7 Days Nevada Parks & Nature

Day 1

Travel Las Vegas on I-15 North to Hwy 93 North. Stop at the beautiful Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge and enjoy the lakeside picnic tables, and the many species of birds and other wildlife. Continue north for a few more minutes toward Alamo and stop at Windmill Ridge to enjoy lunch and their scrumptious bakery selections, or pick up lunch to go and enjoy at your stop in Kershaw-Ryan State Park, where you can hike, play volleyball, or just relax on the cool grass. Next stop is spectacular Cathedral Gorge State Park, where you can walk through the dramatic sandstone formations such as the Moon Caves, and enjoy the scenic overlook. Drive onto Pioche, the historic mining town and visit the Million Dollar Courthouse and Boot Hill. Continue on the Great Basin Highway (Highway 93) to Ely. Overnight in Ely.

Total Travel Time: 4 hrs 50 mins

Day 2

Travel Highway 50 East to Great Basin National Park. Hike up to the Bristlecone Pines, the oldest living organism on earth. Enjoy a trip to the Lehman Caves, with incredible stalactite and stalagmite formations. Travel from Great Basin National Park to McGill and visit the historic drug store that is frozen in time, with many decades of memories and history to enjoy. Return to Ely and drive around town to view the many murals painted to depict its history. Take a ride on the historic Ghost Train of the Nevada Northern Railway. You may choose to stay at the historic Hotel Nevada, once the tallest building in the state. Enjoy a touch of history at this landmark and experience what this historic town has to offer. Overnight Ely

Total Travel Time: 3 hrs

Day 3

Depart Ely, heading East on Highway 21 and 15 to Beaver and Parowan, head up scenic Highway 143 by Brian Head Ski area and stop at beautiful Cedar Breaks National Monument. Continue on to Panguitch and to Ruby’s Inn, near the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park. Overnight at Bryce Canyon National Park area.

Total Travel Time: 5 hrs 15 mins

Day 4

Enjoy the day exploring beautiful Bryce Canyon, one of the most breathtaking national parks. Drive or take the shuttle to Sunrise, Sunset, and Inspiration viewpoints. Hike a canyon trail or talk a walk around the rim. Take an optional afternoon drive to Kodachrome Basin State Park or use your time for more hiking, climbing and taking pictures around Bryce Canyon. Overnight at Bryce Canyon National Park area.

Day 5

Drive to Zion National Park, entering through the East entrance, and enjoy the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway’s scenic beauty as you enter the park. After Exploring Zion, exit through the South toward St. George and continue on Highway 15 South through the dramatic Virgin River Gorge to Mesquite, NV to overnight. Perhaps enjoy a spa treatment or a sumptuous meal at your resort. Overnight in Mesquite.

Total Travel Time:2 hrs 45 mins

Day 6

Depart Mesquite, and enjoy the morning at scenic Valley of Fire State Park to enjoy some of the famous formations such as Rainbow Vista, Seven Sisters and Elephant Rock. Leaving the Valley of Fire, head South through Lake Mead National Recreation Area to enjoy scenic views on your way to Boulder City. Enjoy the charming historic district of Boulder City with its shops, galleries, and cafes. Overnight in Boulder City.

Total Travel Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

Day 7

Depart Boulder City for Las Vegas to stay additional days or for your departure from Las Vegas Airport

Total Travel Time: 30 mins

This road trip was provided by Travel Nevada.

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