Nevada is the most mountainous state in the lower 48 which for the backpacking community means a jaw-dropping volume of opportunities.

• Are you new to backpacking and looking for information on how to get started? Checkout this Intro to Backpacking Series that REI has put together to help you better understand backpacking basics. 
• Study up on Nevada’s best backpacking trails by taking a look at what AllTrails suggests are the best backpacking trails in Nevada.
• Yes, our friends over at Travel Nevada have also done their homework and want to show off the best backpacking opportunities in Nevada that they have come up with.

Road biking around the most beautiful lake in North America…check, mountain biking trails throughout the state…check, bike friendly towns check, trail systems… check. Nevada checks all the boxes for your biking needs!

• Biking in the Reno-Sparks area as told through the lens of visit Reno-Tahoe. 
• A filterable list of biking trails in the Silver State from Travel Nevada has you covered. 
• Get a taste of biking trails found throughout Nevada  courtesy of AllTrails. 
• Off the beaten path biking trails? Look at what Austin, Nevada has to offer as far as mountain bike trails go. 
• Looking for something on the remote side but not too far from Las Vegas? That calls for uncovering what Lincoln County and in particular Caliente has in store for biking enthusiasts! Lincoln county has a fantastic visitor’s guide too!

Tent camping, glamping, RV camping, no matter what style you choose Nevada is full of camping opportunities. 

• New to camping? Checkout the how to camp video series that the National Park Service has put together. Everything from what to do before the trip, to what to bring, to how to pick a campsite and more. 
• Nevada’s state parks offer excellent camping opportunities for the whole family! Visit the Nevada State Parks webpage, click the filter by amenities dropdown and you will be able to filter through Nevada’s state parks to find exactly what you’re looking for. Find out which parks have ADA campsites, RV hookups, restrooms, bike trails and much more!
• Are you looking for information on what the BLM has to say about camping on BLM managed public lands? Learn about developed campgrounds, dispersed camping and more here!
• Do you want to reserve a campsite at a national park, a forest service campground, or a BLM campground? The Recreation.gov website is your one-stop-shop for all of that and more.  
• Are you looking for private land camping opportunities? Checkout Hipcamp, it’s like Airbnb but for camping.

Nevada might be the driest state in the country but it’s also home to excellent fishing opportunities! Whether you’re looking for a stream, a high alpine lake or simply looking to catch you next meal, Nevada fishing is for you. See our fishing reports, maps, and a variety of other fishing resources and get out on the water today!

• Are you new to fishing or has it been a while since you last went fishing? Not to worry! We have you covered with this How to Fish series from Take Me Fishing. You can learn about equipment, how to tie knots, different types of fishing and much more. It’s a great suite of tools to learn or re-learn the basics.  
• Fish NV – this interactive map tool is your go-to resource to learn where all of Nevada’s 534 fishable waters are. 
• Nevada’s Fishing Regulations – Learn everything you need to know about Nevada fishing regulations, license information, and boating information. 
• NDOW fishing and stocking reports – scroll through this page and find regularly updated fishing and stocking reports for Nevada’s most popular fishing destinations. 
• If you are looking for resources on how to catch and cook your next meal look no further than Hank Shaw’s Hunter Angler Gardener Cook website.

Nevada hosts a wide variety of hiking opportunities – whether you’re looking for a close to home stroll or a remote backcountry adventure, Nevada has something perfectly suited for you. Check out these helpful hiking resources. 

• New to hiking? Don’t worry REI has put together a suite of hiking for beginners resources to help get you up to speed.  
• All Trails – an interactive website that shares pictures, maps, and ratings for trails throughout the country. 
• Travel Nevada’s top rated Nevada hiking trails!
• Reno Hiking Trails – as pointed out to us by visit Reno-Tahoe.  
• Want some great information on hiking in the Spring Mountains? See what hikes and trails information the Southern Nevada Conservancy has put together on their GO MT CHARLESTON website which has weekly updates for the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area.

Whether you’re new to hunting and looking into how to get started or the seasoned pro we have the hunting information you need.

• Are you new to hunting? There is a lot to know, and it can be overwhelming, but don’t worry we have all the resources you need. First stop is going to be NDOW’s hunter’s safety and hunter education information. After you’ve taken a look at that we’ll direct you over to the Hunter’s Connect YouTube page where you will find videos that help you learn how to read maps, pick out a rifle, wild game care, tactics, and much more.  
• Randy Newberg – is a hunter, public land hunting advocate, and an excellent source of information no matter what level hunting experience or expertise you have. He hosts how-to videos, a podcast and tv-series dedicated to DIY public land hunting.
• Hunt NV – NDOW’s interactive digital tool provides you with information about all of Nevada’s big game hunting opportunities. 
• Take your cooking to the next level by learning from the best wild game chefs we know! Of course, we’re referring to Kristy Crabtree and Hank Shaw. Their recipes, tips, and tricks cover everything you need when it comes wild harvested table fare!
  • Hank Shaw’s – Hunter Angler Gardener Cook Website  – hosts tips and tricks as well as a pile of recipes to help you become the best wild food cook you can be. A few of our favorite’s include – Venison Stir Fry,  Portuguese Braised Venison Shanks, and Grilled Venison Steak. 
  • Kristy Crabtree’s – Nevada Foodies Website  – highlights Nevada-centric wild harvested meats with a suite of recipes you can’t go wrong with including – Elk Enchiladas with Spicy Red Sauce, Elk Roulades Stuffed with Cream Cheese and Green Chiles and Antelope Guacamole Jalapeno Burgers. 
• NDOW’s Top 10 Nevada Big Game Hunting Resources  – look up Nevada big game application information, hunt stats, regulations and more.  
• Know before you go hunting: wild game meat care  and how to dress your harvest properly

Dirt bikes, side-by-sides, ATV’s no matter what you prefer if you’re an off-road enthusiast Nevada as something for you.

• First and foremost, we want to recommend Off-Road Nevada as your premiere resource for everything off-roading here in the Silver State. 
• One handy resource is the off-road trail maps Off-Road Nevada provides that can be downloaded before heading out. 
• Follow this link to see off-road events that are on deck here in Nevada. 
• Do you want to learn more about local club or associations near you? Check out this link and you will find a exhaustive list of groups found throughout the state.

Kayaking at Lake Mead, canoeing on the Truckee River, Paddleboarding across a beautiful cove on Lake Tahoe – no matter what your preference is if it’s Nevada paddle sports related information you’re looking for you’ve come to the right page. Grab your life jacket and let’s go!

• Looking for information on how best to stay safe out on the water in a canoe, kayak, or a paddleboard? Look at our Paddle Sports page and if you’re up to it take this Free Online Paddle Sports Safety Course.
• Have you never kayaked before? No worries, REI has an Intro to Kayaking series to help shorten the learning curve. 
• New to paddleboarding? Again, no worries, REI has packaged a handy How to Paddleboard for beginners’ series. 

If you know you want to travel here in the Silver State but you don’t know where you want to go or what you want to do Travel Nevada has the maps, insights, recommendations, and resources that you need to explore Nevada! Start with a broad survey of the landscape and checkout Nevada’s best outdoor recreation opportunities, look into recommended  family friendly activities, map out the perfect NV road trip, or follow this link to get your hands on the Nevada Magazine and Visitors Guide, Travel Nevada is an excellent resource for both residents and visitors alike!

• Broadly speaking are you interested in Nevada’s best outdoor recreation opportunities? Click here to get Travel Nevada’s best take. 
• Are you planning a family-oriented trip? Here are the family friendly activities Travel Nevada has identified. 
• Planning a road trip? Travel Nevada has done the legwork to make your next Nevada road trip a huge success!
• Make sure if nothing else you get your hands on the Nevada Magazine and Visitors Guide, it’s an excellent resource for residents and visitors alike!

Nevada is home to approximately 900 species including three species of bighorn sheep, many birds of prey (hawks, eagles, owls), the desert tortoise, and many others! If you’re interested in encountering these animals in the wild or perhaps just looking for more information on what animals are in your backyard, we are here to help you out!

• NDOW Birding YouTube Videos – Welcome all birders, young and old, new and seasoned pros! – Introduction to Birding, Nevada Birding for Beginners, Beginner Birdwatching for Kids, Birding Toolkit, Raptor ID, Owls, Woodpeckers, Waterfowl ID, Peregrine Falcons, Nevada Raptors      
• eBird – a digital application that tracks birding observations throughout the world – it helps you create and track birding lists and share them with others.  
• Merlin Bird ID App – incredibly handy app that helps you identify the birds you see!
• National Audubon Society – national group focused on bird conservation with chapters throughout the country – that includes great information on birding and bird conservation. Learn more about local Nevada chapters that lead birding events and bird conservation activities near you. Lahontan Audubon Society based in Reno, Red Rock Audubon based in Las Vegas, and Bristlecone Audubon based in Elko.  
• Want to learn about birding in Southern Nevada? Checkout the resources put together by the Red Rock Audubon highlight birding hotspots found within Las Vegas city limits and some just a short drive away!  
• Eagles and Agriculture – For over 20 years the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce has put on an excellent event highlighting the eagles that stopover to feed in the valley as part of their migration each year. Checkout this link to learn more about past events, get information on tour dates, or to review photos from the photo contest! 
• Visit the annual Spring Wings Bird Festival in Lahontan Valley which showcases the wonderful variety of waterbirds, shorebirds, raptors and songbirds that can be found in this incredible area. Fallon, NV is a great base to explore this important bird area year-round.
• What is the Christmas Bird Count?  It’s a nationwide community science project orchestrated by the National Audubon Society. If you would like to participate reach out to your local Audubon chapter, for example Lahontan Audubon Society and find a count leader near you!