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Open year-round for day-use. Overnight camping is permitted during summer season only. First-come, first-served; no reservations. Fire danger is currently low.

Red Flag Warning issued September 12 at 4:27AM PDT until September 13 at 12:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

4:27 AM — 11:00 AM

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT DUE TO WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR ESMERALDA AND NYE COUNTY DESERTS/CNC DISPATCH, NYE COUNTY DESERTS/LAS VEGAS DISPATCH, SHEEP RANGE, SPRING MOUNTAINS, AND CLARK AND SW LINCOLN COUNTY DESERTS/LAS VEGAS DISPATCH... * AFFECTED AREA...In Nevada, Fire Weather Zones 460, 462, 463, 464, and 465. * TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to midnight PDT tonight. * WINDS...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Relative Humidity between 5 to 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

Kyle Canyon Picnic Area sits in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest within the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, offering a forested desert oasis just 23 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. The facility consists of 25 first-come, first-served sites spread across two loops, set among ponderosa pine, mountain mahogany, and Gambel oak. Most sites offer views of the surrounding canyon walls. The area is primarily a day-use picnic facility, though overnight camping is permitted during the summer season. Each site includes a picnic table, campfire ring, and grill. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided, with water spigots shared between sites. Four sites are ADA accessible. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Nearby recreation options include more than 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails, with two trails allowing mountain biking. Rock climbing and scenic driving are also popular. Fletcher View Campground, offering year-round camping with electric hookups, is located nearby for those seeking overnight accommodations outside summer season.

Directions

From Las Vegas, travel north on US-95 to the junction of NV-157 (Kyle Canyon Road). Turn left and travel approximately 18 miles; the picnic area is on the left side of the highway.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $12 - $36

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (702) 872-5486

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

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