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Goldwell Open Air Museum showing desert views and outdoor art
Goldwell Open Air Museum which includes heritage elements
Goldwell Open Air Museum which includes desert views and outdoor art
Goldwell Open Air Museum which includes tranquil scenes and desert views
Goldwell Open Air Museum featuring tranquil scenes, desert views and signage

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What to do in Rhyolite

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Rhyolite Ghost Town

Rhyolite Ghost Town

Visit a once thriving and prosperous gold mining town, which today rests in ghostly ruins on the edge of Death Valley’s wild desert.

Rhyolite Ghost Town
Goldwell Open Air Museum showing desert views

Goldwell Open Air Museum

Experience the Nevada desert through the eyes of acclaimed artists at this mysterious open-air museum, where giant sculptures populate an eerily empty landscape.

Goldwell Open Air Museum

Death Valley Nut and Candy Company

Enjoy an outing to Death Valley Nut and Candy Company during your stay in Beatty. Discover the area's desert landscape and countryside.

Death Valley Nut and Candy Company

Beatty Museum and Historical Society

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Beatty Museum and Historical Society during your travels in Beatty. Discover the area's desert landscape and countryside.

Beatty Museum and Historical Society

Beatty Community Center

Beatty Community Center is just one of the places to see in Beatty, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's desert landscape and casinos.

Beatty Community Center

Cottonwood Park

Explore the great outdoors at Cottonwood Park, a lovely green space in Beatty. Discover the area's desert landscape and countryside.

Cottonwood Park

Frequently asked questions

Is Rhyolite worth visiting?
From retail therapy to outdoor activities and history, there are plenty of great things to do in Rhyolite. Make sure to enjoy the area's mix of awesome sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Rhyolite?
After you've checked off top attractions like Beatty Museum and Historical Society and Rhyolite Ghost Town, spend some time discovering Rhyolite's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Rhyolite?
The top tourist attraction in Rhyolite is Rhyolite Ghost Town, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Rhyolite?
You can easily tick off popular attractions like Rhyolite Ghost Town, Beatty Museum and Historical Society and Death Valley Nut and Candy Company with a three-day stay in Rhyolite. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a bit longer and check out Furnace Creek.
What are some activities to do in Rhyolite with kids?
Planning what to do in Rhyolite with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have little ones or teenagers, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions to keep them busy here.
What to do in Rhyolite for adults?
Adults of all ages will find lots of things to do in Rhyolite. Whether you're into art, history, adventure or just love discovering new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Rhyolite?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Rhyolite is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other top attractions you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Beatty Museum and Historical Society is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.