and his pet elephant, Mingo).

An eccentric millionaire's personal curio collection includes at least one shrunken head.

This mother-daughter run curiosities shop is a beautifully odd mix of taxidermy and exotic plants.

This magnificent, quirky home sits atop a literal gold mine in the middle of the Nevada desert.

Fans of vintage Vegas, kitsch, and toy pony-based gambling now flock to a casino called The D.

One of the most remote spots in America and the first protected wilderness area in Nevada, named after an old legend.

If you want to take a peek at Area 51, this is legally as close as you're going to get.

This once bustling boomtown hotel is now the hottest spot in Nevada for ghost hunters.

Temporary Burning Man sculpture made of two 18-wheelers.

Mine your own precious stones.