Amargosa Valley, Nevada: Big Bovine of the Desert
Large fiberglass cow, which you wouldn't expect to see in the desert unless there's a casino involved -- which there is. High "steaks" poker, anyone?
Longstreet Inn and Casino
- Address:
- 4400 South Hwy 373, Amargosa Valley, NV
- Directions:
- Highway 373 Nevada (just across California border and start of CA Hwy 127) next to Longstreet Inn and Casino and RV resort.
- Admission:
- Free.
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I was told by the manager of the Amargosa Hotel that this was built after a real cow named Herman (I think she said Herman), who lived in their petting zoo nearby. When he died, they built this as a tribute to his memory. Maybe it's a desert tale, but as good as any! Go ahead and gas up and check out the petting zoo near the front of the casino. Right now there's a water buffalo!
[Sanbotical, 12/08/2021]She's standing there in total bovine indifference. And she's looking great! Super photo op, especially with the windmill next to her.
[Casaflamingo. (Tim O'Brien), 03/31/2017]
The Big Bovine is next to a casino on Nevada 373, not far from the state line with California.
[Marie J., 02/24/2015]
Large cow as you cross from CA into NV on hwy 373 next to a casino (Longstreet Inn and Casino). The cross street is Nye Rd.
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