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Visiting the Wash
Trail System at the Wash
Full of picturesque scenery and home to numerous species of vegetation and wildlife, the Las Vegas Wash is a little-known treasure in Southern Nevada, with a growing trail system and opportunities for visitors of all ages to explore.
One of many great stops for visitors is the Sunrise Picnic Area. Located on the north side of the Wash along Hollywood Boulevard, it is a beautiful addition to the Wetlands Park and offers plenty of parking, restrooms, an equestrian staging area and six shaded picnic areas. There are currently no designated trails in the immediate vicinity, but as Clark County continues to implement its master plan for the Wetlands Park, this area will serve as a strategic hub for outdoor activity in the area.
The Duck Creek trail system has a variety of multi-use trails stretching approximately three miles, starting at the Duck Creek Trailhead. Use of these trails is free and parking is available at the trailhead (on Broadbent Boulevard, just 1.5 miles east of Boulder Highway). Lined with scenic marshes and meadows, it is an essential part of the Wetlands Park primary trails network and serves as an important link to other trail systems in the valley.
Construction recently began on the Pabco and Wells trailheads, both of which should be completed by summer 2012. Ultimately, the trail system will connect existing trails and trailheads within the Wetlands Park. The trail design includes plans for equestrian and multi-use trails. But not to worry, all trails will avoid culturally sensitive areas of the Wetlands Park. The Pabco Trailhead will provide a gathering area to accommodate 80 people with shade structures, picnic tables, restrooms and parking facilities among other amenities. The Wells Trailhead will feature shade, parking and restrooms as well.
Much of the new trailhead construction was visible during a Green-Up volunteer planting event on Oct. 8, 2011. At that event, more than 500 volunteers planted approximately 3,800 plants on a 7.4 acre site just south of the Wash. The Wash is a natural channel that carries shallow groundwater, stormwater, urban runoff and reclaimed water from the Las Vegas Valley into Lake Mead. However, many valley residents may not know that in addition to playing an important role in our watershed and as habitat for plants and wildlife, the Wash is a valuable resource for leisure and relaxation.
Whether you prefer taking a jog or bird watching, we encourage you to enjoy what's available along the Wash. For more information on trails and the Wetlands Park, please call the Information Center at (702) 455-7522.