If you’re looking to go somewhere new and seeking peace and quiet, plan to spend some time in Baker, Nevada. Based about four hours north of Las Vegas, Baker is a small town that’s ideal if you’d like to explore a calm part of Nevada. Due to its location, it’s also the perfect stop if you’re planning to head to Great Basin National Park or driving on to Utah.

To reach Baker, you'll need to head to Nevada Highway 50 and turn on NV-487.
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Once you turn onto NV-487, continue until you reach Baker's quiet Main Street. As you do, you'll immediately experience how peaceful the town is.
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As you can see, there's some quirky charm in the town. In fact, a few local artists live in Baker too. Therefore, have your camera ready to take photos of the unique art you'll see during your visit.
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During your relaxing and peaceful visit to Baker, spend some time relaxing as you watch cows graze.
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Even though the population in Baker is under 100, the small town has its own post office
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During your visit to Baker, you'll also get to enjoy peaceful scenes like this church in front of the mountains.
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And, since this quiet town is so close to Great Basin National Park, feel free to spend time in nature after you've relaxed in Baker.
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After you’ve had your fill of peace and quiet, take a look at the article Here Are The 10 Most Beautiful, Charming Small Towns In Nevada for information about some more quaint places worth visiting too. And, if you’re on a mission to see more small towns in the state, feel free to reference Blink and You’ll Miss These 11 Teeny Tiny Towns in Nevada.

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