From the sagebrush at its alluvial base to the 13, 063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak, Great Basin National Park includes streams, lakes, alpine plants, abundant wildlife, a variety of forest types including groves of ancient bristlecone pines, and numerous
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) offers a wealth of things to do and places to go year-round. Its huge lakes cater to boaters, swimmers, sunbathers, and fishermen while its desert rewards hikers, wildlife photographers, and roadside sightseers.
Rye Patch Dam and Reservoir are on the Humboldt River about 26 miles upstream from Lovelock, Nevada. The Dam, constructed in 1935-36 and enlarged in 1976, is 78 feet high with a crest length of 1, 074 feet.
Immediately east of the splendid Ruby Mountains, along the Hastings Cutoff of the California National Historic Trail, this reservoir remains accessible during winter months due to its close proximity to paved state Hwy. 228.
There are three popular recreation sites within the Pine Forest Recreation Area: the Blue Lakes, Onion Reservoir and Knott Creek Reservoir. All three have superb scenery. The Blue Lakes are glacial in origin.
One of only two large natural lakes in Nevada, Walker Lake provides habitat for endangered Lahontan cutthroat trout. The 38, 000-acre lake has a shoreline that varies from steep and rocky on the west side to sandy beaches on its east side. Regal Mt.
Mill Creek was the site of a 1930's Civilian Conservation Corps work camp. Historic pillars of stone are still visible at the campground entrance.
17 camp sites. Elevation 6, 840 ft. Reservoir provides boating, fishing.
Class I and II floatable river. Primitive camping along Salmon Falls Creek.
Explore underground wonders in Goshute Cave and hike to bristlecone pine forests and limestone formations.
Visitors can view 1000 year-old Snake Valley archaeological site.
A secluded canyon great for outdoor activities. Beautiful riparian area.
One of the few remaining desert oases in the state. Spring-fed mineral pools provide habitat for endangered white fish, great place for bird watching.
This historic ghost town is known for its "Cook Bank Building" which is one of the most photographed buildings in the West. Day use only.
Rolling sagebrush surrounds this scenic area that lies near the base of the majestic Bull Run Mountains. The reservoir is apopular year-round fishery for rainbow and German brown trout. Large mouth bass fishing is usually good during the summermonths.
Located northwest of South Fork State Recreation Area, South Fork Canyon offers access to the South Fork River. Float the river in tubes, kayaks or canoes.
Indian Creek Recreation Area is located in a pine forest at an elevation of 6, 000 feet. The area lies at the edge of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains, approximately 20 miles southeast of Lake Tahoe.
This is a beautiful area in which to experience the natural wonders of the Mohave Desert. The red- and cream-colored sandstone cliffs are awesome.
A great place to take a walk, let the kids run, have a picnic, spend a few days camping, and look at ancient petroglyphs.
Elevation: 7000 ft. Rockhound site. Dark red garnets are the feature. Also view the open pit copper mine of the Robinson Mining District.
Elevation 9000 feet. Goshute Mountains funnel thousands of raptors past this site during the fall migration. Follow watchable wildlife binocular logo signs from Alternate 93 to trailhead parking.
Protected habitat for the Lahontan cutthroat trout, a threatened species. Area includes most of the Mahogany Creek drainage above Summer Camp Creek. No fishing allowed but birdwatching is great, also wildlife viewing.
Located in both Nevada and California, lies the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. It is the largest National Forest outside of Alaska, having a net acreage of approximately 3.9 million acres.