Cathedral Rock Picnic Area
CATHEDRAL ROCK PICNIC AREA
Part of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Cathedral Rock Group Picnic Area is located at the top of beautiful Kyle Canyon in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 30 miles from Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and scenic driving in this forested desert oasis.Facilities
The picnic area is for day-use only. Two group sites are available, both with large picnic tables, serving tables, grills and cement site pads. Parking areas are paved. Vault toilets, drinking water, trash collection are provided.Natural Features
The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is a beautiful island in the desert, brimming with breathtaking scenery and diverse flora and fauna. The Bristlecone pine, the world's oldest organism, and the rare Mount Charleston blue butterfly are both found within the Spring Mountains.Over 100 springs create the namesake for the mountain range, creating the perfect place to escape the heat of the city.
The picnic area is set among a forest of ponderosa pine, white fir, aspen, mountain mahogany and Gambel oak, which provides partial shade. The area affords views of the surrounding Spring Mountains.
Recreation
No trails can be accessed through the Picnic Area at the present time. Trails may be found at the Forest Service Trailhead on the other end of Cathedral Rock Picnic Area. The new Spring Mountain Visitor Center is a 15 minute drive down the canyon, with guided hikes and educational programs.Nearby Attractions
More than 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the area; two trails allow mountain biking. Rock climbing, picnicking and scenic driving are popular activities.Important Notices
Single-family picnic sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Summertime picnic hours are 10:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M. Entrance gates are locked outside of these hours.
This is a day-use facility only; no overnight camping.
The path from the parking area to the picnic does not currently support accessibility standards; a ramp is available but it can be very difficult to maneuver.
Please call (702) 872-5486 to check current fire restrictions. Grills provided on site are for charcoal use only. No Wood Fires Allowed.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Notifications and Alerts
This location will be closed for the 2025 summer season beginning Monday 10/27/2025. See you in 2026!
Available Activities
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Hiking - Hiking
Directions
From Las Vegas, Nevada, take Highway 95 north to junction with Highway 157/Kyle Canyon. Turn left and travel approximately 21 miles to the picnic area at the end of the highway.
Contact Information
Phone: 702-872-5486
NVRental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 57, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 34, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 66, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 31, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 15, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 41, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 68, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 42, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 18, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 46, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 10, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 60, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 65, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 06, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 12, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 67, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 36, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 71, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 55, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 44, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 58, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 13, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 11, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 22, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 64, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 29, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 03, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 01, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 48, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 40, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 04, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site CLIFF GROUP, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site 43, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 21, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 62, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 59, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 24, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 07, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 35, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 20, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 26, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 05, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 45, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 54, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 30, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 47, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 23, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 02, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 77, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 63, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 19, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 49, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 32, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 79, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 78, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 08, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 51, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site CANYON GROUP , Loop PONDEROSA, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site 61, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 76, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 70, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 69, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 39, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 80, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 16, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 27, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 38, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 75, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 50, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 56, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 73, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 25, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 74, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 33, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 53, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 52, Loop ASPEN, Type Picnic
- Site 28, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 14, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 09, Loop MT MAHOGANY, Type Picnic
- Site 72, Loop PONDEROSA, Type Picnic
- Site 17, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
- Site 37, Loop WHITE FIR, Type Picnic
