Don't forget to try the 1.75 mile bike path along the Virgin River. Something tells us it is not all happening at the zoo. Wildlife viewing in the Everglades is unparalleled. Birdwatchers will spot more than 200 species of birds in the winter, including egrets, storks, roseate spoonbills and an occasional bald eagle. The best places to see the birds are at ponds, particularly in the dry winter months.
Observers can spot alligators, snakes, turtles and the occasional otter.
Hiking explorers' trails in Death Valley National Park With the ruts from wagons still visible, today's guests can follow the trails made by explorers searching for a shortcut to gold in the 1840s. Breathtaking scenery surrounds hikers as they travel to the Harmony Borax Works, Golden Canyon, Mosaic Canyon and sand dunes. Experiencing history at Mount Rushmore National Memorial You can go to Las Vegas and see a replica of Mount Rushmore. Or you can go to Mount Rushmore and view the real thing along with the artist's original models as well as actual tools. Film footage and interpretive displays make this a must-see destination.