Many people think of when they think of Las Vegas Nevada, but Nevada is much more. With the majestic canyon red rock, mountains and pristine lakes, Nevada is a land for all outdoor and nature lovers. For these reasons, RV travel is the best way to see Nevada. RV travelers know that an RV vacation with media freedom, freedom limited time, free from the activities set up, free to do what you want to do. Traveling by RV will allow you to view sites such as Red Rock Canyon, Mount Charleston and Hoover Dam up close and personal.

Red Rock Canyon
Aside from the fact that you are surrounded by cliffs, red rock formations and striated mesas in this park, there is more beauty to be seen and explore on one of the hikes the park offers. The Cave Canyon Hike, for instance, has guests exploring one of the canyons of Blue Diamond Hill and caving inside one of the caves. Children love the process of becoming Junior Rangers at Red Rock Canyon. They learn about plants and wildlife in the desert, make a craft and earn a Junior Ranger certificate. If you are lucky, you might get caught in a traffic jam with a series of wild burros are known to those who first engaged in the search window of the car and snacks they have to eat.

Mount Charleston
Just 35 miles from Las Vegas, Mount Charleston is the highest mountain in the series of Spring Mountain. Skiing in the winter and camping and hiking the rest of the year is one of the main activities on Mount Charleston. There are many campsites for RV’s to choose from such as Fletcher View, including facilities such as water pressure and water and firewood to buy, hook up electricity and a pit toilet. Fun things to do in / near Fletcher View include hiking bird watching and cycling.

Hoover Dam
Hoover Dam, a National Historic Landmark, is the Western Hemisphere’s highest concrete dam and stands at over 725 feet above the mighty Colorado River. The dam produces 4 billion kilowatts of electricity every year which makes it one of the largest hydroelectric power plants in the country. The Hoover Dam Tour is a unique experience in which guests get to see a video about the history, go 500 feet underground to see the generator, stand on a 30-foot pipe where you can feel the rushing water and stand on the observation deck for an amazing view of the Colorado River as well as Lake Mead. After leaving Hoover Dam you can head down to Lake Mead where there are several campgrounds to choose from as well as activities such as kayaking, sport fishing and desert hiking.

Mention the name “Nevada” and what comes to mind for most people is the brightly lit strip that runs four miles through the city of Las Vegas. In reality though, there is much more to Nevada than just neon lights and casinos.Nevada is the seventh largest state in the United States. Who knew the “Silver State” could be so much fun? If you haven’t planned a second Nevada vacation because you’ve already been to Las Vegas, it’s time to start packing. There are hundreds of other attractions to tempt the most seasoned tourist.

Did you know that fifteen minutes from the Vegas Strip, you’ll find some of the most scenic hiking trails in the West? Red Rock Canyon is a photographer’s dream, with gloriously colorful sandstone canyons, wild burros and lush stands of pines. If you prefer mountain vistas, be sure to visit Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. The scenery is just as breathtaking as the curving mountain roads.

We can’t discuss Nevada vacations without mentioning what’s there for skiers. Lake Tahoe, on the California/Nevada border, boasts world famous ski runs and plenty of other winter sports venues. Up in northeastern Nevada, ski buffs should check out Elko in the Ruby Mountains. This gorgeous area offers year-round mountain sports.Whether you want to spend your time in Nevada hiking, fishing or skiing, you’ll find the perfect spot to do it all. There are lots of other ways to spend your time, though, and here’s information on some of those.

Plan a trip with the kids to Boulder City, a charming (gambling free!) small town just south of Las Vegas. Adjacent to beautiful Lake Mead National Recreation Area, it’s the perfect jumping off point for an active Nevada family vacation. Whether your family loves boating, hiking, fishing, camping or simply sight-seeing, Lake Mead won’t disappoint. And the friendly, casual feel of Boulder City will have you wondering why you haven’t visited before.

Another great place for families near Lake Mead is Henderson, Nevada. Although it’s moving rapidly toward three hundred thousand residents, careful planning has kept Henderson an attractive, family-friendly place to live and visit. Special attention has been given to creating beautiful outdoor parks and recreation spaces, so plan to spend time exploring the sporting possibilities. Lake Mead, of course, is a marvelous place to play, and having Henderson nearby ensures a multitude of vacation experiences.

If you absolutely love NASCAR racing, there’s no better place to see it live than Las Vegas Motor Speedway. This well-planned track is a favorite among fans, especially those inside the action at the infield RV camp! For more hands-on auto racing fun, book a day with the drivers at racing schools run by Jeff Gordon, Richard Petty and Mario Andretti.Vacationers who prefer the driver in their golf bag should definitely plan a trip around the nationally-ranked courses in Nevada. Of special note are Wolf Creek in Mesquite and Edgewood Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe. Bring your clubs and settle in for a week of golfing excitement.