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    McCullough Hills Trail

    4.4 (13 reviews)
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    Shar S.

    From beginner trails to I'm dying, dead, deceased trails. My friends tried to take me on the latter, but I wasn't having it, lol. Great spots for climbing, but watch out for the elevation if you're not used to it. All in all a nice place to get out and about!

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    Chad S.

    So finally decided do true TRAIL run session and my friends that do trail running all the time told me McCullough Hills is good one. Me more of road runner training for triathlons or marathons. I understand the benefits of trail running higher elevation, more climbing, and solid workout on the legs. I needed do 10miles on the training schedule. The way trails set up for first timer nice and easy five miles out and back. They have few trails that can mix things up add more difficulty and really once at top just another spectacular view of the valley. The one I did was the main path out towards anthem hills (it complete opposite end but either side has base starting point for the trails). Or you can do Sloan Canyon trail from the base of McCullough. So really there no way can get bored with the routes from climbing or distance. One thing make sure pay attention depending on the time of the year and day. The trail has snakes. So be conscious of them. The paths especially the main ones nice and wide so whether someone on bike, running, or hiking enough room pass. It such popular trail everyone respects it and keep it clean. At the base really like the clean area with bathrooms, map of couple of the trails, rules of the trails, water fountain, and one picnic table with cover so once done can chill in the shade. Warning the address on this is WAY WAY off. I ended up driving around neighborhood with no end in sight. Forget the direction. The true address 271-289 W Mission Dr. Henderson, NV 89044. If looking to take break from Vegas not looking for long drive. McCullough Hills Trails is the perfect spot for training, relaxing, and once get top the views is amazing.

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    Robert W.

    This is the actual hike I went on today. I accidently checked in for the wrong place. Located at the end of Mission off Horizon Ridge Pkwy, just up the hill from the big shopping center on Horizon/Horizon Ridge. This is a popular trail, we saw plenty of hikers and bikers, dog walkers, and even some families out for a hike. You can actually take this trail all the way over to Anthem (8 miles). Not much for views, at least where we walked to (mile marker 2). Its your typical Vegas hike, lots of desert bushes, no wildlife, and not much to look at. I do miss hiking in Oregon. I did this hike with the Henderson Hikers meetup group. There were about 8 of us and it was good to have some encouragement as I never realize how out of shape I am. Too much binge watching TV I guess, and drinking, and smoking, and just being OLD! lol My goal for 2016 is to get out and hike as much as possible, 3-5 times a week, to get back into shape.

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    Micah L.

    My favorite trail in Henderson. Parks are good for a short walk but if you really want to hike & get closer to nature this is the spot. The trail itself stretches 8 miles from Henderson to the anthems. If you stay on the path the terrain is pretty mild. Mountain bike riders usually are polite and warn you if they are approaching or need to get by. You can see a lot of wildlife at dawn & dusk. They have recently added a well lit parking area, bathrooms and shaded area with picnic tables. There's not much vandalism, a few idiots leave some broken bottles and such but nothing serious. What's great about this trail is that it's not very crowded. So if you want some solitude up in the hills check this place out.

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    Bike Blast Las Vegas - Our rentals

    Bike Blast Las Vegas

    4.6(64 reviews)
    28.9 km

    Super convenient and well worth the price. The only thing is- download your maps before they pick…read moreyou up!! The cell service in town was spotty and then non existent at the drop off point so I didn't have the maps loaded. Then the trail makers were mostly gone, so I had to take guesses on some of the trails back. There's no phone service, so you have to download the maps to your phone! But the first trail was a great single track descent through the desert hills and cactus. I had a quick stop at the bottom for photos and then on to Cactus Slalom trail, bobbed and weaved through that and then took a right at Hurl and then couldn't find the correct trail back and almost missed my pick up time. That's mostly on me for not having maps to ride in the desert when it's 95 degrees. If you can, go early. The sun can be relentless and there's NO shade. Take more water than you think you need. The bike held up great and ate up the terrain with zero complaints. A great match for the trails. The scenery is astounding and unique. The pick up and drop of is amazingly easy and convenient! So glad i chose them and would happily do it again.

    Super cool activity outside of the strip. Beautiful Nevada scenery just 35 minutes out from the…read morehotels. And they do pickup and drop off with all the equipment you need. Best part was our guide Rafael who went above and beyond. Checked on the riders quickly when someone fell (no injuries), carried extra water for us, and had a fantastic attitude and vibe the whole time. And then stopped at a gas station after the trip just to get us cold gatorades. We did cottonwood - Latenight trailhead. About 3 hours, barely difficult if you're out of shape but super fun otherwise! Highly recommend for something active with great views and a unique experience.

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    Late Night Trailhead

    Late Night Trailhead

    4.6(23 reviews)
    42.2 km

    Nice trails off the main highway on the way from Vegas to pahrump that are free to access and do…read morehave a restroom. The trails go for a bit and have beautiful views of the mountains all around. Overall, the trails are pretty flat and are in the easier side, with lots of grave/rocks though. Much of the hike is in direct sun, so be prepared for that if coming mid-day. The rubber ducky trail is off of here where you can see the tree decorated with rubber ducks. It's a bit silly, but is a fun draw for the area.

    Wow, what a wonderful trailhead! Note that this trailhead is in the middle of nowhere before you…read morereach Pahrump, so there is absolutely no cellphone reception in the area. This is a great trailhead for those that are new to hiking or just love hiking in general. The trails are mostly flat that loops around (5 miles total) and you have amazing Mountain View's all around. It was really windy that day so because of this we didn't hike the whole 5 miles. Though I was wearing the appropriate shoes and had a full bottle of water and walking sticks on me, I still felt like I wasn't really prepared for this trail, since I had my hands full and I did not have a backpack on me. Though I live in Henderson, making the 30+ minute drive out of the city to hike Late Night was definitely worth it! While it was windy overall, the temperature wasn't too hot or too cold to hike.

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    Las Vegas Overlook Loop

    Las Vegas Overlook Loop

    5.0(2 reviews)
    47.9 km

    Las Vegas Overlook Loop…read more Review: In the last 12 months, we completed this hike 2.5 times. Our first time was February 2019 just days after Las Vegas was hit with snow. The challenge then was the cold weather and slippery/icy terrain. We attempted this hike last summer before 7 AM and turned around after 2 miles due to the heat. We just hiked this trail a few days ago and the weather was perfect. This hike is no cupcake, but at the same time, I didn't think it was too difficult. Just keep in mind that the total distance is a little over 6 miles, it will take over 2 hours to complete, the climb is between 1,500-2,000 feet, and 90% of the trail is exposed. If you ever climbed Exploration Peak or Lone Mountain and thought either one was hard, then this hike is NOT for you. I compare this hike to Turtlehead Peak or Gass Peak. The view is awesome!! Stats: According to AllTrails, the total distance is 6.3 miles round-trip, 1,534 ft elevation gain, and rated as "hard". My stats are about the same. The only difference is that my Garmin has the elevation gain a little over 2,000 ft. Location & Tips: I'm unsure where exactly the trailhead starts, but you can park off NV-159 and Fossil Ridge Road or GPS to Cowboy Trail Rides (4053 Fossil Ridge Road, Las Vegas, NV 89161). Due to the Coronvirus and all of the shutdowns, the main parking is currently closed, but you can still park on the side of the road or in front of the parking lot. There is typically an enough space to safely park if you get here early. -Start from the Horseback Riding signage and head down the trail. The stables will be on your left side and as the trail begins to merge right. Take the first trail past the stables on the left. The trail is clearly defined (even in snow) and easy to follow. -Around .75 Miles: You will see two trails; one is leading left and the other is straight. Head straight and from there, you'll reach a few switchbacks. After 4 sets of switchbacks, you'll reach a split. The trail to the left heads to Muffin Ridge and the trail to the right heads towards the overlook. Follow the trail to the overlook. From there, it's another 2 miles to the highest point and the overlook. -The overlook is around the 3-mile mark. Enjoy the view, snap some pics, but be careful. Keep in mind that you're still on top of a mountain. Gravity always wins. -Heading Back: You can either backtrack back to the trailhead or continue on the trail to complete a full loop. Continue the trail and you'll reach the flattest part of the hike. You know you're there when you see the solar panels. Continue to follow the trail to another trail dubbed Bone Shaker Extreme. Follow that trail down and watch your footing. Parts of the trail is rocky, slippery, and potentially, bone shaking dangerous. Follow that trail and eventually, you'll reach the area that leads you back to the trailhead.

    If you're looking for a hike in the Red Rock area with excellent views and want to get lots of…read moresteps on your Garmin, Whoop, or FitBit, this one is it. Plus, you don't need a reservation! Park at the Cowboy Trails horseback rides parking lot off of SR 159 and head towards the horses. Just follow that road until you see a trail to your left and follow it; using the AllTrails app is recommended as there are various little trails there. It's about 2.7 miles to the overlook with gradual elevation gain along the way. You'll know you've arrived when you are greeted by a fantastic view of the Strip and Vegas Valley in front of you. From here, you can turn around and go back the way you came or continue on the trail heading west where you'll eventually face Red Rock. The trail will loop north until you start heading down back down towards the horses. Careful on the descent as there is loose gravel and rocks to navigate. If you do a true loop and not the out and back, it's very easy to get almost 6.5 miles total when you start tracking your mileage from the parking lot. This hike will take the better part of 3-3.5 hours depending on your pace and how much time you want to spend at the overlook enjoying the view. Bring plenty of hydration and snacks to enjoy, but be sure to pick up after yourselves. Happy hiking! #LeaveNoTrace

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    Willow Creek - @ Willow Creek - 9/3/16

    Willow Creek

    4.0(1 review)
    40.3 kmSouth Summerlin

    Willow Creek, at the northern end of the Spring Mountains in the boundaries of the Humboldt-Toiyabe…read moreNational Forest, is a fun time! To get here you'll need to drive north on U.S. 95 from Las Vegas and then turn west off the 95 onto Cold Creek Road, which runs in between two prison facilities. It's about 17 miles of paved road until you see the sign for Willow Creek in your right. Once you turn, you will be on a dirt road and please remember to drive slow as there are residential homes along the road and animals. You will pass some picnic tables along the way that are great for a picnic or rest break. It's not very maintained out here, because the creek has washed out roadways and the proper authorizes stopped maintaining the road, so you will find people at times camping, but not often. Most of the time it's dirt bikes, ATV's and 4x4 high-clearance vehicles stopping for lunch after riding the rugged road past Willow Creek. The amount of water in Willow Creek (about 3 miles from cold creek road where you turned for WC) depends on how much runoff from rain and snow fills it. The Nevada Spring Snail can be found in the creek, but please let them be and don't add anything to the water. Habitat loss effects the snails. Cottonwoods, willows, wildflowers and many beautiful shrubs thrive along the creek where wildlife likes to hang out. I heard lots of critters scurrying around in the bushes. You'll need to bring plenty of water and as always you'll need to pack out what you pack in. Nobody wants a trashy area and since this area isn't maintained as much it would be great if we who use it could just keep it nice. If you decide to drive through the creek and proceed further you will need at least a 4x4 high-clearance vehicle to safely make it through. Past the creek it's extremely rugged and will take you through Wheeler Pass into Pahrump. It's about 28 miles from Cold Creek all the way through to Pahrump. There are many other side roads and even one that will take you to Indian Springs. It's so so so important that you know where you are going before taking Wheeler Pass all the way through and have a map for sure. It can get confusing not knowing which road you should take and some are better for trucks/jeeps than others. Dirt bikes and ATVs are the best option for Wheeler Pass. Many have and will attempt to make it all the way through only to have to turn around because their vehicle simple cannot make it or they get stuck and need help. Oh yeah, cel signal pretty much doesn't happen out here past the creek. If you make it far enough you'll be lucky enough to take in the Tecopa Charcoal Ovens. It's a really fun ride when done right!

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