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NewsHealthOutdoors'Barefoot Dutchman' Anton Nootenboom stops in Vegas during his walk across the U.S.
Since February, the Dutch Army veteran has been traveling barefoot across Los Angeles and the Nevada desert on an ambitious 3,100-mile journey across the U.S. ...
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FeaturedOutdoorsLas Vegas groups look to diversify and widen outdoor opportunities
“When I went to Zion National Park or Grand Canyon National Park, I really didn’t see people that looked like me.”
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OutdoorsBest of Vegas 2021Best of Vegas 2021 This & ThatReaders' Choice—Best Outdoor Escape: Red Rock Canyon
Stunning views, seemingly endless hiking trails, camping, rock climbing and more—all in our city’s veritable backyard.
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Outdoors5-Minute ExpertHow to get off the road and into a new Nevada outdoor adventure
This guide will get you gassed up and going in no time.
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A&EBig This Week: Stargazing at Skye Canyon Park, ‘The Premonition’ by Michael Lewis’ and more
The second collaboration from Matt Sweeney and Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy.
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FeaturedOutdoorsTravelThese daytrips from Las Vegas can provide a restorative change of scenery
From nearby Lake Mead and Valley of Fire to Death Valley and Dixie National Forest a bit farther out.
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OutdoorsTravelfamilySouthern Nevada’s surprising autumn adventures
Nevadans are blessed with a home state like no other—from natural wonders to man-made marvels, there are few places more special ...
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OutdoorsRed Rock CanyonRed Rock Canyon launches reservation system
Timed entry can be reserved up to 30 days in advance, beginning on October 6. Each reservation costs $2 in addition to regular park entry ...
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Lake MeadattractionOutdoorsExplore the many outdoor options during your Las Vegas stay
Head outside and get off the grid with some off-Strip activities.
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NewsAllAggregateNational Parks are reopening. Is it wise to visit?
It’s no secret that U.S. Interior Department Secretary David Bernhardt and the Trump administration think it’s time for the national parks to reopen. Here’s what ...
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NewsAllAggregateWith visitation up at Mount Charleston, trash, feces and fires on the rise
Mount Charleston resident Misty Haji-Sheikh is used to some visitors ignoring the “no parking” signs near her house during peak hiking times. But she ...
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FeaturedOutdoorsEmbrace the outdoors during Nevada’s mild months
From skydiving to a camel safari, here’s your guide to getting outside.
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FeaturedOutdoorsWho wants to ride a camel? You do, of course
Tourists can feed and pet many of the animals before embarking on a 90-minute camel ride.
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FeaturedOutdoorsTake your outdoor adventures off-road
Free falls of up to 120 miles per hour from planes as high as 15,000 feet can be found within 30 minutes of town.
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FeaturedOutdoorsGreat Basin National Park offers starry skies, ancient trees and glistening caves
Plus, cool-weather camping tips.
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Fine ArtThe great outdoors is the ultimate muse—and these regional artists have listened to its lessons
From illustrator Mary Felker to painter Robert Beckmann.
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FeaturedVegas Indoor SkydivingOutdoorsSee the Vegas Valley—and beyond—as you skydive from high above
Free falls of up to 120 miles per hour from planes as high as 15,000 feet can be found within 30 minutes of town.
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FeaturedOutdoorsExplore temperature extremes in Nevada’s hot springs
From Gold Strike to Tecopa and beyond.
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Arts & EntertainmentFeaturedOutdoorsVegas Summer Nights: Your guide to outdoor dining, entertainment and more
When the Sun goes down, Vegas goes out.
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AllSportsAggregateVegas pick'em: NFL Week 2 winners against the spread
Three Week 2 point spreads rose above the rest this year, having shifted at least a field goal following the first set of games. ...
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NewsAllSportsFour schools — but not UNLV — leaving Mountain West Conference for Pac-12
UNLV isn’t one of the four Mountain West Conference schools reportedly leaving the league for the Pac-12 Conference. Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and ...
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AllSportsHome AggregateCollege football by the odds: Vegas picks and preview of Week 3
Everything has changed in college football this year, and that includes the timing of some classic in-state showdowns. There’s naturally a lot of complaining about ...
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A&EWhat to do in Las Vegas this week (Sep. 12-18, 2024 edition)
Stand-up comedy at Drai’s After Hours, Pink at Allegiant Stadium, the annual AFAN Black & White Party at the Palms and more in this week’s ...
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NewsAllSportsUFC promising a sporting event that 'will never, ever be replicated' in debut at Sphere
The origin of one of the most anticipated and expensive fight cards in Las Vegas history traces back to Tom Brady and U2.
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AllSportsAggregateBoth UFC belts at risk change hands in Sphere spectacular
Sphere’s presentation was inescapable in its live-sporting event debut, and the athletes made sure the sold-out crowd got their money’s worth. ...
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AllSportsHome AggregateAlexander Mattison carving out a bigger role in Raiders’ offense
The Raiders started using more of a running back by committee approach as training camp went on, and now it appears likely the workload will ...
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A&EMega music events continue to expand Mexican Independence Day on the Las Vegas Strip
Live Nation alone is responsible for 37 Latin music and comedy shows taking place in Las Vegas in the days surrounding the September 16 holiday.
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FeaturedWhite CastleTerrible’s marks 65 years of success, growth and connection with Las Vegas
Terrible’s is so ingrained in the collective consciousness of Southern Nevada that locals barely noticed when the company changed its name.
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Arts & EntertainmentNewsmuseumPlans unveiled for long-awaited art museum in Las Vegas
The 90,000-square-foot building at Symphony Park will have three exhibition spaces, a gift shop, cafe, outdoor public space, small theater and lobby.
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AllSportsFightingLocal fighters in spotlight for historic UFC card at Sphere
The card is loaded with nine Mexican natives or residents including Daniel Zellhuber, but there’s also another less obvious class of fighters in abundant supply: ...
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NewsAllSportsDefensive changes could be the difference as UNLV readies for Kansas
For the UNLV football team, the memories from last year’s bowl game against Kansas still linger. UNLV’s magical 2023 campaign reached its end in Phoenix ...
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NewsAllAggregateCombination of music, art and game design pulls consumers into the story of Squid Game
Las Vegas-based gaming manufacturer Light & Wonder partnered with Netflix to create a slot machine based on the streaming giant’s hit show, the South Korea-set ...
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A&ELas Vegas poet James Norman blends personal stories with sharp political insight
Norman’s verses aren’t about grandeur or hollow activism. He writes about the everyday struggles of those caught in the crossfire of a world that feels ...
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NewsIllegal sales of raw milk prompt Nevada officials to reiterate warnings about product’s risks
Expert: Raw milk — legal or illegal — can cause more harm to a person’s health than the alleged good.
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PoliticsNewsAggregateNevada unions rallying to amplify Harris’ campaign
While the Culinary Union’s ground game for Democrats dominates headlines — even forcing Republicans to rethink their own campaign strategies — other labor organizations have ...
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NewsAllSportsRaiders relying on unfamiliar faces after pair of defensive line injuries
Ten out of 11 expected Raiders’ defensive starters trotted out onto the field at SoFi Stadium for the first possession of the season last week. ...
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NewsAffordable housing developers focus on making space for seniors in Southern Nevada
In May, Clark County Commissioners approved $66 million for nine applicants to build low-income housing.
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AllSportsHome AggregateSunday Sweats: Eight bets to add to your NFL Week 2 card
The wish was that the arrival and rebirth of the Sunday Sweats would trigger a turnaround for the recently dwindling bottom line of the weekend ...
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NewsAllSportsMinshew makes his mark in leading Raiders to comeback win
The Raiders came into the day as a double-digit underdog, but after Minshew’s heroics they find themselves sitting at 1-1 with a very winnable home ...
