H IT TH E R OAD There’s a lot more to Las Vegas than the world-famous Strip. Discover exciting destinations and outdoor adventures just minutes away. SUMMERLIN 30 minutes west Mingle with locals and take advantage of year-round golfing, spas and shopping. Find unique labels at Tivoli Village ’s local boutiques or big-name brands at Downtown Summerlin ’s shops. Book a massage at Spa Aquae inside JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa . Nearby, see brilliant red rock formations at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area , and then kick back and relax at one of the many restaurants and lounges at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa . NORTH LAS VEGAS 30 minutes north Hear racecars roar past you at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway , home to NASCAR and NHRA races. Or, drive around the track yourself in an exotic supercar with Dream Racing . Afterward, enjoy authentic pizza (made with flour imported from Italy) at Contento Pizzeria & Bar at Jerry’s Nugget Casino. Then, find luxurious lodging with plush amenities at Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa , Santa Fe Station Hotel Casino or Texas Station Gambling Hall & Hotel . Beyond LAKE LAS VEGAS 35 minutes east Play a round of golf at the Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Reflection Bay Golf Club , or unwind with a massage at Spa Ravella at Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa . At night, watch a weekend “dive in” movie at Nuala Pool at The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa . BOULDER CITY 40 minutes southeast Take a guided tour of Hoover Dam for a behind-the-scenes look at an engineering marvel, or get a view from above with Sundance Helicopters . Then stop by Wildfire Gaming for microbrews and gourmet global cuisine at Barley’s Casino & Brewing Co. MOUNT CHARLESTON 50 minutes northwest Take your pick from 51 miles of hiking trails throughout the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area , and then refuel with a hearty steak dinner at A Cut Above at The Resort on Mount Charleston . MESQUITE 80 minutes northeast Enjoy an array of activities at this outdoor adventure destination; mountain biking, hiking, golfing, ATVs—it’s all here. Set up home base at the CasaBlanca Hotel, Casino, Golf & Spa or Eureka Casino Resort . Sundance Helicopters the Strip Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Hilton Lake Las Vegas 28 VisitLasVegas.com PHOTOS COURTESY OF: (FROM TOP) GETTY IMAGES/MARGARETW; HILTON LAKE LAS VEGAS; SUNDANCE HELICOPTERS
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