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Mychelle Blake

Mychelle Blake is a Las Vegas-based freelance writer, website designer, and social media consultant who covers Nevada and the Southwest for Only In Your State. A longtime Las Vegas resident, Mychelle writes about the Silver State with the knowing perspective of someone who has made peace with the desert heat and discovered everything worth loving about Nevada beyond the Strip.

Stays
Hotels & Resorts

The Scariest Hotel In America Is Right Here In Nevada

Tonopah's Clown Motel is a creepy, clown-themed motel known for its unsettling decor and proximity to an old cemetery.

by Mychelle Blake
on May 16
Sign for Clown Motel featuring a colorful clown graphic, with details about room rates and amenities.
Trips & Routes

Here’s The Perfect Weekend Itinerary If You Love Exploring Nevada’s Waterfalls

by Mychelle Blake
on Feb 3
Map showing a road trip route for exploring waterfalls in Nevada, with key locations and a water droplet graphic.
State Pride
History

Step Inside The Abandoned Nevada Town That Survived The Atomic Era

The Nevada Test Site, a significant Cold War nuclear testing location, is now a monitored and partially accessible historical site.

by Mychelle Blake
on Sep 25
Aerial view of a vast, barren landscape with numerous circular depressions and sparse vegetation.
Stays

These Cozy Cabins Are Everything You Need For The Ultimate Fall Getaway In Nevada

Discover some of the best cabin rentals in Nevada for a perfect winter getaway.

by Mychelle Blake
on Nov 14
A scenic view of a valley with rolling green hills, a small house, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Experiences
Activities

Visit These 7 Ice Skating Rinks In Nevada For Some Magical Winter Fun

Discover seven indoor and outdoor ice skating rinks in Nevada for family-friendly winter fun.

by Mychelle Blake
on Nov 12
A lively outdoor ice skating rink with a decorated Christmas tree and mountains in the background, filled with skaters.
Nature
Mountains

Most People Don’t Know Nevada’s Christmas Tree Pass Even Exists

Christmas Tree Pass in southern Nevada offers a scenic drive with views of the Colorado River, Mojave Desert, and Native American petroglyphs.

by Mychelle Blake
on Oct 20
A rocky landscape with desert vegetation under a cloudy sky, featuring rugged mountains in the background.
Experiences
Events

9 Christmas Light Displays In Nevada That Are Pure Magic

Discover seven spectacular Christmas lights displays in Nevada, perfect for holiday cheer and family fun.

by Mychelle Blake
on Oct 15
A brightly lit house decorated with colorful holiday lights and festive decorations, set against a dark evening sky.
Trips & Routes
Road Trips

The Christmas Lights Road Trip Through Nevada That’s Nothing Short Of Magical

Explore Nevada's best holiday light displays on a festive road trip from north to south.

by Mychelle Blake
on Oct 17
A festive map showing Santa on a sleigh with reindeer, surrounded by Christmas trees and snowmen.
Trips & Routes
Small Towns

7 Small Towns In Rural Nevada That Are Downright Delightful

Nevada's small towns offer rich history and outdoor recreational opportunities, making them ideal for living, visiting, or traveling.

by Mychelle Blake
on Sep 16
A casino sign stands in the foreground with mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
Experiences

Here’s The City That Was Just Named Nevada’s Safest

Mesquite, Nevada is a safe city known for its golf courses, outdoor activities, and casinos.

by Mychelle Blake
on Aug 10
A memorial with flags honoring those who served, set against a clear blue sky and a building in the background.