Activities, Events and Recreation
An arrastra is a form of milling used to grind ore bearing rocks into a dust/powder for refining. The Granite Spring Arrastra, one of four known arrastras in Gold Butte. The area, while relatively safe to explore, be aware that there are many abandoned mines in the area and mines are extremely dangerous. Never enter […]
The Gold Butte National Monument was established in 2016 by setting aside 300,000 acres to preserve it from development while also protecting the rich history of Native Americans, ranching and the pioneer spirit. The area is designated for recreational activities but also serves to protect the unique mixture of fossil dinosaur tracks, geology and wild […]
Weiser Valley Bowl is part hiking trail and part off-road trail. Depending on your vehicle, you can make it farther on some roads then others. Even if unable to drive the entire section, parking the car and walking in is still a memorable trip. Weiser Bowl, aka “The Bowl,” is a bowl-shaped geological feature northeast […]
Tikaboo Peak is the unofficial name for a mountain in Lincoln County and is approximately 26 miles to the east of Area 51. It is the closest publicly accessible vantage point with a view of the area. Other areas (Freedom Ridge and White Sides) were closed to public access in 1995 because people were using […]
Lone Mountain is an isolated and rocky butte in Northwest Metro Las Vegas. It provides a variety of hiking trails of different trail classes including Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4. Depending on the route selected, trails can include segments of all three. Lone Mountain has two trail heads – East and West, both […]
In 1942, a plane carrying Carole Lombard – actress and wife of Clark Gable, crashed high on Mt. Potosi near Las Vegas. Over the years, this has become a favorite hiking destination of the curious, of Lombard or Gable enthusiasts, plane crash buffs and the adventurous hiking types. There are many routes to / from […]
Named “Best Place For Bird Watching” in Desert Companion’s 3rd Annual Best of the City Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve is home to thousands of migratory waterfowl as well as numerous resident desert birds. There are nine ponds available for birding, surrounded by both paved and soft surfaces. The paved path is approximately 3/4 of a […]
This is a group for anyone interested in spending time outdoors with horses and farm animals. Fun for ages 2 to adult. Looking forward to meeting others who love spending time with family, friends and horses. Does different activities around the Las Vegas area.
The Pahranagat Valley Wildlife refuge near Alamo offers wonderful trails to enjoy the lush landscape and wildlife that call the place home. Upper Lake Trail The three mile Upper Lake Trail encircles the lake and provides an excellent opportunity to see waterfowl throughout the year. Davenport Trail Running between the Upper Lake Trail and the […]
The Carson Rifle and Pistol Club is a non-profit, incorporated in Nevada. Our purpose is to promote social welfare and public safety, to educate and train citizens in the safe and efficient handling of small arms, to encourage organized small arms shooting programs for sporting purposes, and to encourage lawful ownership and proper use of […]