United States: Nevada Books and Travel Guides

Bet on It! : The Ultimate Guide to Nevada Terrific outdoor recreation, exciting nightlife, gourmet dining, and, of course, a chance to hit the jackpot in a casino is the winning combination that lures millions of travelers to Nevada every year. This unique guide discusses everything you need to know for an unforgettable visit. Whether you're a big-money blackjack player or a golfer content with a 5-cent slot machine, BET ON IT! is an essential guide. Click Here for More Info

Hot Showers, Soft Beds, and Dayhikes in the Sierra : Walks and Strolls Near Lodgings A guide to the lodges, hotels, and resorts in the small communities and remote regions of California's Sierra Nevada, with detailed information on 120 dayhikes that are close to these lodgings. The book is divided into nine geographical regions along major access roads and includes maps and b&w photos. Click Here for More Info

Las Vegas : The Best of Glitter City : An Impertinent Insider's Guide An irreverent but whimsical book of lists showcasing the best--and most--Las Vegas has to offer. Whether pointing out the Ten Cheapest Places to Gamble, the Ten Best Overlooked Attractions, or Ten Best Watering Holes, Don and Betty Martin offer hundreds of reasons why Las Vegas is one of the most-visited cities in the world. 10 photos. 15 illustrations. Click Here for More Info

Nevada : Off the Beaten Path For travelers looking to avoid crowd, this guide will help them discover the unique "must-see" attractions of the Silver State. Go beyond the usual tourist attractions to discover such hidden treasures as the Western Folklore Center, the Desert Well Station Historic Marker, or Great Stone Mother. Whatever you do when you get to Nevada, get off the interstate-and take this book with you! Click Here for More Info

Nevada Handbook Not only does this book contain an immense amount of information about the gorgeous and fascinating state of Nevada---but it is all presented in a personable, idiosyncratic, witty and winning style. As with most guidebooks, you'll probably be interested in reading only those sections relevant to a planned trip. But the book is so informative and fun, you might find yourself---as I did---reading sections about areas in Nevada you have no plans to visit. Click Here for More Info

Nevada Wilderness Areas and Great Basin National Park : A Hiking and Backpacking Guide Most people think of Nevada as wide-open, sagebrush-filled desert. However, straddling the upper reaches of some of the linear mountain ranges parading across the Great Basin are some of the most pristine mountainous areas in the west. Alpine lakes, wildflower-laden meadows, and even forests are here in abundance. If you are a backpacker, hiker or equestrian searching for expansive vistas, clear air and solitude, look no further than the wilderness areas of Nevada and Great Basin National Park. Click Here for More Info

The Real Las Vegas : Life Beyond the Strip This collection of investigative essays, edited by David Littlejohn, attempts to "peel off the Strip" in order to uncover the Vegas behind the neon: seniors crowding into colossal bingo halls, teenagers "tweaking" on speed, and brothel workers commuting to their jobs in the outlying town of Pahrump. Click Here for More Info

Tahoe : The Complete Guide to Year-Round Recreation, Lodging, and Dining in the Greater Lake Tahoe Region This lenghty volume covers all the options at Tahoe, from gambling to hiking, skiing to boating. Includes coverage of much of the surrounding area. Click Here for More Info

The Tahoe Sierra : A Natural History Guide to 112 Hikes in the Northern Sierra The fourth edition of this book is a vast improvement on the initial release (3 editions ago). If you are looking for a complete trail guide to the Tahoe Basin, this is the one you want. Click Here for More Info

The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas 1999 This unofficial guide allows travelers the opportunity not to gamble with a vacation, providing them with many tips on the sights of Las Vegas. Click Here for More Info

What Shall We Do Tomorrow at Lake Tahoe 1998-99 : A Complete Activities Guide for Lake Tahoe, Truckee and Carson Pass It has everything you need to know for a weekend or a week at the Lake of the Sky and in the surrounding Sierra Nevada. Read about sixty restaurants and every one of the lakes thirty beaches. Find hikes to take, where to rent bikes and where to take a fly-fishing class. Every entry has detailed directions or addresses and telephone numbers. Click Here for More Info