Nevada offers a variety of activities for the visitor, and legalized gambling
probably heads the list. Las Vegas is Nevada's largest city, and its neon lights
and gaming tables lure millions of visitors each year. Although the gaming
tables are the prime attraction in Las Vegas, there are numerous other attractions
in southern Nevada. Nearby Hoover Dam and Lake Mead are two sights that shouldn't
be missed. Less than an hour's drive from Las Vegas are Mount Charleston and
the Toiyabe National Forest, where visitors may hunt, camp, hike, ski, and
climb mountains. In northern Nevada, Reno is the center for gambling, and it
carries on the rich tradition of a wide-open western town. With 21 state parks,
Nevada offers plenty of opportunities for visitors interested in pursuing outdoor
activities. History buffs also can visit the state's old mining and ghost towns.
(Courtesy of Rand McNally http://www.randmcnally.com)