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    Nelson Ghost Town Wild West Guided Tour

    Explore gold-rush history, desert scenery, and Wild West movie sets

    4.9 stars• 206 reviews
    From$279incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 hours

    Includes

    Snacks, water, photos

    Highlights

    Explore Nevada gold-rush history, movie-set scenery, and desert landscapes at Nelson Ghost Town. Choose an adventure with hiking, mine exploration, or a private customizable route.
    • Explore weathered buildings, antique vehicles, mining relics, and movie props
    • Discover stories of outlaws, fortune seekers, hidden gold veins, and desert survival
    • Hike to Colorado River overlooks on tours that include scenic hiking
    • Descend into the historic Techatticup Mine with the Gold Mine Tour upgrade
    • Kayak the Colorado River and explore Arizona slot canyons on select private tours
    • Customize private experiences around photography, hiking, storytelling, or sunset exploration

    Know before you go

    • Minors under 18 must be accompanied by one adult for the entire group
    • Not suggested during a high-risk pregnancy
    • Plan for travel time, as the experience is about 20–30 minutes from Las Vegas

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No refund for no-shows.

    FAQs

    Minors under 18 must be accompanied by one adult for the entire group.

    This experience is not suggested during a high-risk pregnancy.

    Private tours can be customized around your group’s energy and goals, including photography, hiking, storytelling, sunset exploration, or relaxing in the Mojave Desert.

    Meeting details

    Nelson Ghost Town

    Experience provided by Adventure Child
    Experience provided by Adventure Child

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    1 Person - Nelson Ghost Town Tour

    $279.09

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    1 Person - Nelson Ghost Town Tour (Upgrade)

    $380.89

    Includes the Gold Mine Tour, and 100 Pics

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    2 to 10 Guests - Private Group

    $1,651.65

    Includes Kayaking on the river

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    2 to 10 Guests - Private Eldorado Canyon Gold Rush

    $1,651.65

    No kayaking - Gold Mining Focus

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    2 to 5 Guests - Private VIP Kayaking

    $2,159.49

    Private and Customizable Kayaking - Ghost Town and Gold Mine Tour

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    206 reviews•Google Maps
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    Guides like Shawn, Cameron, Luke, and Dylan are clearly the heart of this operation, and reviewers can't stop talking about them. The full-day, 12-mile kayak from Hoover Dam to Willow Beach is the standout experience, taking guests through hidden hot springs, slot canyons, caves, waterfalls, and wildlife sightings along the Colorado River. Guides consistently go above and beyond, towing tired kids when winds pick up, sharing hundreds of photos afterward, and packing lunches and snacks for the longer trips. A few things worth knowing before you book: this is genuinely physical. Paddling 12 miles into headwinds is no joke, and the hikes to some hot springs involve slippery rocks and real climbing. Most reviewers say the effort is absolutely worth it, but if you're not a strong paddler, the half-day option might be the smarter starting point. Wildlife, stunning canyon views, and the kind of hidden spots you'd never find on your own make this a hard experience to top. If you're drawn to outdoor adventure around Las Vegas, this is one of the more memorable ways to spend a day.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Cameron from Adventure Child was amazing! We did the Sunset & Stargazing Kayak tour. This tour includes a stop at the Emerald Cave to see it all lit up with a green glow from the light reflection. We went on a day that was windy but Cameron was able to guide us through it. His passion for geology and history came through and we learned about rock formations and the history of the area. He provides plenty of water and an assortment of food courses. We got fruits (grapes, nectarines, apples), salad, corn on the cob (with flaming hot cheetos - Mexican style), turkey hot dogs (he’s able to accommodate if you’re vegetarian or vegan), and s’mores! Oh and can’t forget about the drinks. We spent about 2-3 hours at the campground enjoying some stories under the bright strawberry moon lighting up our night. Or else it would have been super dark! We saw so many stars and enjoyed the stillness of the water and the sounds of nature. The kayaking back was so peaceful and smooth. There something so eerily beautiful about kayaking in the dark. Overall, would highly recommend this tour to everyone! Oh also - he takes videos and pictures of you and send them over! So you will always have memories!

    Photo of Judith Newcomer

    Judith Newcomer

    June 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Cameron from Adventure Child was amazing! We did the Sunset & Stargazing Kayak tour. This tour includes a stop at the Emerald Cave to see it all lit up with a green glow from the light reflection. We went on a day that was windy but Cameron was able to guide us through it. His passion for geology and history came through and we learned about rock formations and the history of the area. He provides plenty of water and an assortment of food courses. We got fruits (grapes, nectarines, apples), salad, corn on the cob (with flaming hot cheetos - Mexican style), turkey hot dogs (he’s able to accommodate if you’re vegetarian or vegan), and s’mores! Oh and can’t forget about the drinks. We spent about 2-3 hours at the campground enjoying some stories under the bright strawberry moon lighting up our night. Or else it would have been super dark! We saw so many stars and enjoyed the stillness of the water and the sounds of nature. The kayaking back was so peaceful and smooth. There something so eerily beautiful about kayaking in the dark. Overall, would highly recommend this tour to everyone! Oh also - he takes videos and pictures of you and send them over! So you will always have memories!

    Photo of Judith Newcomer

    Judith Newcomer

    June 29, 2026

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