{"id":11003,"date":"2026-04-17T15:58:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T15:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=11003"},"modified":"2026-04-17T15:58:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T15:58:52","slug":"alex-honnold-looking-for-rocks-instead-of-climbing-them-see-why","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wildgreenquest.com\/?p=11003","title":{"rendered":"Alex Honnold Looking for Rocks Instead of Climbing Them? See Why."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"justify-start\">\n<nav class=\"align-left col-span-full mb-base\" data-pom-e2e-test-id=\"breadcrumbs\"\/>\n<p>Alex takes on a serious hike and a search for turquoise in this installment of his new travel show<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/p>\n<p class=\"fp-leadCaption py-tight text-left font-utility text-utility3-size leading-utility3-line-height text-secondary\">Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold, Episode 3.<!-- --> (Photo: Morahan Visuals)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>Updated April 17, 2026 09:33AM<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Nevada is a land of contrasts\u2014open desert and verdant mountain ranges arranged in a hopscotch of vast and varied terrain. It\u2019s a unique place, and naturally, it draws some unique people. In his new five-part video series, \u201cGet a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,\u201d the world-class climber embarks on a mission to get to know the people and places of his home state. From towering mountains to terrifying motels, and a detour to find a turquoise gem for his wife, Alex\u2019s adventures in Episode 3 are as diverse as the state. Here\u2019s how to follow in his footsteps.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Mt. Jefferson<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you were expecting dusty deserts, you\u2019re in for a surprise with <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2306916&amp;s=2306912\">Mt. Jefferson<\/a>. On the 13-mile ascent to its nearly 12,000-foot South Summit, you\u2019ll wander through wildflower meadows, aspen groves, and more than a dozen creek crossings. You may not see another hiker in this remote region, but you\u2019ll have plenty of company: The Alta Toquima Wilderness is home to thriving populations of bighorn sheep, grouse, and chukar partridges.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2734755\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Alex and Tommy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2734755\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_2-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_2-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Honnold and Tommy Caldwell hiking at Mt. Jefferson.<\/span> (Photo: JJ Kelley)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Mizpah Hotel<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>At the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2306918&amp;s=2306912\">Mizpah Hotel,<\/a> every room might be a shared room. Voted the #1 Haunted Hotel in the country by <i>USA Today<\/i>, this historic hotel has apparently picked up a few permanent guests since opening in 1907. Skeptics will enjoy the old-timey elegance mixed with modern comforts, while paranormal enthusiasts can book special packages with ghost tours and EMF readers. You can also meet Nevada\u2019s most famous ghost with a stay in the Lady in Red Room.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2734754\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mizpah\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2734754\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_1-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_1-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Honnold at the Mizpah Hotel.<\/span> (Photo: Morahan Visuals)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>Otteson Brothers Mining Tour<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Plenty of people leave the Southwest U.S. with a bit of turquoise, but not many of them mine it themselves. In Tonopah, Nevada, you can do just that with an <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2306931&amp;s=2306912\">Otteson Brothers Mining Tour<\/a>. These titans of turquoise know just where to look, and any pieces you dig up are yours to keep. Expect to drive yourself down dusty backroads, get a little dirty, and learn about the geologic forces that have created this one-of-a-kind gem.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2734757\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mining\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2734757\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_4-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_4-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Honnold looking for rocks on the Otteson Brothers Mining Tour.<\/span> (Photo: Morahan Visuals)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><b>The Clown Motel<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>For some, a clown-themed motel next to a miners\u2019 graveyard sounds like the opening scene in a scary movie. But it\u2019s all real, and there\u2019s nowhere like <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2306933&amp;s=2306912\">The Clown Motel<\/a>. Home to roughly 6,000 clown figurines, it\u2019s a popular stopover for everyone from paranormal enthusiasts to movie crews. Official brochures invite guests to \u201clet fear run down your spine.\u201d If you stay the night here, maybe don\u2019t plan an early hike\u2014you won\u2019t be sleeping.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2734756\" class=\"pom-image-wrap photo-alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Clown motel\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2734756\" style=\"color:transparent\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_3-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover 1x\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.outsideonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GALOT_Teaser-3_inline_3-scaled.jpg?width=3840&amp;auto=webp&amp;quality=75&amp;fit=cover\"\/><figcaption class=\"pom-caption\"><span class=\"article__caption\">Honnold at The Clown Motel.<\/span> (Photo: Morahan Visuals)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<hr\/>\n<p><em>The heart of Nevada shines through Travel Nevada, an organization that shares the experiences, landscapes, and living legends that make the Silver State a one-of-a-kind destination. Through community collaborations, we connect with locals and visitors, showcasing the sometimes-surprising, always-exciting treasures that keep people coming back. Discover more at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text-brand-primary underline hover:text-brand-primary\/85 break-words overflow-wrap-anywhere underline-offset-[3px]\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" data-afl-p=\"2\" href=\"https:\/\/sr.studiostack.com\/c\/link?l=2306937&amp;s=2306912\">travelnevada.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outsideonline.com\/adventure-travel\/destinations\/north-america\/alex-honnold-looking-for-rocks-instead-of-climbing-them-see-why\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alex takes on a serious hike and a search for turquoise in this installment of his new travel show Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold, Episode 3. 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