From St. George, Utah the trail passed through the extreme northwestern tip of Arizona and then on to Las Vegas, Nevada. At that time a city called Las Vegas did not exist, it was not incorporated until 1905. Some of … Continue reading →
The Las Vegas area was a favorite stop for traders on the trail from Santa Fe New Mexico, to Los Angeles California. The “meadows’ as the area was known at the time was a very welcome stop after traders had … Continue reading →
At the entrance of the container city, on Fremont St., about two blocks east of the Golden Nugget.It spits a long streak of fire at certain times only.
Continue reading →Inside the Boulder Dam Hotel. Even the hotel itself is worth visiting. It is very historic, from the 30’s. Several Celebrities stayed there. The museum is next to an art gallery at the end of the hallway. Small, but very … Continue reading →
This a very unique structure. But let me first explain those names. O’Callaghan was a Nevada governor, famous for persuading Howard Hughes to invest in casinos. Pat Tillman was a football player who volunteered for the U.S. army, and was … Continue reading →
185 miles one way. It is a bit of a ride, although the roads are well maintained. The main attraction here is the enormous (for its time) hotel, that still stands amidst broken down and falling down buildings. Like almost … Continue reading →
During Nevada’s mining boom in the early 1900’s this mining camp was one of the most famous and richest. Driving there may not be an option for visitors to the strip, the one way distance is around 200 miles through … Continue reading →
These are the abandoned railroad tunnels that were used by trains to ship materials for the construction of Hoover Dam. They are immensely popular hiking trails, because they are level and interesting. To get there take the 93 until you … Continue reading →
It is right off the road, on the left hand side as you enter town from Las Vegas. Lots of rolling stock, huge engines, and a large repair facility. Train rides are offered at a nominal fee. A real small … Continue reading →
This famous express crossed Nevada almost exactly through its center. 26 relay stations were installed, only three survive intact. All the others are in ruins or have disappeared entirely. It may too far from Las Vegas to warrant a visit. … Continue reading →
About 85 miles north on I-15. Take a right turn at the Moapa Band of Paiutes gas station/gift shop. Can’t be missed. That place is full of 18 wheelers, about 36 pump and each one has a line. The Valley … Continue reading →
They were the mountaineers of the Black Canyon, where the Hoover Dam was under construction. Their job was to remove all lose rock from the canyon walls. To do that they would dangle in bosuns chairs hundreds of feet above … Continue reading →
These are uniquely American. The horns on grown animals are enormous. Here is the good news, they are very easy to visit. and to view just drive out to the little town of Boulder City, about twenty miles south of … Continue reading →
It also is called “land sailing” , playas are dry lake beds. Some are dry permanently, others could have water after a rainstorm. Generally they are dry though. Just as is with dune buggies, so is sailing on a playa, … Continue reading →
We have not visited, but it is a popular spot to view something unique. The river changes direction at this spot.. It is pretty far from Las Vegas, about 800 miles one way. I would go if I had the … Continue reading →
Probably the last authentic gold mining town that can be easily reached from Las Vegas. The driving distance from center strip is about 125 miles. The roads are excellent except for the last three miles or so which are actually … Continue reading →
it is a bit confusing because they are also called “Nellis Dunes” .The Bureau of Land Management is in charge here. A 62,000 acre recreation area about20 miles give or take north of center strip. Some of the largest sand … Continue reading →
As I stated in another post this state has a lot of minerals, and also gemstones. One of them is black opal. Unfortunately most of it is not gemstone quality. The specimen shown is a fire opal, but not from … Continue reading →
Nevada is the second largest gold producer in the world. Not too many people know this. There are several, now defunct, gold mines withing reach of the Strip. One is in Nelson, the other in Searchlight. Only the Nelson mine … Continue reading →
This state – Nevada, is above all mining state. Check our post about gold. About 20 different minerals are being extracted as I am writing this. Nevada is the place to be for turquoise. At one time there were hundreds … Continue reading →
888 West Bonneville, within sight of downtown Las Vegas, in the same general area as the Smith Center and the Childrens Museum. You can’t go wrong taking a trip over there. I urge everyone to visit that place.Not because of … Continue reading →
360 Promenade Place. It is downtown Las Vegas If you are in the casino area you need to use one of the underpasses to get across the I-15. The museum has a fabulous three floors of action for kids. I … Continue reading →
Nevada is a rock hound paradise. It probably is not for the average tourist who wants to dine and gamble. We post this for the few that arrive in Nevada for the rocks, the gambling, and the dining. We have … Continue reading →
Only 8 miles from center strip. It is huge, 14,000 acres, but including the bombing ranges it grows to 5,000 square miles. It started out as the Las Vegas Army Airfield in 1941, to train pilots for WWI, mainly P51 … Continue reading →
This area is different from the Tule Springs Fossil Beds site. Where the Tule Springs site is within the city limits and is a state project, the national monument is a federal area of immense size. it as almost 23,000 … Continue reading →
This is something totally unexpected. Ice age Fossils within driving distance of the strip. Not many have heard of this place, but it even has a street address. It is at 8660 N.Decatur Blvd. within the city limits of North … Continue reading →
1217 S. Main. An eclectic mix of arts, restaurants and bars. We like it a lot. Ideal for those who want to hang, maybe have a drink , or purchase an interesting item.http://www.18barts.org We want to do our part to … Continue reading →
Two locations, one is at 5115 Dean Martin Dr. unit 905, near the strip. The official name is The Liberace Garage, another, very interesting location is at 2710 Palomino Lane. It is called the “Thriller Villa” for the simple reason … Continue reading →
5111 Dean Martin Drive #905. This is a real treat for exotic, rare, funny and otherwise noteworthy cars. We are big fans, and here is why, The gaudy Liberace car, James Bond Lotus, Knight Rider, Bonnie and Clyde death car, … Continue reading →
3215 S. Rancho Dr. Unit 100.That is area 15, a large arts district. We have not yet visited. Reports about it are overwhelmingly positive. It is not a food market, let me clear that up right away. It is an … Continue reading →
