AboutCmdrMark Expertise National, State and Local Parks, Preserves and Forests around Las Vegas. Some "off the beaten track" information. Fossils. Petroglyphs. Ghosttowns, Primitive Camping. Minimal Las Vegas related info (ie. shows, hotels, buffets, casino, gambling, etc.)
Question Hi, I live in Summerlin and would like to take my husband and two daughters to a beautiful tree filled park to have a picnic on Father's Day. I really don't know of a place we can go to in the area. I'd rather not drive to Cathedral Rock or out that far. Do you have any suggestions for me? I don't mind kids running around but would perfer a nice quiet cozy area. Thanks for your help! :)
Answer What an unusual question! About the only place around Las Vegas that I can even remember seeing lots of trees would be out toward Mt. Charleston but you thought that might be a little too far for you to travel.
Perhaps Floyd Lamb State Park might suit your needs. It has trees and is a bit close to Las Vegas. http://www.parks.nv.gov/fl.htm
