Pioche

If there is one town that perfectly represents Nevada's eccentric charm, it is the small town of Pioche on the state's eastern border. If you haven't visited this quirky little town yet, you should do so right away. Pioche, 180 miles from Las Vegas, has a completely different vibe than Nevada's most well-known city. You'll find the quaint community perched on the side of a mountain in the high desert, and you'll fall in love with what you discover. Pioche is all about Old West charm. In fact, it appears that little has changed in this town in the last century or so. Many of its historic structures were built in the nineteenth century.

Pioche's remote location has kept the tiny town from becoming a tourist trap over the years. There is, however, plenty to see and do in this unique part of Nevada. First and foremost, there are numerous colorful historical sites worth visiting. You should visit the Million Dollar Courthouse, the Thompson Opera House, and the Pioche Town Museum. Recreation, on the other hand, is surprisingly abundant. There is a 9-hole golf course in town, as well as a lovely town park and plenty of picnic areas. You might even enjoy exploring the outskirts of town, where old mining equipment still stands.