The Virgin River Pass on Interstate 15 holds a golden spot in my heart and mind. It is sometimes in…read moremy dreams. When in the area, I always stop, and pay, here.

We didn't stay we just drove through to check out the site…read more We used the bathrooms they were clean and the sites were clean this place is beautiful surrounded by the canyon. It was empty when we went but it was hot like in the high 90's

A truly amazing park. Peaceful and clean. A new place for me to be in my own mind, looking for…read moredreams and walking on clouds. A moment in time to reflect on a path to come or go.

This is a peaceful area in a nice neighborhood, but it's not the best spot if you're looking for a…read morelong, leisurely walk. You can walk along some of the main roads, but there isn't a full loop around the lake since parts of it back up to private homes. It's definitely a great setup for the residents, though, with privacy and waterfront views right in their own backyards.

I read about this area after the Southern Nevada Water Authority purchased the property. It had…read morebeen on my to do list for many years but I never took the opportuinity to visit. It's approximately 50 miles north of Las Vegas in the Moapa Valley. Having been in the area a few months ago hiking, the thought of making a visit here came to the front of my brain and this became part 2 of an exploration two of us did yesterday. The site was once a ranch. The palm trees are from a time when the area near here had a number of resorts because of the numerous warm springs in this area. The springs create this fork of the Muddy River that flows into Lake Mead. The springs have a temperature of about 90 degrees. There is a 3/4 mile loop trail with many interpretive panels so you know what you're looking at. It's a packed dirt walking path and it winds its way through the palm trees, along the Pederson Creek, and past the old farm implements from when this was a working ranch. The two of us took our time doing the loop, reading all the signs, and enjoying the sound of water. Desert rats like me don't hear water very much except in the shower so this area is a treat! If you come here, do stop at the Wildlife Refuge about 1/10 of a mile north of this area and administered by the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Go and enjoy an un-desert like experience!!!

I took a drove out to the Warm Springs Natural Area to get away from the city for a spell. This is…read morea part of an old ranch that is now run by the SNWA. They have cleaned up the place making some repairs and devloping some trails. Now it is a cool place to walk around, see the animals and some rare dace fish that don't live anywhere else. You can enjoy the sounds of a babbling brook fed by the crystal clear springs of the area. Just don't go for swim. You'll disrupt the habitats. This is a hidden gem sort of place. So hidden that you may just have the place to youself. What more could you ask for?

Very nice area for hunting waterfowl in southern Nevada. There are ponds, sloughs, and bulrushes,…read moreand fields. Parking is fairly close to the blinds which are well taken care of. Managed by NDOW and they do a great job.

Finally after passing the Overton Wildlife Management Area (abbreviated OWMA) a handful of years…read moreand exploring the landscape on Google Maps, this past Saturday I set my feet here, on a hiking adventure that lead me through the beautiful open spaces of the southernmost reaches of the Moapa Valley. OWMA encompass 17,665 acres of a desert riparian habitat where the town of Overton merges with the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Valley of Fire State Park. This is a popular spot for viewing wildlife, hiking, horseback riding, hiking, and hunting. When talking wildlife, OWMA is rich in wildlife. According to their website there are 265 species of birds seen here, 47 species of mammals, 22 species of fish, and 28 species of reptiles and amphibians. When it comes to wildlife there are many that come here to shoot them with cameras then others who come here to shoot them with guns. It is important to keep in mind that hunting season is September 1 to the middle of February. It is recommended that you call (702)-397-2142 to ask if it open the day that you plan to visit. Essentially, OWMA is a Spring hiking park. From this point forward, I will discuss my first hand experience here. It was part 3 of an all day adventure that started with a cruise on the North Shore Drive followed by the Lost City Museum. It tied in with the Lost City Museum because it is a part of the area it focused on where it ties in with the North Shore Drive in Lake Mead National Recreation Area because the Muddy River that flows through OWMA area discharges into Lake Mead. From Route 169, I pulled into a dirt road that ended at a parking area by a kiosk. On the way I passed a couple camping sites. From there I opened a gate before exploring the southern portion of OWMA. The hiking trail was a dirt road that reached out as far as the eye can see. Bordering it were forests of mesquite interspersed with cottonwoods and riparian plants. To avoid the Yelp character limit, I will get to the point of saying that the highlight of the hike were the fields the dirt road overlooked. The circular dirt road connected to additional dirt roads bordering the fields. The fields resembled life and death. Both Pintail & Wilson Ponds were dried pond peds. Nearby green fields adorned a landscape bordered by the mountains of Valley of Fire & Virgin Range in addition to a mesa. Interestingly the green fields represented part of the 160 acres used for farming. It was a surprise to see cattle on the land. It was another surprise to see how tiny the Muddy River was when I explored a spur trail. As I explored the OWMA, I was amazed by how different it was from the Mars landscape of Valley of Fire and North Shore Drive outside it. This reminded me more of hiking in a Florida Prairie than Mars. To put it simply, I was just amazed. I plan to return to OWMA next Spring. This time, I will skip the Lost City Museum and spend even more time here. When I return, I will be reaching it by ways of the North Shore Drive ($20 for 7 days or $40 annual pass). The sixty miles along the park road extended my adventure to and from Las Vegas.

It's a great place to understand how the birds migrate and what it takes to manage the wildlife…read morerefuge

Absolutely beautiful and peaceful place. Wonderful lake, teeming with wildlife, bats, herons,…read morevarious birds.. quiet and dark at night. All of the camping spots are spacious, well laid out and with amazing lake views. The team here are very friendly and helpful. There's a perimeter path around the lake with benches every so often, so you can go for a walk or a cycle, or bird watching all around. There are also available restrooms sprinkled around the 'road side' of the lake. Highly recommend if you enjoy peace and quiet and being 'out in nature' - I certainly intend to return!

Great spot for fishing and kayaking. REALLY bothers me how many people le as be e their trash…read morebehind. Some areas the ground was on a slope but were made it work. During spring break this area gets packed so get out early or camp.

What a great spot for a picnic and to take nature in!…read more Must be able to off-road to get here as parts of the road are unpaved and a bit uneven. Once you get to the wash it's absolutely gorgeous and so peaceful! We saw lots of birds and even a baby donkey. A great place to escape the hustle and bustle and relax.

Great part, we visited here a few a few years ago during our trip to Zion National park, and it was…read morea great day, its a man made reservoir that is surrounded by red rocks and sand, and its gorgeous, it was fun lake day, great day to explore and walk around. plenty of parking, nt much shade, but its worth checking out

Such a fun lake day. We usually arrive super early to reserve a spot. This year we got a great spot…read moreunder plenty of trees. Water is always a little cold but it's a cold u can get used too, the sun is extremely strong so it's refreshing definitely. The bathroom situation isn't the best, it's similar to porter potty, but it does the job. Shaved ice truck is passing through regularly so that was cool. Rented a boat for 2h and the boat ride was very soothing for me, enjoyed the views & my company. Definitely always a great family day here. Canams & jet skis are also available for rental here.

A pretty man made lake that you will find in spring mountain ranch state park when you are hiking…read morethe sandstone trail. Gorgeous views even it's fenced off and you can't get up close.

I have hiked around Lake Harriet on my way to Sandstone Canyon and the trail leading behind the…read morelake. The lake is now dry, having been drained to save a small native fish. The state removed the Pahrump poolfish because there was a fish that was not native to the area that had been put in the lake. They then drained the lake and it has been dry for almost three years. The ranger told us yesterday that they hope to refill the lake by the end of 2019. One note for the future hiking around Lake Harriet. The trail on the east side of the trail is closed for restoration. The ranger told us yesterday that it was permanently closed and there would be no loop hike around the lake. As a bit of history, Chet Lauck of the radio show Lum and Abner, who owned Spring Mountain Ranch for a number of years, had the old reservoir moved to the top of the hill and named it after his wife Harriet. The lake is fed by a well that puts much water into the lake. It's a short hike to the top of the hill to see the lake from the parking lot. Just wait until next year if you want to see it with some water.

I first visited St. Thomas in 2007 and I only had a paper map I had printed to give me some idea…read morewhat I was looking at. When you're trying to compare a street grid with dirt trails in the desert it can be difficult to know what you're looking at. Now a decade plus later, the National Park Service has installed many interpretive markers with lots of information and many have maps so you can see what you're looking at and where the loop trail goes. Have a Nevada State Parks pass, I drove up the 15 and got off and came through Valley of Fire State Park. At the east entrance to VOF, you make a turn south on Northshore Road. Just after the Lake Mead NRA fee booth, there's a dirt road that is on the left. That's the road that's marked with a sign that says St. Thomas Cove. You travel a well graded dirt road for three miles to the parking area for the hike. From the parking area, the trail starts down a hill and in 3/10 of a mile, you're on flat ground. It's amazing to think that you're walking where Lake Mead once covered the area. There are freshwater clam shells all around. Eventually, you come to a junction where there are two interpretive markers. This is the beginning of the loop hike and you can complete the loop either clockwise or counter clockwise. Make sure you read the markers as they have great information on the history of St. Thomas and the foundations at which you're looking. The cooler weather is the best time to go. The summer heat would make this an unpleasant and dangerous hike. There is a pit toilet a short distance away from the parking area in what was a place where the road went to the lake to launch boats.

Spent Earth Day hiking this trail for a local history lesson with some friends. Check the other…read morereview for the background info, but know to come with a hat and/or sunscreen and plenty of water, as there is no shade on this trail. The loop takes you through the remains of a former city, hence the name. There are websites you can pull up to look up info on each of the sites as you go, from the old general store to the ice cream shop and more. The trail is clear and you can venture off of it easily. More than the various human artifacts, my favorite part was being able to walk through the dessert and see hundreds of sea shells crunching underfoot. It's surreal to think that it really wasn't that long ago that all of this was underwater. Trail is dog-friendly and is located in the Lake Meade area, requiring a car entry fee. There's also a museum in town to get more info related to this area. Pop into Sugar's for a meal before or after.