The New Year is right on our heels and that means it’s time to start planning out all the amazing places you’d like to go in 2020. Lucky for us, there’s never a shortage of amazing destinations to seek out in the Battle Born State. We’ve featured hundreds of them in the past, and now we’ve gathered the top 10 destinations you’ll want to be sure to add to your 2020 Bucket List. Check them out and start making plans for a brand new year of adventure!
- David Walley’s Hot Springs Resort, Gardnerville
1862 David Walley’s Hot Spring Resort/Facebook A one-of-a-kind hot spring resort in the stunning Carson Valley, David Walley’s Hot Springs Resort is the relaxing getaway you deserve to take in 2020. Don’t sleep on this beautiful and rejuvenating vacation destination this year. Read all about this historic hot spring resort in our full article here.
- Pine Grove Ghost Town, Yerington
Scrabbleship1/Wikimedia Commons Looking to add some adventure into your life in the new year? Check out one of the most unique excursions that Nevada has to offer with this hike to the ghost town of Pine Grove. Not only does the hike make for a scenic outing, but the ghost town at the end of the trail will leave you in complete awe. Learn more about this historic hiking trail here.
- Kershaw-Ryan State Park, Caliente
Edwin Weston/Google Boasting some of the lushest scenery you’ll find in Southern Nevada, Kershaw-Ryan State Park is an underrated gem that you simply must visit this year. Featuring endless opportunities for recreation including hiking and camping, this serene park makes for a tranquil adventure destination. Learn more about what the park has to offer with our full article here.
- Secret Cove, Lake Tahoe
Michael Frechen/Google You’ll definitely want to be sure to visit the beautiful Lake Tahoe at least once in 2020, and Secret Cove is just the place to check out when you do. This hidden beach boasts the most spectacular clear waters and it makes for a more private escapade at this big blue lake. Read more about it here.
- Bonanza Opal Mine, Denio
Bonanza Opal/Facebook For those who would like to branch out and explore some of the lesser-known regions of our state, the Bonanza Opal Mine is just the destination to visit. This opal mine is super remote but those who visit it can be treated to the chance to dig for their own opals. Learn more about this unique adventure here.
- Cowabunga Bay Water Park, Henderson
Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas/Facebook Keeping cool is paramount during the summertime in Nevada, and this beloved water park is just the place to do that. The old-school water park is one of the most iconic summer destinations in Nevada for a reason, and you need to visit it in 2020 if you have yet to experience it. Read more about the water park here.
- Pyramid Lake
John Fowler/Flickr Here’s another Nevada lake that definitely belongs on your 2020 bucket list. Pyramid Lake is one of the most stunning bodies of water in the Silver State, but it also has an amazing cultural and geologic history. Experiencing this ancient lake for yourself is simply a must! Learn more about this destination with our full article on its history here.
- Gold Hill Hotel, Virginia City
Jasperdo/Flickr Known as one of the state’s most haunted destinations, staying at the historic Gold Hill Hotel is always a memorable experience. If you feel like mingling with some ghosts in 2020, this is definitely the place to do it! Do you have what it takes? Read more about this popular haunt here.
- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
J. Rogue/AllTrails No bucket list about Nevada is complete without the inclusion of a breathtaking park like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. We specifically recommend checking out the Lost Creek Falls Trail since it leads you straight to a beautiful little waterfall. Read all about this gorgeous adventure here.
- Vegas Superkarts, Las Vegas
Vegas Superkarts/Google Lastly, be sure to make 2020 the year you branch out of your comfort zone—even just for the tiniest bit. Vegas Superkarts in Las Vegas is a great destination to explore your limits. After all, it’s considered the largest go-kart track in the state! Learn more about it here.
Are you excited to get started on your 2020 Bucket List? Let us know what you have planned in the upcoming year below! Check out some more must-visit destinations with The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In Nevada Who Loves The Outdoors.
1862 David Walley’s Hot Spring Resort/Facebook
A one-of-a-kind hot spring resort in the stunning Carson Valley, David Walley’s Hot Springs Resort is the relaxing getaway you deserve to take in 2020. Don’t sleep on this beautiful and rejuvenating vacation destination this year. Read all about this historic hot spring resort in our full article here.
Scrabbleship1/Wikimedia Commons
Looking to add some adventure into your life in the new year? Check out one of the most unique excursions that Nevada has to offer with this hike to the ghost town of Pine Grove. Not only does the hike make for a scenic outing, but the ghost town at the end of the trail will leave you in complete awe. Learn more about this historic hiking trail here.
Edwin Weston/Google
Boasting some of the lushest scenery you’ll find in Southern Nevada, Kershaw-Ryan State Park is an underrated gem that you simply must visit this year. Featuring endless opportunities for recreation including hiking and camping, this serene park makes for a tranquil adventure destination. Learn more about what the park has to offer with our full article here.
Michael Frechen/Google
You’ll definitely want to be sure to visit the beautiful Lake Tahoe at least once in 2020, and Secret Cove is just the place to check out when you do. This hidden beach boasts the most spectacular clear waters and it makes for a more private escapade at this big blue lake. Read more about it here.
Bonanza Opal/Facebook
For those who would like to branch out and explore some of the lesser-known regions of our state, the Bonanza Opal Mine is just the destination to visit. This opal mine is super remote but those who visit it can be treated to the chance to dig for their own opals. Learn more about this unique adventure here.
Cowabunga Bay Las Vegas/Facebook
Keeping cool is paramount during the summertime in Nevada, and this beloved water park is just the place to do that. The old-school water park is one of the most iconic summer destinations in Nevada for a reason, and you need to visit it in 2020 if you have yet to experience it. Read more about the water park here.
John Fowler/Flickr
Here’s another Nevada lake that definitely belongs on your 2020 bucket list. Pyramid Lake is one of the most stunning bodies of water in the Silver State, but it also has an amazing cultural and geologic history. Experiencing this ancient lake for yourself is simply a must! Learn more about this destination with our full article on its history here.
Jasperdo/Flickr
Known as one of the state’s most haunted destinations, staying at the historic Gold Hill Hotel is always a memorable experience. If you feel like mingling with some ghosts in 2020, this is definitely the place to do it! Do you have what it takes? Read more about this popular haunt here.
J. Rogue/AllTrails
No bucket list about Nevada is complete without the inclusion of a breathtaking park like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. We specifically recommend checking out the Lost Creek Falls Trail since it leads you straight to a beautiful little waterfall. Read all about this gorgeous adventure here.
Vegas Superkarts/Google
Lastly, be sure to make 2020 the year you branch out of your comfort zone—even just for the tiniest bit. Vegas Superkarts in Las Vegas is a great destination to explore your limits. After all, it’s considered the largest go-kart track in the state! Learn more about it here.
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