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Nevada, which is known for its deserts, canyons, and luxurious casinos, has an arid and hot climate that gave it a reputation of the driest state in the U.S. Therefore, the best time to visit Nevada is from October to April when temperatures are cooler. It's an excellent time to dip in the hot springs in Boulder City, hike in the Valley of Fire, go mountain biking around Lake Mead, and ride a horse in Red Rock Canyon. From late August to early September dreamers and artists from all over the world gather for the Burning Man Festival in the Black Rock Desert. Summers are extremely hot, so escaping to some more northerly places like Reno and go tubing on the Truckee River might be a good plan.

21 things to do in Nevada

Pomegranate Season

October–January Food

Enjoy fresh fruit in the fall and winter months

Morel Season

April–June Food

Mysterious, and of extraordinary shape, it is well worth trying the first spring mushrooms in this region

Gold Strike Hot Springs

September–May Nature

Bathing in hot springs in the open air is a true pleasure, especially in cooler months

Waterfalls at Red Rock Canyon

late October–early March Activity

Not as powerful and wide as Niagara Falls, but still a pleasant surprise to be found in the middle of the desert

Birdwatching in Corn Creek

March–May | September–November Activity

Visit one of Nevada's best birding sites and a desert oasis

Kayaking

March–May | September–November (all year round) Activity

Explore the canyons and rivers of Nevada by a kayak

Red Rocks Climbing

September–May Activity

You won't find better rocks for climbing than in Red Rock Canyon

Hiking in the Valley of Fire

October–April Activity

Explore the crazy beauty of the Valley of Fire in bright red-orange colors!

Burning Man

August 24-September 1, 2025 Event

A city in a desert where once a year dreamers from all over the world gather for pure expression without any boundaries

Fishing at Pyramid Lake

October–June Activity

The only natural pyramid in Nevada attracts fishermen and tourists

Sand Mountain

March–May | September–November Activity

Off-road paradise for sandboarders, bikers, and quad riders

Truckee River Tubing

mid-May–September Activity

A relaxing and fun weekend activity

The Great Reno Balloon Race

September 6-8, 2024 Event

The world's largest free hot air balloon festival

Fly Geyser near Gerlach

September–May Nature

This rainbow-colored geyser standing in the middle of the desert is out of this world

Pahrump Balloon Festival

February 2025 Event

One of Pahrump Valley's most popular annual events

Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival

January 24–26, 2025 Event

A picturesque ballooning experience at one of the city's casinos

Reno Air Show

October 4-6, 2024 Event

Catch a one-of-a-kind thrill in the middle of the Nevada desert

Ruby Mountain Balloon Festival

September 20–22, 2024 Event

About 40 hot air balloons over the beautiful Ruby Mountains

Reno Jazz Festival

April 25–27, 2024 Event

A celebration of jazz with a long history at the University of Nevada

Winnemucca Balloon Festival

May 17–19, 2024 Event

Experience the enchantment of breathtaking hot air balloons and community celebration

Carson Valley Balloon Festival

May 17–19, 2024 Event

An exhilarating festival with colorful balloons in the stunning Lampe Park of Gardnerville

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