Nevada Tourist Attractions
Tourist Attractions in Nevada
Nevada attraction
Planning a vacation to the United States but have not yet decided on a place yet, then Nevada can be your answer. Nevada is a wonderful holiday spot in United States with a lot of excitement and attractions to offer to anyone and everyone. Form the loud and happening Las Vegas to the calm and quite Lake Tahoe banks, Nevada has it all. So whatever you are whishing out of your holiday you can have it all from this wonder place. But the problem with this beautiful state is that, it will make you addicted to the state and will force you to come back again and again.
There are many places in Nevada which you should never miss while planning your vacation, so chart your trip such that you enjoy the country and its essence to the most in the days you spent here.
Hoover Dam
The Hoover dam built in 1936 at the Boulder city is just 30 miles away from Las Vegas and it is one place in Nevada which has millions of visitors each year. The largest dam in the world built on the Colorado river borders the state of Arizona and Nevada and stands upright boasting its engineering marvel. But if you want to enjoy the dam in peace, don’t go there during summer as it will be steaming with visitors from different countries in this season. The elegant art designs on the four towers of the dam are also among the reason that this dam has become a favourite piece for tourists around the world. You can also enjoy in the national recreational area of Lake Mead near the dam where you can enjoy, boating, waterskiing, swimming or camping.
Hoover Dam Information
| Hoover Dam Official Name | Hoover Dam |
| Hoover Dam Locale | Clark County, Nevada / Mohave County, Arizona, USA |
| Hoover Dam Construction Began | 1931 |
| Hoover Dam Opening Date | 1936 |
| Hoover Dam Construction Cost | $49 million |
| Hoover Dam Owner(s) | United States Government |
| Hoover Dam and spillways | |
| Type of Dam | Concrete gravity-arch |
| Hoover Dam Length | 1,244 ft (379 m) |
| Hoover Dam Height | 726.4 ft (221.4 m) |
| Hoover Dam Crest Width | 45 ft (14 m) |
| Hoover Dam Base Width | 660 ft (200 m) |
| Hoover Dam Volume | 3,250,000 cu yd (2,480,000 m3) |
| Hoover Dam Impounds | Colorado River |
| Type of Spillway | 2 x controlled drum-gate |
| Spillway Capacity | 400,000 cu ft/s (11,000 m3/s) |
| Hoover Dam Reservoir | |
| Hoover Dam Creates | Lake Mead |
| Hoover Dam Capacity | 35.2 km3 (28,500,000 acre·ft) |
| Hoover Dam Catchment Area | 167,800 sq mi (435,000 km2) |
| Surface Area of Hoover Dam | 247 sq mi (640 km2) |
| Hoover Dam Max. Water Depth | 590 ft (180 m) |
| Hoover Dam Hydraulic Head | 590 ft (180 m) (Max) |
| Hoover Dam Power station | |
| Hoover Dam Operator(s) | U.S. Bureau of Reclamation |
| Hoover Dam Turbines | 17 main, Francis-type |
| Hoover Dam Installed Capacity | 2080 MW |
| Nearest city: | Boulder City, Nevada |
| Hoover Dam Coordinates: | 36°0′56″N 114°44′16″W |
| Hoover Dam Built / Founded: | 1933 |
| Hoover Dam Architect: | Six Companies, Inc. (structural), Gordon Kaufmann (exteriors) |
| Architectural style(s): | Art Deco |
| Hoover Dam Governing Body: | Bureau of Reclamation |
| MPS: | Vehicular Bridges in Arizona MPS (AD) |
| Added to NRHP: | April 08, 1981 |
| Designated NHL: | August 20, 1985 |
| NRHP Reference#: | 81000382 |
| Hoover Dam Annual Generation | 4.2 billion KWh |
Lovelock
This is the place for you if you are planning a romantic getaway or honeymoon with your partner. This small town in the North of Nevada is flocked with visitors most of the time so that they can lock their love on the unending chain at the Lovers lock plaza. The Chinese custom of securing your love on the chain came into America through this very small town where thousands of lovers and couples come year after year so as to fasten their love forever. You can get the lovers lock anywhere in Lovelock and take your partner to the Lovers lock Plaza and fasten the lock on any available space on the chain and throw away the keys so that no one can unfasten your love for each other. It is not just the romantic ritual that makes this place exciting; you can also exchange your vows and enjoy your honeymoon in this romantic little town and take the memories of it forever. The lovelock caves in the place formed by the collapsing of the limestone dome are also an attraction of this beautiful town.
Lovelock Nevada Information
| Lovelock Nevada Coordinates: 40°10′48″N 118°28′36″W | |
| Lovelock Nevada Country | United States |
| Lovelock Nevada State | Nevada |
| Lovelock Nevada County | Pershing |
| Lovelock Nevada Area | |
| - Total | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km2) |
| - Land | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km2) |
| Lovelock Nevada Elevation | 3,980 ft (1,213 m) |
| Lovelock Nevada Population (2000) | |
| - Total | 2,003 |
| - Density | 2,311.6/sq mi (892.5/km2) |
| Lovelock Nevada Time Zone | Pacific (PST) (UTC-8) |
| - Summer (DST) | PDT (UTC-7) |
| Lovelock Nevada ZIP Code | 89419 |
| Lovelock Nevada Area Code(s) | 775 |
| Lovelock Nevada FIPS Code GNIS ID |
32-43000 0848577 |
Reno
This is one place in Nevada which has excitement and adventure to it and this is a must visit place if you want to enjoy which is rather adventurous and breathtaking days in the state. The place has about 20 ski resorts very close by each other and within an hour's drive where you can ski for hours without getting bored. The place also offers thousands of hiking trails where you can explore the place and the mountains on your bike packing a picnic lunch with you. The fishing and kayaking experienced in Reno is also excellent and you can laze around your day in the Truckee river either boating through it or just paddling a bit. The Truckee river White Water park where the annual Reno water festival takes place and the National Automobile Museum in Reno are also some of the must visit spots in Reno.
Reno Nevada Information
| Reno Nevada Coordinates: 39°31′38″N 119°49′19″W | |
| Reno Nevada Country | United States |
| Reno Nevada State | Nevada |
| Reno Nevada County | Washoe |
| Reno Nevada Government | |
| - Mayor | Bob Cashell (R) |
| Reno Nevada Area | |
| - City | 69.3 sq mi (179.6 km2) |
| - Land | 69.1 sq mi (179.0 km2) |
| - Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km2) |
| Reno Nevada Elevation | 4,505 ft (1,373 m) |
| Reno Nevada Population (2009) | |
| - City | 220,598 |
| - Density | 2,611.4/sq mi (1,008.3/km2) |
| - Metro | 420,000 |
| Reno Nevada Time Zzone | Pacific (PST) (UTC-8) |
| - Summer (DST) | PDT (UTC-7) |
| Reno Nevada ZIP Codes | 89500-89599 |
| Reno Nevada Area Code(s) | 775 |
| Reno Nevada FIPS Code | 32-60600 |
| GNIS Feature ID | 0861100 |
Las Vegas
Las Vegas has become a synonym for excitement and nightlife and this is one of the best loved vacation spot around the world. The best restaurants, accommodation and the shopping experience all together adds spice to the place making it much loved by anyone wishing for excitement and partying. The neon lighted resorts, the sandy beaches, the great shopping and dining experience makes Las Vegas stand out to the visitors and attract millions each year. You can enjoy a soothing spa treatment and treat your heart and eyes to everything good at evil at Las Vegas. Live your heart out at Las Vegas and enjoy the lights and excitements.
Nevada has still much more attraction and tourist spots which makes the state among the best tourist spots so plan a trip and pack your bags to this beautiful state which offers every sort of excitement and fun for you.
Las Vegas Information
| Las Vegas Coordinates: 36°10′30″N 115°08′11″W | |
| Las Vegas Country | United States |
| Las Vegas State | Nevada |
| Las Vegas County | Clark County |
| Las Vegas Government | |
| - Type | Council-Manager |
| - Mayor | Oscar B. Goodman (N.P.) |
| - City Manager | Betsy Fretwell |
| Las Vegas Area | |
| - City | 131.3 sq mi (340.0 km2) |
| - Land | 131.2 sq mi (339.8 km2) |
| - Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Las Vegas Elevation | 2,001 ft (610 m) |
| Las Vegas Population (2009) | |
| - City | 567,641 |
| - Density | 4,154/sq mi (1,604/km2) |
| - Urban | 1,314,356 |
| - Metro | 1,902,834 (28 th U.S.) |
| Las Vegas Time Zone | PST (UTC−8) |
| - Summer (DST) | PDT (UTC−7) |
| Las Vegas ZIP Codes Area code(s) |
702 |
| Las Vegas FIPS Code | 32-40000 |
| GNIS Feature ID | 0847388 |
Nevada Featured Attractions
| Nevada Featured Attraction | Address |
| Scheels - Sportsman Attraction | Sparks, Nevada |
| Thunder Mountain Park | Imlay, Nevada |
| Atomic Testing Museum | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Last Supper and Giant Pink Woman | Rhyolite, Nevada |
| Most Photographed Sculpture in Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Mighty Mutant | Las Vegas, Nevada |
Nevada Tourist Attractions
| Nevada Tourist Attractions | Category |
| Adventure Photo Tours |
Las Vegas Tour in Nevada |
| Animal Ark |
Reno Nature in Nevada |
| bonnie springs ranch resort |
Blue Diamond Theme Park in Nevada |
| Boulder City Art Guild Gallery |
Boulder City Arts and Craft near Henderson, Nevada |
| Great Basin National Park |
Baker National Park in Nevada |
| Souvenir Nevada State Passports |
All Locations Arts and Craft in Nevada |
| Peppermill Casion Resorts |
Wendover Concert in Nevada |
| Wendover Nugget Hotel & Casino | Wendover Casino in Nevada |
