Sports & the Outdoors in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Valley is located in the middle of a desert, so from mid-June to early September temperatures can be in the triple-digits outside. Nearly all other times of the year, the Las Vegas Valley has a great climate to enjoy the outdoors. There are many activities to do and see, including:

Auto Racing

Las Vegas Motor Speedway is home to NASCAR and NHRA events throughout the year.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway address: 7000 Las Vegas Blvd N, North Las Vegas

Baseball

The Las Vegas Aviators, formerly known as the Las Vegas 51s and Las Vegas Stars, are a Minor League Baseball team in the Pacific Coast League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. They play Summerlin, in the Las Vegas Ballpark, which opened in 2019. Games are played from April to early September.

Las Vegas Ballpark address: 1980 Festival Plaza Dr, Las Vegas

[Las Vegas Athletics – On November 16, 2023 the MLB owners unanimously approved the Athletics’ relocation to Las Vegas from Oakland. Their new stadium would be built on 9-acres of the 35-acre Tropicana Hotel & Casino site on the Las Vegas Strip. Construction is proposed to begin in April 2025 and be completed in January 2028.]

Basketball

The Las Vegas Aces are a professional women’s basketball team based in Paradise, Nevada, playing in the Western Conference in the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The Aces play their home games in the Michelob ULTRA Arena at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip. In 2022, the Aces became the first professional sports team in Nevada to win a National Championship. In 2023, they doubled down and won again.

Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino address: 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas

The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels are a NCAA Division I men’s basketball team who play at the Thomas & Mack Center at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), that is located very close to the Las Vegas Strip.

Thomas & Mack Center address: 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas

Biking

There are many bike routes in Southern Nevada. Some of the most popular include, Red Rock National Conservation Area, Bootleg Canyon near Boulder City and River Mountain Trail that is a 36-mile trail that winds past Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Lake Las Vegas, Henderson and Boulder City.
In Downtown Las Vegas, the RTC Bike Share system features a mix of 150 classic and electric bikes available 24/7, 365 days a year at 21 stations. Bike rentals are $5 with unlimited 30 minute trips in a 24-hour period, $4 per 30 minutes after the first 30 minutes and your pass will begin when you take your first trip. They also have other plans available. TIP: The Las Vegas Strip is not in the City of Las Vegas, so the RTC Bike Share program only works if you are in Downtown Las Vegas. Official RTC Bike Share Site

Bird Watching

Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve has had over 200 bird species spotted among the system of nine ponds at the 140-acre natural habitat. Hours: March, April & May 6am-2pm, June, July & August 6am-Noon, September, October & November 6am-2pm and December, January & February 7am-2pm. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Tip: Free attraction.

Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve address: 350 E. Galleria Drive, Henderson

Bowling

There are several bowling alleys in Las Vegas. Many are located in “locals” casinos. Be sure to call in advance to reserve a lane.

Brooklyn Bowl has 32-lanes with limited hours. Located at the Linq Promenade. 3545 S Las Vegas Blvd. Center Strip. TIP: Located on the Las Vegas Strip.
Gold Coast Bowling Center has 70-lanes. Located on the second floor of the Gold Coast Hotel & Casino. 4000 W. Flamingo Rd.
Orleans Bowling Center has 70-lanes. On the second floor of the Orleans Hotel & Casino one mile from the Las Vegas Strip. 4500 W. Tropicana Rd.
Red Rock Lanes has 72-lanes. Located inside the Red Rock Casino Resort in Summerlin. 11011 W. Charleston Blvd.
Sam’s Town Bowling Center has 56-lanes. Located in the Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall on the Boulder Strip. 5111 Boulder Hwy.
Santa Fe Station Bowling Center has 60-lanes. Located in the Santa Fe Station Casino on the West Side. 4949 N. Rancho Dr.
Silver Nugget Bowling Center has 24-lanes. Located in the Silver Nugget Casino. 2140 Las Vegas Blvd. N, North Las Vegas.
South Point Bowling Center has 64-lanes. Located on the second floor of the South Point Hotel & Casino. 2140 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Strike Zone at Sunset Station has 72-lanes. Located at the Sunset Station Hotel & Casino. 1301 W Sunset Rd, Henderson.
Suncoast Bowling Center has 64-lanes. Located in the Suncoast Hotel & Casino in Summerlin. 9090 Alta Dr.
Wildfire Lanes has 18 lanes. Located in the Wildfire Casino. 4451 Sunset Rd, Henderson.

Football

The Las Vegas Raiders play their home games in the 65,000-seat Allegiant Stadium, that is right off the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. The Raiders play in the National Football League (NFL) in the AFC West division. The venue is called Allegiant Stadium, for the airline that is based in Las Vegas.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Rebels Football Team play their home games in Allegiant Stadium that they share with the Las Vegas Raiders. The Rebels formerly played at Sam Boyd Stadium.
The SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl is played in late December in Allegiant Stadium. The game features a team from the Pac-12 Conference vs. a team from either the SEC (even-numbered years) or Big Ten Conference (odd-numbered years). Since 1992, the Las Vegas Bowl was formerly played at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Super Bowl LVIII was played at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 with the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime.

Allegiant Stadium address: 3333 Al Davis Way, Las Vegas

The Vegas Knight Hawks are a professional indoor football team based in Henderson, Nevada. They are a member of the Indoor Football League (IFL) and began play in 2022 in the 6,000-seat Lee’s Family Forum.

Lee’s Family Forum address: 200 S Green Valley Parkway, Henderson

Golf

Golf is a very popular sport in Las Vegas with an average of 315 days of sunshine a year. Some golf courses reduce the green fees during the hot summer months. Call in advance for a tee time, especially on weekends and between 8-11am.

Aliante Golf Club is a 18 hole championship course. 7022 yards, par 72. 3100 W. Elkhorn Rd. North Las Vegas.
Atomic Golf includes 103 hitting bays, The Putting District, six bars, dining, meeting space, and a 3,550-square-foot Astrocade. The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. 1850 S. Main St.
Bali Hai Golf Club is a 18 hole island-themed course. 7002 yards, par 71. 7160 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Tip: It is a 10 minute walk from Mandalay Bay.
Bear’s Best Las Vegas is a 18 hole course created by Jack Nicklaus. It is located in Summerlin. 7194 yards, par 74. 11111 W. Flamingo Rd.
Black Mountain Golf & Country Club is a 18 hole course. 6,579 yards, par 72. 500 Greenway Rd. Henderson.
Coyote Springs Golf Club is a 18 hole course created by Jack Nicklaus. 7471 yards, par 72. 3100 State Route 168. Moapa, Nevada.
Las Vegas Golf Club is the oldest course in the Las Vegas valley. This 18 hole course opened in 1938. 6319 yards, par 72. 4300 W. Washington Ave.
Las Vegas National Golf Club is a 18 hole historic course that was built in 1961. This course is a easy Uber, Lyft or cab ride away from the Las Vegas Strip. 6721 yards, par 73. 1911 E. Desert Inn Rd.
Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort has two 18 hole courses. Snow Mountain is 7164 yards, par 72 and Sun Mountain is 7112 yards, par 72. Located in Summerlin. 10325 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd.
The Legacy Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 6744 yards, par 72. 130 Par Excellence Dr. Henderson.
PopStroke Embark on a mini-golf adventure at this oasis-like destination, featuring two meticulously designed 18-hole putting courses. Town Square. 6617 S Las Vegas Blvd, Pad #4.
Reflection Bay Golf Club is a 18 hole course created by Jack Nicklaus. It is located at Lake Las Vegas. 7261 yards, par 72. 75 Monte Lago Blvd. Henderson.
Rhodes Ranch Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 6909 yards, par 72. 20 Rhodes Ranch Pkwy.
Rio Secco Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 6992 yards, par 72. 2851 Grand Hills Dr. Henderson.
Royal Links Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 7029 yards, par 72. 5995 E. Vegas Valley Dr.
Shadow Creek Golf Course is a 18 hole course. 7,560 yards, par 72. 3 Shadow Creek Dr, North Las Vegas. Tip: This one of the most expensive golf courses in the world, but it is mainly used by High Rollers at MGM Resorts International properties as a perk.
South Shore Lake Las Vegas is a 18 hole course. 6917 yards, par 71. 100 Strada di Circolo, Lake Las Vegas.
Spanish Trail Country Club offers three expertly designed nines that can be played in three different 18-hole combinations, providing plenty of variety. 5050 Spanish Trail Lane.
Top Golf Las Vegas has 108 climate-controlled bays. Located at the MGM Grand Resort. 4627 Koval Lane.
TPC Las Vegas is a 18 hole course. It is located in Summerlin at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa. 7104 yards, par 71. 9851 Canyon Run Dr.
Wildhorse Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 6525 yards, par 72. 2100 W. Warm Springs Road. Henderson.
Wynn Golf Club is a 18 hole course. 6804 yards, par 70. 3131 S Las Vegas Blvd. Tip: This is the only golf course at a Casino Resort on the Las Vegas Strip.

Hiking / Urban Walking

There are many great places to go hiking in and around Las Vegas, including Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, Mt. Charleston and more. Here are a few:

Lost Creek Falls, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Calico Tank, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Ice Box Canyon, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Calico Hills, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Clark County Wetlands Park Nature Preserve
Lake Mead Railway Trail
Mount Charleston Hiking Trails

From Jason P. from Henderson, Nevada Trip advisor contributor (with his permission):

“Are you more interested in urban walks or nature walks? I have some suggestions for both:

Urban walks: the Downtown area along Fremont Street from the Plaza Casino Hotel to Container Park at 7th Street in the Fremont East neighborhood, then (after visiting Container Park, a hip shopping/dining complex then walking along Carson Street (parallel to but one block south of Fremont Street) back to Main Street at the Plaza Casino Hotel.

Aside from walking the Las Vegas Strip itself, you can walk east on Harmon Ave. from the Strip at the south end of the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino mall area to Paradise Road. You could also walk on Flamingo Road from the Strip (Las Vegas Blvd.) east to Maryland Parkway, perhaps stopping to visit the National Atomic Testing Museum on the south side of Flamingo Road between Paradise Road and Swenson Street. You can then continue your walk to Maryland Parkway and take the 202 RTC bus on Flamingo back to the Las Vegas Strip or walk back to the Strip.

Nature walks: Clark County Wetlands Park is an attractive natural area with many trails in the east end of the Las Vegas Valley area. You can take the 201A or 201B RTC bus on Tropicana Ave. to about the end of the line (ask the driver for the closes stop to Wetlands Park) and then walk about a mile to the park or use a rideshare company like Uber or Lyft to get there and back.

Sunset Park at the southeast corner of Sunset Road and Eastern Ave. near the airport has some attractive trails along the eastern and southern portions of the park. It’s in an urban area with planes flying overhead so you still feel like you’re in the city, unlike Wetlands Park, but it’s better served by public transit. From the South Strip Transfer Terminal take the 212 RTC bus EAST (the 212 bus going west also stops at the same spot so be sure to check with the driver that you’re on the right bus) and get off at Eastern Ave. or the next stop which is closer to the trail area. To get to the South Strip Transfer Terminal, take the Deuce RTC bus) SOUTH to the end of the line.

One of my favorite trails is one even many locals aren’t aware of: the Pittman Wash Trail in Henderson, Nevada. If you’re using a rideshare service or driving, you can access it by parking at Silver Springs Recreation Center about a half mile east of Green Valley Parkway along Silver Springs Parkway and then walking south by the pool area to the trail. You can get there by public bus by taking the 212 RTC bus heading east from the South Strip Transfer Terminal (as mentioned earlier) and this time getting off at Pecos Road and at the same bus stop, taking the 111 RTC bus and getting off at Green Valley Parkway and Windmill Road.

What’s great about this trail is that not only is there a paved trail just above the wash, there are also winding trails inside the wash that are fun to walk on. You can google Pittman Wash Trail Henderson, Nevada for more information about this trail.”

Thank you, Jason P. for these great suggestions!

Hockey

Las Vegas has wanted a professional sports team for many years. They got that in October 2017 when the first puck dropped for the Vegas Golden Knights. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL) and are the first professional sports team in Nevada.

The Vegas Golden Knights had their inaugural season in 2017/2018, where they advanced to the Stanley Cup Finals, which they lost to the Washington Capitals in five games. In 2023, they won the Stanley Cup, defeating the Florida Panthers in five games.

The Vegas Golden Knights are owned by Black Knight Sports & Entertainment. They play home games at the 17,500-seat (hockey) T-Mobile Arena on the Las Vegas Strip, between the New York-New York and Park MGM casino resorts.

T-Mobile Arena address: 3780 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas

The Henderson Silver Knights of the American Hockey League debuted their name and logo on May 26, 2020. They are an affiliate of the Vegas Golden Knights and play home games in the 6,000-seat Lee’s Family Forum.

Lee’s Family Forum address: 200 S Green Valley Parkway, Henderson

Horseback Riding

Las Vegas and Southern Nevada have some great places for horseback riding, some on great trails. Many tour companies will pick you up at your hotel to take you to the horse stable for your horseback ride, then return you to your hotel. Many different packages are available. Here are a few, there are many others:

Cowboy Trail Rides address: 4053 Fossil Ridge Rd, Las Vegas. Phone (702) 387-2457
Hunter’s Edge address: 8855 Mountains Edge Pkwy, Las Vegas. Phone (702) 456-9379
Paradise Ranch address: 1722 Primrose Path,Las Vegas. Phone (702) 515-7117
Wild West Horseback Adventures address: 2470 Chandler Ave, Las Vegas. Phone (702) 792-5050

Ice Skating

There are several places to Ice Skate year round in Las Vegas, including:

America First Center address: 222 S Water Street, Henderson. TIP: This is the practice facility for the Henderson Silver Knights.
City National Arena address: 1550 S Pavilion Center Dr, Las Vegas. TIP: This is the practice facility for the Vegas Golden Knights.
Crystal Palace Skating Center address: 3901 N Rancho Dr, Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Ice Center address: 9295 W Flamingo Rd #130, Las Vegas.
Sobe Ice Arena address: 2400 N Rancho Dr, Las Vegas.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas (Seasonal: from late November to early January). Address: The Ice Rink, The Boulevard Tower, 3708 S Las Vegas Blvd Level 4. TIP: This is located on the Las Vegas Strip.

Lacrosse

The Las Vegas Desert Dogs are a professional box lacrosse team in the National Lacrosse League. The team began play in the 2023 NLL season. Games are played from December to April. They play home games in the 6,000-seat Lee’s Family Forum.

Lee’s Family Forum address: 200 S Green Valley Parkway, Henderson

Rodeo

Las Vegas loves the rodeo and every year Las Vegas hosts the National Finals Rodeo at the Thomas & Mack Center at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), that is located very close to the Las Vegas Strip. Ticket holders receive free transportation to and from the T&M each night from the major hotels on the Las Vegas Strip and Downtown. The NFR is known as the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (for sponsorship reasons) and 2018 marked their 60th Anniversary. They have been coming to Las Vegas since 1985, attracting over 170,000 rodeo fans each year for the Superbowl of Rodeo. In 2020, the NFR was relocated to Arlington, Texas due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but returned to Las Vegas in 2021.

Thomas & Mack Center address: 4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas.

The South Point Arena & Equestrian Center holds many events throughout the year. Since opening in February 2006, The South Point Arena has quickly become the place cowboys come to play. Easily recognized as the nicest indoor Equestrian Facility in the country, more and more promoters and fans are also calling it home for non-equestrian events as well.

South Point Hotel & Casino address: 9777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas.

Skiing and Snowboarding

Lee Canyon on Mt. Charleston is located 47 miles northwest of Downtown Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort is at an elevation of 9,370 feet. It features 195 acres of slopes: 20% of the trails are for beginners, 60% are intermediate and 20% are advanced runs. They have three chairlifts, two quads and a triple – plus a tubing lift (the only one in Las Vegas). The longest run is 3,000 feet and there is a vertical drop of nearly 1,000 feet. TIP: Call for snow conditions 702-385-2754. Official Website

Address: 6725 Lee Canyon Rd., Mt. Charleston. Take U.S. 95 North to the Lee Canyon exit (Hwy 156), and head up the mountain.

Soccer

The Las Vegas Lights are a professional soccer team based in Las Vegas. The team made its debut in the United Soccer League in 2018 and they play their home games at Cashman Field in Downtown Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Lights play from March to October.

Cashman Field address: 850 N Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas.

Tennis / Pickleball

Tennis is very popular throughout the Las Vegas Valley and there are many places to play on and off the Las Vegas Strip.

All American Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 4 Tennis Courts,1551 S. Buffalo Dr.
Aloha Shores Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 2 Tennis Courts, 550 Sauer Dr.
Angel Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 2 Tennis Courts, 241 S. Durango Dr.
Ansan Sister City Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 2 Tennis Courts, 7801 Ducharme Ave.
Baskin Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 4 Tennis Courts, 2825 West Oakey Blvd.
Bruce Trent Park – City of Las Vegas Park with 2 Tennis Courts, 8851 Vegas Dr.
Capriola Park – City of Henderson Park with 1 Tennis Court, 2155 Via Firenze, Henderson
Charleston Heights Park with 1 Tennis Court – City of Las Vegas Park, 2210 Maverick St.
Charlie Frias Park with 1 Tennis Court – Clark County Park, 5250 W Tropicana Ave.
Cheyenne Sports Complex with 5 Tennis Courts – City of North Las Vegas Park, 3500 East Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas
Children’s Memorial Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 6663 W. Gowan Rd.
Cinnamon Ridge Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 825 Burkholder Blvd., Henderson
Craig Ranch Regional Park with 6 Tennis Courts – City of North Las Vegas Park, 628 West Craig Rd, North Las Vegas
Darling Memorial Tennis Center with 23 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 7901 W. Washington Ave.
Desert Horizons Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of North Las Vegas Park, 3750 Simmons St, North Las Vegas
Dexter Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 800 Upland Blvd
Discovery Park with 2 Tennis Courts -City of Henderson Park, 2011 Paseo Verde Pkwy., Henderson
Dos Escuelas Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park,1 Golden View Dr., Henderson
Duck Creek Park with 1 Tennis Court – Clark County Park, 8650 Pollock Dr.
Durango Hills Park with 1 Tennis Court – City of Las Vegas Park, 3521 Durango Dr.
Gardens Park with 1 Tennis Court – Clark County Park, 10401 Garden Park Dr.
Garehime Heights Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 3585 N. Campbell Dr.
Hidden Palms Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 8855 Hidden Palms Pkwy
Laurelwood Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 4300 Newcastle Road
Lone Mountain Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 4425 N Jensen Street
Lorenzi Park with 10 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 3333 West Washington Ave.
Madeira Canyon Park with 4 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 2390 Democracy Dr., Henderson
Mesa Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 5401 Mesa Park Dr.
Mountain Ridge Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 7176 Oso Blanca Rd.
Nature Discovery Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of North Las Vegas Park, 2627 Nature Park Dr., North Las Vegas
Nevada Trails with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 7075 Mardon Ave
O’Callaghan Park with 4 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 601 Skyline Rd., Henderson
Paradise Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 4775 McLeod Dr.
Paseo Verde Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 1851 Paseo Verde Pkwy., Henderson
Paul Meyer Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 4525 New Forest Dr.
Pecos Legacy Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 150 Pecos Rd., Henderson
Plaza Hotel & Casino with 12 permanent pickleball courts and 1 championship court. 1 Main Street
Police Memorial Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 3260 Metro Academy Way
Puccini Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park,1899 Seven Hills Dr., Henderson
Rafael Rivera Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 2948 E. Stewart Ave
River Mountain Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 1941Appaloosa Dr., Henderson
Rodeo Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 810 Aspen Peak Loop, Henderson
Siena Heights – Amargosa Trailhead with 3 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 2570 Siena Heights Dr., Henderson
Silver Springs Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 1950 Silver Springs Pkwy., Henderson
Somerset Hills with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 10717 Valencia Hills St.
Sonata Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park,1550 Seven Hills Dr., Henderson
Spotted Leaf Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 2955 Spotted Leaf Lane
Stewart Park with 4 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 4748 Chantilly Ave
Sunny Springs Park with 4 Tennis Courts – City of Las Vegas Park, 7655 Golden Talon Ave
Sunridge Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 1010 Sandy Ridge Ave., Henderson
Sunrise Park with 2 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 2240 Linn Lane
Sunset Park with 8 Tennis Courts – Clark County Park, 2601 E. Sunset Rd,
Trail Canyon Park with 2 Tennis Courts – City of Henderson Park, 1065 Trail Canyon Rd., Henderson

Volleyball

In 2023, the Vegas Thrill were one of seven teams announced to play in the newly established Pro Volleyball Federation, starting in 2024. Home games take place from February to May in the 6,000-seat Lee’s Family Forum.

Lee’s Family Forum address: 200 S Green Valley Parkway, Henderson