Central Nevada is remote, sparsely-populated country, home to the infamous "Loneliest Road in America." The town of Ely, Nevada has a …
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Amazing Backpacking Trails of California
California is full of excellent backpacking trails. From the Pacific Ocean coast to the mountain peaks of the Sierra Nevada to the Joshua …
Hike Black Mountain for supreme views of Las Vegas valley
There's sure to be a few opinions about where the best view of the Las Vegas valley can be found. If you're standing on top of Black …
Paddling Black Canyon and the Colorado River
Paddling through Black Canyon is a treat. The calm, cold water of the Colorado River is crystal clear here, exposing details on the …
The treasures of Lake Mead National Recreation Area
A lot of people think that Lake Mead National Recreation Area is only worth visiting to see Hoover Dam. Think again. It's true that …
Camping Options for Kern River and Lake Isabella
If you like camping, then you'll love the Kern River and Lake Isabella. It's as simple as that. There's literally hundreds of campsites …
Mapped: Monache Meadows
Monache Meadow is a hard-to-get-to camping area in Inyo National Forest. But if you can get there, it's pretty epic. It's hard to get to …
My Salute to the Mojave Desert
For those of you who haven't experienced the magic of the Mojave, it's about time you do. The Mojave Desert - which covers large swaths …
Great Hikes: Painted Canyon in Mecca Hills Wilderness
For desertphiles that enjoy hiking, the Painted Canyon area in the Coachella Valley is a must do. The main path is a roughly three-hour loop …