Nevada Things to Do

Beyond Las Vegas, the “entertainment capital of the world,” discover a different Nevada. Top attractions are the Grand Canyon, Death Valley (in California), plus Hoover Dam. Reno in the Sierra Nevada Mountains also offers gambling and outdoor recreation. Thing to do include snow skiing and snowboarding, as well as hiking, white water rafting and kayaking. Lake Tahoe to the south offers resort amenities, like golf and water activities, plus snow skiing. The museums in Carson City, the capital, highlight silver mines, gambling and railroads. Find rock formations, ghost towns and historic ranches. Restaurants range from five-star world cuisine to diners. Stay in resorts, hotels, B&Bs, campgrounds, houseboats and ranches.