Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
18 mi west · Bureau of Land Management
Visit the red- and cream-colored sandstone cliffs and experience the natural wonders of the Mohave Desert just 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip.
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Picnic spots near North Las Vegas
Day-use and picnic areas near North Las Vegas on public land, from quick drives to full-day outings.
7picnic areas
18 mito the closest
3within 30 miles
February–May, October, Novemberbest months
Good to know: Group picnic sites can often be reserved; fire rules change with the season, so check before bringing a grill.
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Desert National Wildlife Refuge
21 mi northwest · Fish and Wildlife Service
Encompassing six major mountain ranges and seven distinct life zones , Desert NWR showcases the abundance and variety of nature that can be found in Southern Nevada, all just a short drive from Las Vegas.
Kyle Canyon Picnic Area Day Use
28 mi west · USDA Forest Service
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.
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Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Visit the red- and cream-colored sandstone cliffs and experience the natural wonders of the Mohave Desert just 17 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip.
- Biking
- Hiking
- History
- Picnicking
- Ranger programs
- Wildlife viewing
Desert National Wildlife Refuge
Encompassing six major mountain ranges and seven distinct life zones , Desert NWR showcases the abundance and variety of nature that can be found in Southern Nevada, all just a short drive from Las Vegas.
- Backpacking
- Biking
- Birding
- Camping
- Educational Programs
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
Kyle Canyon Picnic Area Day Use
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.
- Camping
- Hiking
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
30 to 75 miles (3)
Echo Bay Campground
Echo Bay Campground is located in the northern end of the park along the Overton Arm of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnicking
- Ranger Station
- Water Access
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Experience outdoor thrills, striking landscapes, and brilliant blue waters. This year-round recreation area spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast reservoirs.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Diving
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge was established June 18, 1984. Managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, the refuge protects threatened and endangered species, many of which occur nowhere else in the world.
- Birding
- Hunting
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Ranger programs
75 miles and farther (1)
Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area
The Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area is located along Interstate 15 approximately 20 miles southwest of St. George, Utah and approximately 20 miles northeast of Mesquite, Nevada. It's accessed from the Cedar Pocket Exit (mile post 18).
- Camping
- Hiking
- Picnicking
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown North Las Vegas. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for picnic spots near North Las Vegas?
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (Bureau of Land Management), about 18 miles west of North Las Vegas as the crow flies. Next are Desert National Wildlife Refuge (21 mi) and Kyle Canyon Picnic Area Day Use (28 mi).
When is the best time for picnic spots near North Las Vegas?
Based on North Las Vegas’s average highs, February–May, October, November. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including Bureau of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.