Beatty, Nevada

Welcome to Beatty - Gateway to Death Valley Sign in Beatty, NV

Attractions

Ghost Towns

Museums

Goldwell Open Air Museum

Scenic Areas

Elizalde Cement Plant

Death Valley National Park (31.3 miles)
Zabriskie Point (33.9 miles)
Badwater Basin (45.9 miles)
Amargosa Opera House and Hotel (46 miles)
International Car Forest (60.5 miles)
The Joshua Tree U2 Album Location (67.7 miles)
Owens Lake Trails Plaza (69.7 miles)
Museum of Western Film History (75.2 miles)
Mary Jane Falls Trail Head (75.3 miles)
Alabama Hills Recreation and National Scenic Area (77 miles)

Brees Lookout at Hot Creek in Mammoth Lakes, CA

From Vegas to Tahoe - Route 395 Is the Ultimate California Road Trip
Tourists know about the Pacific Coast Highway road trip, and sure, that’s a spectacular oceanside drive. But U.S. Route 395 is the California road less traveled and more spectacular.

Dream Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado

Five Best Lake Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park is known for its stunning views of jagged mountains and clear, blue lakes. Don't miss the five best lake hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Chasing the Snow for a Photography Class at Zion National Park
Sometimes, opportunities pop up that have a legitimately limited shelf-life, or are truly rare. So you either have to act now or miss out.

View of Emerald Bay in Lake Tahoe. Stock photo by Jeremy Doodridge via Unsplash.

Weekend Road Trip: Sacramento To Lake Tahoe and Reno
You don't have to drive a long way to see a lot of stuff between Sacramento and Reno.

Path along the alpine meadows of the Pacific Crest Trail

How To Prepare to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail
Who’s up for a 2,650-mile trek across the United States? Whether you choose to thru-hike or section hike, you’ll be blown away by the scenery from the deserts of southern California to the rugged vistas of northern Washington.

Three Easy Scenic Hikes in O'ahu, Hawaii
When it comes to discovering Hawai‘i, those who make hiking a priority will be able to experience awe-inspiring scenic views unlike anywhere else in the world. The island of O‘ahu holds many spectacular hikes, giving you plenty of options.

A close up look at snow on the canyon walls at Yellowstone National Park

Snow Squalls and Close Calls: Off-Peak Season in Yellowstone National Park
Despite a substantial amount of experience visiting National Parks, I nearly found myself stranded overnight in Yellowstone National Park last Monday.

Five Must-See Stops in South Dakota
Whether you’re a nature-lover, history-buff, gambler or thrill-seeker, South Dakota and its Black Hills will delight you — and it will do so in the most low-key and relaxing way imaginable.

Top Five Things To See in Idaho
Most people don’t know much about Idaho beyond its reputation for potatoes. That’s really not fair given how much there is to see in the state.

Underrated Hawaii Road Trips: Big Island and Maui
If embarking on an epic road trip adventure is on your list of things to do, Hawai‘i is not usually the first place to come to mind, a place famously known for having ‘interstate highways’ that never leave the state.

Rocks off the coast of Indian Beach at Ecola State Park in Clatsop County, Oregon on October 4, 2020. Photo by Peter Stringer

Wandering the Pacific Northwest for a Weekend Roadtrip
On a recent long weekend, I wandered the PNW with a fantastic drive around the region highlighted by stops at Mt. Rainier, the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, before a fantastic day on the breathtaking Oregon Coast.