Nevada’s Most Scenic Route is a Treasure
Taking a scenic drive can be a fun, relaxing way to spend a weekend. During the winter months, depending on the conditions where you live, the driving can get dicey, and even if it’s not dicey, winter can seem like a time to just snuggle indoors. But, spring is right around the corner, and that’s the time of year when people are ready to come out of their cocoons and get on the road. Many people love a good, spring road trip, and with that in mind, Nevada’s most scenic drive has been revealed.
A Gorgeous Scenic Drive in Nevada
The travel experts and enthusiasts at Thrillist have put together a tally of the best scenic drives in America. “The American roadways have long had a mythical allure” they state, adding that “lately, they’ve proven more invigorating than ever: a way to remain isolated while experiencing true grandeur. No matter where you are, chances are there’s a fantastic, accessible drive nearby.” It’s true that America has such a vast landscape, that no matter where you live, you can probably find a delightful route to take any given season.
So, what’s the most scenic route in Nevada? It’s Valley of Fire Highway, which works if you’re on your way to Las Vegas. As Thrillist notes, on the way to Vegas, “hop off Interstate 15 for a quick trip to Mars.” This trip highlights ” an array of warm colors in stripes, from the prevailing rustic red to orange and cream-colored slickrock.” Thrillist also suggests trying the stretch of Mouse’s Tank Road, which makes its way through various hiking trails and more. There’s really so much to do and see along this route that you might want to make a day of it. Plus, if you’ve never taken this trip and are local to the area, you should really check it out. That is certainly a must-see spot when you’re in the area and makes for a great, scenic road trip.
By the way, out of curiosity, what’s the most scenic route in New York, the most populous state in the U.S.? Well, New York City is all about the urban life, but much of New York, the state, is more rural. Thrillist loves Hawk’s Nest as a route, noting, “Take Route 97 out of Port Jervis, and your next 90 minutes will be filled with an impossibly beautiful series of bends abutted by sheer rock faces on one side and a steep drop overlooking the Delaware River on the other.”
