Kyle Canyon Picnic Area Day Use
KYLE CANYON PICNIC AREA DAY USE
Part of Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Overview
Kyle Canyon Picnic Area is set in the beautiful Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 23 miles from Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and scenic driving in this forested desert oasis.Facilities
This year-round picnic area contains several single and double sites, four of which are accessible. Sites are equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.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 an ideal place to escape the heat of the city.
The picnic area is set in an open forest of ponderosa pine, mountain mahogany and Gambel oak, which provides partial shade. Manzanita and wild roses dot the landscape. A seasonal stream and the highway parallels the area. Most sites have views of the surrounding towering canyon walls.
Recreation
The 1.6-mile Fletcher Canyon Trail begins nearby. The 1.5 mile long Acastus Trail also passes through the site.
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
- First-come, first-served sites are available year-round
- 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
- 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
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking - Hiking
- Picnicking - Picnicking
Directions
From Las Vegas, Nevada, travel north on Highway 95 to the junction of Highway 157/Kyle Canyon. Turn left and travel approximately 18 miles. The picnic area is on the left side of the highway.
Contact Information
Phone: 702-872-5486
NVRental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 014, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 008, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 002 , Loop A, Type Picnic
- Site 006 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 019 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 021, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 016, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 022, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 003 , Loop A, Type Picnic
- Site 015, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 024 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 004, Loop A, Type Picnic
- Site 007, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 013, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 020, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 018, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 009, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 023 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 017, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 012, Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 005, Loop A, Type Picnic
- Site 010 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 011 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 025 , Loop B, Type Picnic
- Site 001, Loop A, Type Picnic
