Foxtail Grp Picnic Area
FOXTAIL GRP PICNIC AREA
Part of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Foxtail Group Picnic Area is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 47 miles from downtown Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic driving, and winter snowplay in this forested desert oasis.Facilities
This picnic area is a day-use site only. During the summer, seven group sites are available, each with picnic and serving tables, grills and campfire circles. The two largest have pavilions and fireplaces. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
During the winter, fees are per vehicle for snowplay. There is a selfpay station. Firerings will be usable. Restrooms will be 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.More than 100 springs create the namesake for the mountain range, making it the perfect place to escape the heat of the city.
The picnic area is set among a forest of towering ponderosa pine which provides limited shade. The area affords views of the surrounding Spring Mountains.
Recreation
Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities on the 1.3-mile Sawmill Trail and the 6.2-mile Bristlecone Trail. Both begin just a short drive from Foxtail. When there is at least 12 inches of snow on the ground, Foxtail becomes a winter playground for sledding and tubing.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
- This facility is for day-use only; no overnight camping allowed
Summertime picnic reservation hours are 10:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M. Entrance gates are locked outside of these hours.
- Sites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis outside the reservation season.
- Carpooling is advised due to the very limited parking areas. Area parking lots are located at the bottom of the mountain off of Hwy 95 on both Lee Canyon Road (156) and Kyle Canyon Road (157). Another option for parking is at the meadows, approximately 1/4 mile above Foxtail on Hwy 156.
- Water spigots are shared between sites.
- Please call (702) 872-5486 to check current fire restrictions.
- Click here for more info about the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests.
GOMTCHARLESTON.COM for more information and volunteer opportunities.
- 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.
Available Activities
- Hiking - Hiking
- Biking - Biking
- Birding - Birding
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
Directions
From Las Vegas, Nevada, take Highway 95 north to the junction with Highway 156/Lee Canyon, turn left and travel approximately 19 miles to the picnic area, which is on the left.
Contact Information
Phone: 702-872-5486
NVRental Options
Available Campsites
- Site Butterfly (Ah See Votz) , Loop Road, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Mule Deer (Too Hui), Loop Road, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Big Horn Sheep (Nah Gah) , Loop South, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Northern Flicker (Kwah Now Unz) , Loop North, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Scrub Jay (See Uck), Loop North, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Desert Kit Fox (Hon Zee), Loop North, Type Group Picnic Area
- Site Desert Wood Rat (Katz), Loop South, Type Group Picnic Area
