The Northwest region of the Las Vegas Valley is thriving, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. Its parks, hiking trails and community centers make it the ideal location for active-minded outdoor enthusiasts.
A few of the region’s top choices include:
Parks
Lone Mountain Park is the second-largest park in the region. It offers tennis, volleyball, basketball courts, softball fields and a disc golf course. Located on North Jensen and Helena, it is a prime destination for horse lovers with an equestrian center that offers a covered arena and two riding pens. The park also caters to man’s best friend with distinct dog parks for small and large dogs. These off-leash areas feature dog toys, drinking stations and covered areas for owners.
Lone Mountain Regional Park, 9825 W. Lone Mountain Rd, is an incredible destination for walkers and runners. Spanning 32.7 acres, the park has a network of maintained trails set against the desert landscape. A 0.6-mile trail is available for beginners or brisk walkers. Additionally, there are longer routes for runners or walkers who want to be challenged.
Mountain Crest Park, 4701 N. Durango, is one of the best frisbee golf parks in the area. It also has playgrounds, splash pads, basketball courts, horseshoes, hiking trails, and sand volleyball courts. Mountain Crest Recreation Center, located within the park, offers classes and activities.
The 170-acre Craig Ranch Regional Park is located at 628 W. Craig Road. It features a 65,000-square-foot skate park, three dog parks, two lighted baseball fields, six tennis courts, four volleyball and two basketball courts, community gardens, eight reservable ramadas and expansive open space.
Centered on Tule Springs, Floyd Lamb Park covers 2,040 acres. Located approximately 20 miles from the Strip off US Highway 95, just north of Ann Road, the desert oasis is home to peacocks, ducks, and geese. It has four public ponds for fishing, picnic areas, barbecues, walking paths, volleyball courts and horseshoe pits.
Majestic Park, 9902 W. Gowan Road, offers a range of recreational amenities, including softball fields, picnic areas, playgrounds, and open space. Majestic Park Softball Complex, located on the southeast corner of Alexander Road and Hualapai Way, is a sports and recreational facility with 2.1 million square feet of outdoor recreation space. It has twelve softball fields with dugouts, bullpens and sun-shaded bleachers.
Cliff Shadows Open Desert Park is perfect for enjoying the outdoors and Mother Nature. The park boasts views of the Las Vegas Strip and is home to various wildlife, including coyotes, hawks and rabbits. There are over six miles of trails with varying terrain levels for the adventurous to explore. You can bring your leashed canine friend along a dedicated trail. The park is wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for everyone. It has restrooms, water stations, benches and playground equipment. The recommended time to explore is October through May.
Buckskin Basin Park, 7350 Buckskin Avenue, features soccer fields and expansive open space. It also has reservable picnic areas, a playground, a walking path and BBQ grills.
The new 7.3-acre Trigono Hills Park, 3805 Cliff Shadows Parkway, is a triangular-shaped park with an interpretive garden, a natural grass play area, a shaded kinetic play zone and playground, a picnic area and lighted walking paths.
Trails
Summerlin has over 200 miles of trails weaving throughout the community. There are street-side, multi-modal, urban, village, nature, and regional trails. To find your next adventure, visit www.summerlin.com/parks-trails/
Cheyenne Mountain, rising 3,833 feet, is one of the many desert hills surrounding Las Vegas. Located in Summerlin, it offers a view of Lone Mountain and the Las Vegas valley. Several trails circle the vista. Its Troove Trail is a family-friendly 4-mile loop completely circling the base of the mountain. It is used by hikers, runners, mountain bikers and dog walkers. The summit itself is a 1.5-mile slope with a 900-foot altitude gain. The trail is rocky and narrow in places, so it's not for beginners.
Cottonwood Canyon Park Trail, 915 Canyon Bluff Ct., is a paved urban trail in Summerlin. This linear park is within a natural wash and runs the length of The Canyons Village. In addition to children’s play areas, the park is lined with trails. The park’s linear design accommodates one of Summerlin's most popular trail areas and is used by runners, strollers and rollerbladers alike.
Bears Best Trailhead offers a challenging experience with over 50 trails suitable for all skill levels. It is located near the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. From scenic rides to challenging descents, there are exciting experiences for mountain biking enthusiasts and hikers alike.
Providing easy access to these parks and trails, The Estates at Lone Mountain stands out as a premier development in the Northwest. If you want to experience the Northwest's incredible lifestyle, Virtue Real Estate Group can help you find your ideal home.
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