By Emily Beach
Things to Do in West Wendover, Nevada
The town of Wendover is located in the northeastern part of Nevada, close to the Utah border. As with other cities in Nevada, gambling and casinos are the most popular attractions in Wendover. There are five casino
resorts here that feature lodging, gaming, restaurants and nightlife. In addition to these resorts, Wendover is home to some of Nevada's greatest natural wonders, including a beautiful protected forest and a state park where visitors can camp, hike and get back to nature with family.
Casinos
With five casino resorts in town, it can be difficult for visitors to choose where to stay. One of the larger and more popular casinos in Wendover is the Rainbow. The resort features more than 400 luxurious rooms and suites, a hotel spa, and an indoor pool and jacuzzi. Guests can choose from five restaurants or four bars, each with a distinct theme and atmosphere. Nightly live entertainment includes lounge acts, dancing and themed events. Guests can gamble round the clock at hundreds of slot machines or gaming tables. If you need a change of scenery, take advantage of free transportation to one of the Rainbow's sister casino resorts, located just minutes away.
Rainbow Casino and Resort
1045 Wendover Boulevard
West Wendover, NV 89883
Tel: (800) 537- 0207
www.wendoverfun.com
Humboldt National Forest
At 6.3 million acres, Humboldt National Forest is the largest protected forest in the continental U.S. Visitors can hike the many miles of maintained trails, camp at primitive sites throughout the park, or rides ATVs and four wheelers in designated areas. The Bridgeport Ranger District is the best area for fishing, with lakes, rivers and man-made ponds holding hundreds of species of trout and other fish. The Bridgeport area is also where parking, picnic areas and access for the disabled can be found. Many unique species of wildflowers and alpine plants can be found throughout the forest, making this a great spot for nature lovers. Also, keep an eye out for the area's wild horses, burrows and other wildlife.
Humboldt National Forest Visitor Center
1200 Franklin Way
Sparks, NV
Tel: (702) 355-5300
www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/
Great Basin National Park
This 120-square-mile park is sandwiched between the Sierra Nevada and Wasatch Mountains. It is known as the home of the Bristlecone Pine, one of the oldest organisms ever discovered in North America. Visitors can hike, swim or fish in the shadows of the magnificent Wheeler Peak, which towers 13,000 feet over the park. Great Basin is also home to the Lehman Caves, where guests can venture underground on 60 or 90 minute tours. There are beautiful rock formations, underground rivers and unique animal habitats to explore. The area is also home to some great rock climbing opportunities, but visitors must bring their own equipment. The visitor's center provides guided tours, maps, camping reservations and additional information.
Great Basin National Park Visitor's Center
100 Great Basin National Park
Baker, NV
Tel: (775) 234-7331
http://www.nps.gov/grba/
About the Author:
Emily Beach works in the commercial construction industry in Maryland. She received her LEED accreditation from the U.S. Green Building Council in 2008 and is in the process of working towards an Architectural Hardware Consultant certification from the Door and Hardware Institute. She received a bachelor's degree in economics and management from Goucher College in Towson, Maryland.
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