Cooler mountain recreation
Backcountry access
Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Office
Spring Mountains National Recreation Area provides a mountain escape from Las Vegas for hiking, camping, scenic drives and cooler summer conditions. Visitors can pursue challenging hikes, enjoy mountain views and, in spring, seek routes associated with waterfalls. The setting also offers quiet backcountry surroundings and a change from valley heat.
It suits campers, hikers and travelers planning a scenic mountain outing rather than an urban attraction. Accessing the farther reaches of the area may require a high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle, while shorter visits can focus on views, drives and more accessible recreation.