Cheap Things To Do in Elko, Nevada

Wild Horse State Recreation Area is located on the northeast shore of Wild Horse Reservoir. The 140 acre recreation area is an excellent focal point when visiting Wild Horse. Visitors to the area e... More on NevadaStateParks

Surrounded by Native American and federal lands, Wild Horse State Recreation Area serves two constituencies in this remote area of Cowboy Country. Many visitors planning to explore the nearby Jarbi... More on LLBean.com

This section of the Green River is popular with wildlife enthusiasts who enjoy the many species of birds and small mammals who make this area their home. Elk and mule deer frequent the area, and kokanee salmon and trout inhabit the ... More on recreation.gov

Several trails and campgrounds are offered in the Ruby Mountains Recreation Area, which is well-known for its array of flora. More on Discover America

Located in both Nevada and California, lies the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. It is the largest National Forest outside of Alaska, having a net acreage of approximately 3,855,960 acres. It oft... More on Epinions.com

This is fairly rugged DAY hiking, but any seasoned hiker will know what to do as far as carrying the 10 essentials plus plenty of water, hiking poles, sturdy boots, sunscreen, sun hat, insect repel... More on TripAdvisor

Wildhorse Reservoir is an important northeastern Nevada year-round fishery, which also offers excellent ice fishing in the winter (December through early March). Summers ... More on Epinions.com

Located in both Nevada and California, lies the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. It is the largest National Forest outside of Alaska, having a net acreage of approximately 3,855,960 acres. It often comes as a surprise when sagebrush-dominated ... More on Epinions.com

Immediately east of the splendid Ruby Mountains, along the Hastings Cutoff of the California National Historic Trail, thisreservoir remains accessible during winter months due to its close proximity to paved state Hwy. 228. Ice fishing ... More on Epinions.com

From Elko, travel approximately 65 miles over Harrison Pass (Ruby Mountains) on Highway 227/228 to Ruby Valley and the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Ruby Lake lies at an elevation of 6,000 feet in a closed basin. The Refuge ... More on AnglerWeb.com

The Owyhee River is a tributary of the Snake River located in northern Nevada, southwestern Idaho and southeastern Oregon in the United States. It is 280 miles (450 km) long. The river's drainage b... More on AnglerWeb.com

The South Fork Owyhee River flows north through the Owyhee desert, joining the river's East Fork in southwestern Idaho. River-running in rafts and kayaks through the steep-walled ... More on Epinions.com

Travel north from Elko 27 miles on State Route 225, turn onto State Route 226 and continue 38 miles to the end of the pavement, turn left at the âYâ on State Route 11, dirt road (follow the Wilson ... More on AnglerWeb.com

Rolling sagebrush surrounds this scenic area that lies near the base of the majestic Bull Run Mountains. The reservoir is apopular year-round fishery for rainbow and German brown trout. Large mouth... More on Epinions.com