Activities, Events and Recreation
Amargosa Dunes aka Big Dune Amargosa or Big Dune is a playground that covers about five square miles of dunes and dips, and its centerpiece is a peak that tops out at 500 feet. These hills, about 100 miles northwest of Las Vegas, are a well-kept secret and mostly used by locals, but expect to […]
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 […]
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 […]
We are a family owned and operated motel, campground, restaurant and gas station inside Death Valley National Park. Panamint Springs Resort sits on Hwy 190 about 32 miles west of Stovepipe Wells in the Panamint Valley. We are the choice for Death Valley National Park visitors looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of the […]
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. […]
In the shadow of 13,063-foot Wheeler Peak, 5,000 year old bristlecone pine trees grow on rocky glacial moraines. Come to Great Basin National Park to experience the solitude of the desert, the smell of sagebrush after a thunderstorm, the darkest of night skies, and the beauty of Lehman Caves. Far from a wasteland, the Great […]
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, […]
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 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 […]
Fallon National Wildlife Refuge provides limited recreation opportunities to visitors who enjoy getting away from it all. But a trip to Fallon NWR is not for the casual visitor – it takes a lot of planning and awareness to enjoy viewing the unique landscape and diverse wildlife found here. Regulation of recreation activities allows for […]