Attractions
Everything you want or need is right here in Winnemucca
Johnny Cash loved Winnemucca… You will too! Listen to Johnny’s great song while you read about all the other exciting things to do…
Johnny Cash loved Winnemucca… You will too! Listen to Johnny’s great song while you read about all the other exciting things to do…
Mine your own opals in Nevada’s opal-rich desert landscape, May 15 – Oct. 15. If you are lucky enough to find one of these unique and valuable gems, it’s yours to keep.
Rising almost 2,000 feet above the town of Winnemucca, secluded Water Canyon is one of the premier recreation areas in Northern Nevada and offers a rugged, picturesque setting along the canyon’s upper reaches and a lush area of cottonwood and aspen trees along the stream at the canyon bottom. Water Canyon offers sites for overnight camping, picnics, hiking, biking, and even limited ATV use, plus campfire rings, grills, trails, shelters, and information kiosks. FREE!
Plus, the Lore of the Lovelock Cave – the alleged home of the ‘Red Head Giants’, as well as antique cars, period clothing, and artifacts from Winnemucca history.
Everything adults like under one roof, including 24-hour casino, sports bar and restaurant. Enjoy the best fresh salad bar, seafood specials, and five HD TVs.
A municipal golf course in the heart of Winnemucca, offering a 9-hole course governed by USGA rules and a full-service clubhouse.
The area’s only ski resort, located in nearby Elko, is a great place for kids to learn to ski. SnoBowl features chairlifts, snack shop, and challenging runs for expert skiers too.