Spring Mountains National Recreation Area

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Federal Park Site, Historic Site

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: The Acastus Trail is a trail that follows the Kyle Canyon Wash through pine stands and aspen groves, and past Civilian Conservation Corps historic sites built in the 1930's.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

pDriving Directions: Coming from Las Vegas:
Take US-95 North. Drive past the Skye Canyon exit for 1 mile, then turn left on Kyle Canyon Road/NV-157 and drive approx. 16 miles to park at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, or approx. 18 miles to park at the Fletcher Canyon Trailhead.

Coming from the north:
Take US-95 South. Drive approx. 30 miles past the town of Indian Springs, then turn left on Kyle Canyon Road/NV-157 and drive approx. 16 miles to park at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, or approx. 18 miles to park at the Fletcher Canyon Trailhead

kParking Instructions: Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway: Park in lot and proceed to trail access near small amphitheater, then follow red gravel trail down into the Kyle Canyon Wash.
Fletcher Canyon Trailhead: Park in lot and cross bridge to trail, then follow paved trail up or down canyon.

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Trails, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Seating

Pets: Allowed On-Leash, Bags Provided

Additional Features: Visitor Center, Historic Site, Gift Shop

Camping: Tent

TRAILS:

Trail Description: The Acastus Trail is a trail that follows the Kyle Canyon Wash through pine stands and aspen groves, and past Civilian Conservation Corps historic sites built in the 1930's. The trail features educational panels about the flora, fauna, and cultural and geologic history of the Spring Mountains, along with benches and shade. The Acastus Trail can be accessed at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway which has one steep gravel grade at the start, or the Fletcher Canyon Trailhead where the Acastus is paved and offers gentle slopes up and down in elevation. Restrooms can be found at both access points.

Trail Surface: Paved & Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy, Moderate

Trail Layout: Linear

Trail Length: 0.5 to 1 mile

Trail Shade: Some

Trail Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel, Natural rock, Sand/Dirt

Trail Slope: Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Benches/Rest Areas, Historic Sites

OTHER:

Park Information: Information Kiosk, Available in language(s) other than English

Staffing & Safety: Police Patrol

Open Space Activities: Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size