take the death valley drive

The most amazing views of Nevada can’t be found just on the Las Vegas Strip. According to “Only In Your State”, Nevada’s 365-mile Death Valley Drive is one of the state’s best road trips, which takes you to some of the most beautiful views that Southern Nevada has to offer.

The loop takes drivers from Las Vegas to Death Valley (hence, the name Death Drive) and back again. Keep in mind, there are many routes you can take for the Death Drive.

According to Travel Nevada, people usually begin the drive by heading from Las Vegas to Pahrump, which is approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours. On this leg of the journey, you’ll be able

Once you get to Pahrump, there are a couple of great places for rest and refreshments, including one of Nevada’s “best biker bars, Mountain Springs Saloon.

Or, if you are looking for something a little more upscale, try some wines at Artesian Cellars, Charleston Peak Winery, and Sanders Family Winery. Or hit a few balls at the Mountain Falls Golf Club or get a glimpse of professional race car driving at Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club.

day trips: take the death valley drive

From there, it’s time to explore Death Valley National Park, some three million acres of beautiful desert full of interesting rock formations, canyons, and mountains, according to “Only In Your State”.

Some of the best stopping points include the Artist’s Palette Overlook, Zabriskie Point, and Scotty’s Castle. According to “Travel Nevada”, there’s also a coffin themed roadside shop if you’re looking for some spooky souvenirs on Death Drive.

Eventually, drivers can head towards Beatty, where they can stop at Rhyolite, one of the most famous “ghost towns” in the state, according to “Only In Your State”. Along this route, drivers can also view some unique artworks at the Goldwell Open Air Museum. Halfway through their journey, drivers will start to head south again towards Las Vegas. On this path, you’ll drive through the region surrounding Mount Charleston, where you might actually get a glimpse of snow depending on the time of year.

According to “Only In Your State”, this area is nearly 12,000-feet above sea level, one of Nevada’s tallest peaks. This long, scenic drive might be the best way to see the glorious and diverse landscape of Nevada.