Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge


A bird-watcher's delight, northeast of Fallon off Stillwater Rd (NV Hwy 166), Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge is a haven for over 280 species of birds, at their most active in mid-May. Free primitive campsites are available.


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1. Grimes Point Archaeological Area

12.43 MILES

About 10 miles east of Fallon, you can walk a ¾-mile trail past rock carvings (petroglyphs) dating as far back as 9000 years. Need more archaeological…

2. Churchill County Museum & Archives

15.32 MILES

Besides the usual pioneer relics, this museum and local county archives also displays an interesting replica of a Paiute hut and sponsors twice-monthly…

3. Sand Mountain Recreation Area

17.8 MILES

About 25 miles southeast of Fallon off Hwy 50 you'll come across Sand Mountain, a 600ft-tall sand dune that 'sings,' occasionally producing a low-pitched…

4. Lovelock Cave

28.43 MILES

Just under 20 miles south of town, this sizable cave was used from 2600 BCE by native peoples to store food and seasonal equipment. It was 'discovered' in…