Desert National Wildlife Refuge

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Federal Park Site

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: The Corn Creek Trail system features 1.5 miles of trail that wind through a variety of desert habitats, including a lush riparian area along Corn Creek.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

pDriving Directions: To the Corn Creek Visitor Center:

Coming from Las Vegas:
Take US-95 North. 6 miles (9.5 km) past the Snow Mountain exit, at mile marker 101, turn right on Corn Creek Road. Continue down the paved road 4 miles to the Visitor Center.

Coming from the north:
Take US-95 South. 4.5 miles (7 km) past Lee Canyon Road/NV-156, at mile marker 101, turn left on Corn Creek Road. Continue down the paved road 4 miles to the Visitor Center.

kParking Instructions: Park at the main lot of the Corn Creek Visitor Center. Trails begin behind the building.

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Trails, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Seating, Picnic Tables

Pets: Allowed On-Leash, Bags Provided

Additional Features: Visitor Center, Historic Site, Gift Shop

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAILS:

Trail Description: The Corn Creek Trail system features 1.5 miles of trail that wind through a variety of desert habitats, including a lush riparian area along Corn Creek. Trail features include a historic cabin, fish viewing tank, plenty of benches and shade, and several picnic tables. Corn Creek is one of the top bird watching destinations in the Las Vegas valley, and the presence of water means this is a great place to look for wildlife all year long. Trails are packed natural material and generally level or with short gentle grades. Bighorn, Coyote and Jackrabbit loops are accessible. The nearby visitor center has drinking water, bathrooms and a shaded porch with great views.

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy, Moderate

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Kiosk with trail maps, Benches/Rest Areas, Drinking Water

OTHER:

Park Information: Maps, Brochures, Information Kiosk

Staffing & Safety: Employee/Ranger Present

Open Space Activities: Go for a walk or jog

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream, Natural Springs