Things to do in Nevada, United States: The Best Hiking Trails

April 7, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

Las Vegas is the place to go for the best nightlife, gambling, live shows and dining in the U.S.  But there's plenty to do in Nevada for all types of travelers. The state boasts more than 100 beautiful golf courses, and water lovers can relax on the shores of Lake Tahoe. Set your sights on the mountainous landscape, perfect for hiking, or tour the famous Hoover Dam. World class resorts with top of the line spas are located throughout the state's major cities and tourist locales.
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1. Tahoe Meadows Trail

Incline Village, NV +1 530-543-2600 http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/ltbmu/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5112247
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Tahoe Meadows Trail

This 165-mile, twenty-four inch, single-track trail is open to hiking, equestrians, and mountain biking (in most areas). The trail encompasses the ridge tops of the Lake Tahoe Basin, crossing six counties, and two states. The Tahoe Rim Trail overlaps with approximately fifty miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail.

2. Echo Lakes Hiking Trail

Johnson Pass Road, NV http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ltbmu/null/recarea/
Excellent
85%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Echo Lakes Hiking Trail

This easy to moderate hiking trail passes Lower and Upper Echo Lakes as well as many other lakes.

3. Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs

Las Vegas, NV http://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/nevada/southern-nevada/goldstrike-canyon
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 77 reviews

Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs

Relax in one of the many hot springs along the trail.

Reviewed By ljoland

We stopped by late in the day and started down the trail and it was like being on a movie set waiting for something creepy to happen. I'm sure there were Sand People from Star Wars watching us. Being smart, we realized that hiking an unknown trail with obvious obstacles late in the day wasn't smart, so we just did a partial hike. Our goal was to find hot springs, so we bravely came back EARLY the next day and were rewarded by being the only people on the trail for a while. Lots of really cool scrambles and rope climbs (I admit I was a little sore the next day) and we took the time to soak in a hot spring. There are several so pick your spring. We brought towels and the right things to wear in our packs. The end of the trail is a huge reward as you are right on the Colorado River with a beautiful view of the memorial bridge by Hoover Dam. Perfect place for a picnic (leave nothing but footprints!!!!). So we highly recommend this trail if you actually like to hike and climb and have common sense. It was a blast.

4. Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

Incline Village, NV 89452 +1 775-831-0494 http://parks.nv.gov/parks/marlette-hobart-backcountry
Excellent
83%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
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1%
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5.0 based on 228 reviews

Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

A number of areas for visitors along Lake Tahoe, with the most popular being Sand Harbor.

Reviewed By G2055DWpatriciah - Denver, United States

We planned the tour at the beginning of our trip so we would have an idea of where we might want to return. The tour was more fun and informative than we ever imagined. It was literally one of the best parts of our trip! Jim was an amazing guide.

5. Calico Tanks Trail

3205 Nv 159, Las Vegas, NV +1 617-658-9366 http://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/hikes-trails/calico-tanks/
Excellent
84%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
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5.0 based on 38 reviews

Calico Tanks Trail

Reviewed By whenyourehere - Las Vegas, United States

I personally think this is a hard trail. I went here during the Winter and there was still ice on the rocks so it wasn't hard to slip and fall. Thankfully, no one in my party fell. It took two hours to make it to the end of the trail where you can see the Vegas strip in the distance and one hour to make it back. I recommend to bring some water with you, maybe even snacks if you are prone to hunger. I wore sneakers on this trail and that worked fine.

6. Hunter Creek Trail

Toiyabe National Forest, Reno, NV
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Hunter Creek Trail

Reviewed By 3ke3

This is a beautiful hike, light to moderate difficulty (on my scale anyway). Just shy of 6 miles round trip, some topography, generally uphill on the way out and downhill on the way back, but nothing too tough. 3 creek crossings (a metal grate bridge and 2 large logs) don’t pose a problem. Mostly sunny, but some shady areas closer to the waterfall at the top of the creek. Didn’t really see any critters along the way, which was kind of a surprise. Free public parking, restrooms (clean) and drinking fountain at the trailhead. Bring water and snacks with you. Dogs are welcome, but there are a few all-rock stretches that may be tough on tender paws. Enjoy!

7. Fire Wave

Valley of Fire Rd, Overton, NV 89040 +1 775-684-2770 http://www.parks.nv.gov
Excellent
84%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
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5.0 based on 135 reviews

Fire Wave

Reviewed By lorig689 - Lumberton, United States

I loved this trail. The colors in the rocks are amazing. It gets hot so wear a hat and bring water. It's a $10 entry to get into the park and you need exact change during the COVID stuff.

8. Mouse's Tank

Valley of Fire State Park, Overton, NV 89040 +1 702-397-2088 [email protected] http://parks.nv.gov/vf.htm
Excellent
60%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 324 reviews

Mouse's Tank

Rock formation with natural basin of water in Valley of Fire State Park.

Reviewed By Satdiver - Coquille, United States

Nice easy trail up to the tank where you can see numerous petroglyphs and drawings on the canyon walls.

9. Mount Tallac/Glen Alpine Trail

NV
Excellent
71%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Mount Tallac/Glen Alpine Trail

Six-mile hiking trail that culminates in a breathtaking vista of Lake Tahoe, Fallen Leaf Lake and High Sierra.

10. Horsetail Falls

NV
Excellent
52%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Horsetail Falls

This moderate to difficult hiking trail provides scenic views of the mountain peaks and a magnificent waterfall. Caution is advised regarding the treacherously slippery rock slabs in the stream and near the falls.

Reviewed By TCWEDH - El Dorado Hills, United States

This is a great beginner hike at the beginning of spring when the snow starts to melt. Nice to eat a sandwich and watch the falls while soaking up some vitamin D!

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