Mount Charleston
Type: Outdoor Activities, Parks, Skiing
10Best Says
The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is part of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Better known to locals as Mount Charleston, it is located just 30 minutes from downtown Las Vegas and... Read More
The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is part of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Better known to locals as Mount Charleston, it is located just 30 minutes from downtown Las Vegas and encompasses more than 316,000 acres of remarkable beauty and surprising diversity. During the winter months, skiing is a top draw; when the weather warms, hiking trails become incredibly popular. Camping and picnicking are also prominent, and folks have been known to encounter wild horses and elk when they're taking advantage of the terrain's natural beauty. The area is actually home to more than 50 sensitive plants and animals, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. Other activities include horseback riding, mountain biking and rock climbing.
Hours:
- Daily 24hrs
Admissions:
- Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Terrisa Meeks
Las Vegas Local Expert
- Parks: "A brand-new visitor center recently opened in Kyle Canyon, and in addition to information about the area, it also houses a Cold War Memorial. The memorial includes the propeller recovered from a government plane that crashed on Mt. Charleston in 1955 while en route to Area 51."
- Best for Parks Because: Mount Charleston provides a cool escape in the summer and snow play in the summer.
