The Ultimate guide to a road trip in Nevada

#northamericatrip Get ready for an exciting journey along Highway 50, also called “The Loneliest Road in America.” Stretching nearly 400 miles from Carson City to Great Basin National Park, this road might sound spooky, but it’s actually full of fun, cool stops, and amazing sights perfect for families and kids! Here are the must-see spots to make your trip an unforgettable adventure: • Sand Mountain Recreation Area: Climb and play on giant sand dunes! Bring a sled or just run around—it’s like a sandy playground. • Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park: See fossils of an enormous dinosaur-like sea creature called the ichthyosaur and check out an old Wild West mining town. • Middlegate Station: Try the huge Middlegate Monster Burger! Can you finish it? • The Shoe Tree: A tree covered in shoes! Bring an old pair to toss into the branches. • Stokes Castle (Austin): Explore a real stone castle built over 100 years ago. • Spencer Hot Springs: Soak your toes in warm water and look for wild burros nearby. • Toquima Cave: Discover colorful Native American rock paintings inside a hidden cave. • Eureka Depot: Stop for treats and explore this cute little town—don’t forget to grab a photo! • Nevada Northern Railway Museum (Ely): Ride on a real train and pretend you’re an old-time engineer. • Ward Charcoal Ovens: Check out these giant stone ovens that look like beehives. • Great Basin National Park: End your adventure with hiking, cave tours, and some of the best stargazing in the country! Highway 50 might sound lonely, but with these stops, it’s a road trip packed with excitement, history, and fun for the whole family!