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This post was originally published on this siteThe post Comfort Cuisine: Small-Town Eateries for Fueling Adventure appeared first on Travel Nevada. Whether you know them as cafés, diners, hash houses, or greasy spoons, rural restaurants are the oases of the highway. Yes, they provide essential, good-mood-food for road trippers, but that’s not the only reason they’re beloved. Diners are a universal part of American culture, and everything from the white mugs to the breakfast counter chatter is welcoming, no matter how far from home you are. As you make your way across the Silver State, keep these options in mind – your stomach and your spirit will thank you. Pack an appetite for the tasty offerings found at these restaurants Roadrunner CaféHistoric Silver CaféThe GriddleGema’s CaféGolden West Restaurant & CasinoDora’s Smokehouse and BBQWigwam Restaurant & Casino Roadrunner Café Dayton Museum Roadrunner Café Dayton Any journey across the Loneliest Road in America (Highway 50) deserves a plate of delicious Americana cuisine. With a wide menu featuring everything from chili and burgers to salads and fish and chips, your group is guaranteed to find something they love. After the meal, treat yourself to a stroll because the Café is next to some

This post was originally published on this siteThe post Finding Fall Colors in Northern Nevada appeared first on Travel Nevada. What do you get when you combine wide open spaces with stunning fall foliage? There’s no punchline, and it’s no joke that the Silver State has a plethora of colors to offer leaf-peepers. In fact, fall in the Great Basin just might surprise you. Discover some of the most spectacular places to soak in autumnal hues across northern Nevada. Fall in love with these vibrant destinations Oxbow Nature Study AreaWater Canyon Recreation AreaLamoille CanyonCopper BasinGreat Basin National Park Oxbow Nature Study Area Reno This riparian wilderness quietly tucked near downtown Reno is a fantastic way to spend as much time as you can spare along the Truckee River. Within minutes, you’ll be transported from an urban environment into a 22-acre conservation area featuring grasslands, cottonwood and willow trees, and all kinds of wildlife. Time your visit to Oxbow Nature Study Area to capture great fall color photos, plus enjoy miles of trails, tables, benches, and limited wheelchair access. A platform looks over the preserve, so climb up and you might catch sight of a hawk or two. P.S. Oxbow Nature