Spend Three Days In Three Canyons On This Weekend Road Trip In Nevada

With natural wonders like mountain ranges, forests, and vast deserts in between, Nevada is brimming with road trip potential. One natural wonder that travelers can see in Nevada is its numerous canyons! The state’s rugged terrain is the perfect place for these high-altitude peaks and wonderous valleys. Here are three that top the list of best canyons in Nevada, complete with the perfect trail to match and comfortable places to stay.

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Starting your three-day trip, head to northeastern Nevada. Nestled in the vast Ruby Mountain Wilderness is Lamoille Canyon. It is the largest valley in the mountains at about 12 miles long! Visitors can drive all the way up to see the top of this beautiful canyon. Find campgrounds, picnic areas, wildflowers, and maybe even spot a mountain goat! It’s a great option for starting your trip. Simply relax in your vehicle and take the scenic byway, or FS Road 660. The National Forest Scenic Byway travels around the base of Ruby Dome, offering amazing views of the canyon.

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Lamoille-Talbot Trailhead

If getting out and exploring on your feet is more your thing (and with views like this, who can blame you?!), then a good option is to take the Lamoille-Talbot Trailhead just off of the canyon’s scenic byway. This trail is considered easy for most and offers amazing views of the valley as your hike higher and higher! Be prepared for lots of switchbacks and steady, steep hiking. The trail offers some shade and restrooms can be found in the day-use area for a fee. This trail is lesser-known, so enjoy the tranquility and surround yourself with some of Nevada’s most breathtaking views. Find the trail at NF-660, Lamoille, NV 89828

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When you’re ready to call it a day, Hotel Lamoille awaits in rustic comfort. Housing the popular Dinner House restaurant, Hotel Lamoille is situated conveniently downtown and just a five-minute drive from the Lamoille-Talbot Trailhead. Find yourself just steps away from many restaurants and bars. Guests can even book a hiking excursion through the hotel! Check out the link below for more information.

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From the northeast, travel west on Highway 80 to reach State Route 208 and the gorgeous Wilson Canyon. Located about thirteen miles from the town of Yerington, this natural wonder goes right through the Singatse Mountain Range while hugging Walker River. Surround yourself with tall red mountain walls as you traverse the road in wonder and amazement.

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To appreciate Wilson Canyon in a different way, aim for the Wilson Canyon Trail. This 3.5-mile-loop trail is perfect for novices and expert hikers as it is described as moderately difficult. Visitors spend about two hours taking in the scenic beauty of the canyon, its rock formations, animals, and native plant life. Past hikers have mentioned rattlesnake sightings, so it’s a good idea to pay loads of attention as you make your way! Little shade also means bringing plenty of water for you as well as your furry friends. The hike is a fun way to observe Wilson Canyon, and a true gem in the area.

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After all of that sightseeing, relax at the fantastic Walker River Resort in nearby Smith Valley. This accommodation is not just for RVs, they offer cozy cabins as well! Keep the fun going long after you’ve left the trail as you stay in your very own cottage looking out at Walker River. Contact the resort or visit their website to book your stay.

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Your trip to see some of Nevada’s best canyons would not be complete without a stop at the famous Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Located on the southern tip of Nevada just outside of Las Vegas, Red Rock is the perfect ending to your three-day trip! This area is much more popular than the other two canyon locations as it can even be seen from the Las Vegas Strip, but with over three million visitors a year, you’ll soon see why folks flock to this Nevada attraction. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area features surreal red rock formations for miles and sandstone peaks reaching as high as 3,000 feet! Take a stop at the Visitor’s Center before heading out to grab a map and gather ideas of where to head next.

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One of the best trails in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is Red Cliffs Trail. An easy path, this trail takes less than half an hour to complete. Never feel lost as you loop around the one-mile journey, though there are plenty of branches and trails nearby to keep the fun going long after. Stay on Red Cliffs Trail to see the red rock formations up close, Joshua trees, and native lizards scurrying through the desert sand. The main attraction, however, is the epic cliff views. Visit during sunrise or sunset for some great photo opportunities!

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At the end of your day well spent at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, unwind and treat yourself to world-class amenities at the Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas. Less than a ten-minute drive to Red Rock Canyon, this hotel has everything you need for fun, entertainment, and a well-deserved good night’s sleep.

If you’re itching for a grand adventure exploring Nevada’s vast landscape, towering mountains, and stunning views, then look no further than traveling to its many canyons. Spend three days visiting these three different canyons and you’ll certainly never view the picturesque state of Nevada the same way again.

To visit Hotel Lamoille’s website, click here.

Click here to book a stay at the Walker River Resort.

Learn of the plentiful things to do and see when you book your stay at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa by visiting their website here.