The National Park Service warns quicksand has been found along Lake Powell shorelines and drainages at Glen Canyon NRA. Know the signs and simple steps to stay safe.

A toucan nicknamed Sam has been sighted across northwest Las Vegas for months; volunteers have set traps and ask residents to report sightings rather than feed or chase it.

Las Vegas is building an $18.9M outdoor Olympic pool at Pavilion Center, set to open this spring with grants and local donations fueling the build.

NPS researchers found Heterobilharzia eggs in raccoon scat at Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, but officials say infection risk for dogs is low and urge caution near vegetated shorelines.

The City of Las Vegas will give free drought‑tolerant shade trees — plus installation and irrigation — to homeowners in six heat‑vulnerable ZIP codes, funded with $5M in federal grants.

Las Vegas is creating Desert Flow at Southwest Ridge Bike Skills Park, a 17-acre cycling park with a range of trails and obstacles for all skill levels, along with amenities for community gathering.

Death Valley National Park seeks public help to find individuals behind illegal off-roading, damaging rare desert plants and ecosystems. A white 2021 Toyota Tacoma is suspected; tips are encouraged.

Henderson's Cornerstone Park is set to receive a facelift, including new amenities like a dog park and expanded picnic area, following community feedback. Construction begins in February with some areas being temporarily closed.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife introduced a plan to enhance wildlife connectivity across the state, focusing on barrier identification, habitat connection, and conservation efforts.

Multiple breaks in the Transcanyon Waterline cut supplies to Phantom Ranch and inner‑canyon sites; crews are repairing the line and hikers must treat or carry water.

Mount Charleston is expected to be very busy over the MLK weekend and officials say current snow cover is insufficient for safe sledding. Expect delays and plan ahead.

Reno's 2026 Junior Ranger Program offers outdoor learning opportunities for all ages to explore parks and earn a ranger badge, with two monthly activities and no RSVP required.

NDOW celebrates the successful restoration of a crucial refuge pond for the endangered Pahranagat roundtail chub, with 1,000 hatchery-reared fish ready to repopulate.