Think you’ve seen and done everything in Nevada? Well, it turns out there are a lot of fun and unique things to do in Nevada. The Silver State is full of so much to do: world-class hiking and rock climbing, Lakes Mead and Tahoe, summer sports, winter sports, fine dining, entertainment, exploring ghost towns, and so much more. However, here are 13 unique things to do just when you thought you’ve done it all. From exploring natural wonders to fun activities around Las Vegas and even downright crazy stuff to do in Vegas, this list has a little something for everyone. Ready to get started? Adventure awaits!

1. Dig a hole.
Dig This, 800 W Roban Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89044, USA
Dig This/Facebook
At Dig This, you can learn how to drive bulldozers, excavators, and other heavy equipment in a huge five-acre sandbox in, where else, Las Vegas. To see a little bit of Dig This in action, check out the brief video below:

2. Hunt for ghosts.
Washoe Club Museum & Saloon, 112 S C St, Virginia City, NV 89440, USA
Kent Buckingham/Flickr
At Virginia City's Old Washoe Club, you can spend the night locked in a haunted building. Happy hunting!
3. Take out your frustrations.
Axe Monkeys/Facebook
Editor's note: Unfortunately, this business has permanently closed. 

Axe Monkeys is a unique range where you are taught to toss a variety of objects: axes, knives, and the like. Oh, and there's a smash room that is perfect stress relief. Axe Monkeys is located at 3525 E. Post Road in Las Vegas.
4. Watch wild horses roam.
Virginia Range, Nevada 89434, USA
James Marvin Phelps/Flickr
Nevada is known for its huge wild horse population across the state. There are numerous areas where you can watch these majestic creatures run wild. However, for a truly stunning location, check out the Virginia Range. Take a closer look at these beautiful horses when you watch the video below:

5. Take a walk in the forest...of cars.
The International Car Forest, 1111 East, Crystal Ave, Goldfield, NV 89013, USA
Marc Cooper/Flickr
Located near the ghost town of Goldfield is a truly unique attraction. The International Car Forest of the Last Church is an eclectic mix of graffiti-covered vehicles but is really quite awesome. Check out this surreal art installation when you watch the video below:

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6. Dine in the dark.
BLACKOUT Dining in the Dark, 3871 S Valley View Blvd Ste 8, Las Vegas, NV 89103, USA
Blackout Dining in the Dark/Facebook
Looking for crazy things to do in Vegas? How about dining in the dark? BLACKOUT Dining in the Dark is one of Las Vegas' quirkiest restaurants that lets you navigate your vegetarian meal in pitch-black darkness. And yes, you get an apron.
7. Zip down a mountain.
Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon, 1644 Boulder City Pkwy, Boulder City, NV 89005, USA
Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon/Facebook
Please note that this business may be open seasonally, so be sure to call (702) 293-6885 before planning your trip!

Boulder City's Flightlinez Bootleg Zipline Tour will have you swooshing down four different zip lines for a four-hour, 1.5-mile adventure. Enjoy birds-eye views of Eldorado Canyon, Lake Mead, and Las Vegas. You can also zip along downtown Las Vegas' Fremont Street.
8. Hunt for precious stones.
Garnet Hill, Nevada 89301, USA
Dave Thomas/Flickr
At Ely's Garnet Hill, you can hunt for gorgeous dark garnets.
9. Go to jail...for a delightful dinner.
Cellblock Steakhouse, 211 5th St, Ely, NV 89301, USA
Travel Nevada/Flickr
Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at Ely's Cell Block Steak House.
10. Go glamping...in a tipi.
Mustang Monument Eco Resort & Preserve, HC60 Box 300, Wells, NV 89835, USA
Mustang Monument: Wild Horse Eco Resort/Facebook
Located in Wells, Mustang Monument is a unique luxury wilderness safari adventure. Spend the night in gorgeous tipis at this sustainable and secluded glampground, enjoy the breathtaking scenery, see wild horses up close and personal, and so much more. (Available in the summer only.)
11. Experience world-class stargazing in the darkest town in America.
Gerlach, NV 89412, USA
NessieNoodle/Flickr
Load up the telescope, blankets, and snacks and head over to Gerlach; the darkest town in America. You will be amazed at the crystal-clear views of the Milky Way.

So, how many of these 13 activities have you participated in? Can you think of other uncommon and unusual recommendations for those who think they’ve seen and done it all? Please comment below.

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