Category: Hiking

Hiking Caliente

Trails within Caliente and surrounding state parks offer Lincoln County visitors an expanse of hiking options. Rattlesnake Loop Trail Overlook Trial Experienced hikers may explore Kershaw-Ryan State Park’s back country above Rainbow Canyon via the 1.5-mile Overlook Trail. During the summer hikers should be alert for rattlesnakes, particularly along the trails and in the cool […]

Hiking Pahranagat

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 […]

Springs Preserve

The Springs Preserve is the premier place in Las Vegas to explore the valley’s vibrant history through interactive science and nature exhibits, botanical gardens, hiking, trails, and live animal shows. There are numerous annual events for holidays such as Thanskgiving, Christmas and July 4. Check website for information on changing exhibits and events. The Nevada […]

Death Valley Stovepipe Wells Village

Have a burning desire for adventure? Looking for the experience of a lifetime? Then, you’ve come to the right place. Stovepipe Wells Village hotels, located right in Death Valley National Park is the ultimate destination for adventure travelers. Authentically western, rustic yet comfortable, Stovepipe Wells Village, with its unique hotel, Death Valley restaurant and Western […]

Death Valley National Park (California)

Hottest, Driest, and Lowest National Park In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Lush oases harbor tiny fish and refuge for wildlife and humans. […]

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

America’s Most Diverse National Recreation Area Boat, hike, cycle, camp and fish at America’s most diverse national recreation area. With striking landscapes and brilliant blue waters, this year-round playground spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast lakes. See the Hoover Dam from the waters of Lake Mead or Lake Mohave, […]

Around the Bend Friends Hiking Club of Las Vegas

As a hiking club based in Las Vegas, Nevada, we are a group of young-at-heart people age 50 and over who participate in outdoor activities. We welcome adult guests from anywhere in the world. Lots of hikes, see website for list as it changes constantly. Hikes Start at: Red Rock Canyon Mount Charleston Lake Mead […]

Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge

Sheldon Refuge is open year-round for wildlife observation, photography, and fishing and during designated seasons for hunting. There are no entrance fees for visiting the refuge, but there are camping and driving restrictions. A variety of activities such as overnight camping, motorized travel, and horseback riding are allowed, but all recreation activities here are regulated […]