A First-Timer’s Guide to Driving a RZR in the Desert
Never driven a RZR? Here is exactly what to expect on your first Las Vegas RZR tour, from the controls to the trail, and how to feel confident within minutes.
Where to Ride ATVs Near Las Vegas: Sand Dunes, Trails, and Legal Spots
Where can you ride an ATV or dune buggy near Las Vegas? A guide to the desert trails, sand areas, the rules, and the easiest legal way to ride.
ATV Rentals vs Guided Tours in Las Vegas: Which Is the Better Deal?
Comparing ATV rentals and guided tours in Las Vegas? Here is what each really gives you, why cheaper upfront often is not, and how to get the best value.
Nelson Ghost Town History: The Real Story Behind Eldorado Canyon
Nelson Ghost Town is one of the oldest and most storied places in Southern Nevada, and it sits just about 45 minutes south of the Las Vegas Strip. Long before the neon and the casinos, this narrow slice of the Eldorado Mountains was a gold rush boomtown so lawless that the nearest sheriff would not…
Eldorado Canyon History: Gold, Outlaws, and the Nevada Frontier
Eldorado Canyon is one of the most historically rich corners of Southern Nevada, and most Las Vegas visitors have no idea it exists just about 45 minutes south of the Strip. This narrow canyon in the Eldorado Mountains was the site of one of the earliest and biggest gold strikes in Nevada history, a place…
What Actually Happens on an Awesome Adventures Tour: A Start to Finish Guide
You booked an ATV or RZR tour near Las Vegas, or you’re getting close to it. Either way, you want to know what the day actually looks like from the moment you arrive to the moment you head back to the Strip. This is that guide. And fair warning: it’s more than most people expect….
What to Wear (and Pack) for an ATV Tour in Las Vegas: Season-by-Season Guide
You booked (or are about to book) an ATV tour in Las Vegas and now the big question hits: What do I wear so I am comfortable, safe, and not miserable in every photo? An off-road tour near Las Vegas is not like walking through a casino. You are dealing with desert sun, dust, wind,…
Haunted Las Vegas Adventures: Ghost Towns, Gold Mines, and Desert Legends
Quick answer: The closest ghost town to Las Vegas is Nelson Ghost Town in Eldorado Canyon, about 45 minutes south of the Strip. Founded in 1861 as a gold mining town, it is now a preserved historic site you can explore on a guided ATV or RZR tour with Awesome Adventures. Ready to ride? See…
