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Here's a rundown of top parks in the city. Did your favorite make the cut?

Las Vegas residents are concerned about the water quality at Floyd Lamb Park after dead wildlife and no-fishing signs appeared. The city is conducting water tests.

Grand Canyon National Park resumes overnight lodging after successful repairs to its critical Transcanyon Waterline, signalling a move towards normalcy despite ongoing Stage 3 water restrictions.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department named a park after the late Lt. Erik Lloyd, a 30-year veteran, commemorating his service and charitable efforts.

Construction has begun on Somerset Park's water system to fix leaks and sinkholes, causing disruptions but allowing residents to remain at home during repairs.

Toxic algae blooms have been reported in several areas of Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, prompting warnings against swimming and pet activities in the affected waters.

Las Vegas inaugurated Battle Born Park, featuring a playground, fields, and splash pad, with involvement from local students and community activities.

Lee Canyon is extending its mountain bike season into November and has opened a new trail featuring gap jumps and a wooden drop designed for expert riders.

Lee Canyon Resort opens for skiing with a unique ski and mountain bike event, starting its season early due to improved snowmaking capabilities and favorable weather.

North Las Vegas announces a strategic plan to revitalize public spaces, funded by a $58 million BLM grant for three projects: a children's park, nature trails, and a park expansion.

Clark County opens the Lt. Erik Lloyd Memorial Park with family-friendly festivities and tributes to the late police officer, featuring amenities like dog runs, pickleball courts, and a splash pad.

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police and the community opened the Lt. Erik Lloyd Memorial Park, offering activities and amenities like a splash pad and picnic areas.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposes protecting the bleached sandhill skipper under the Endangered Species Act due to habitat threats in Nevada.

The U.S. Department of the Interior has halted new mining claims on 308,890 acres in Ash Meadows and Amargosa Valley for two years, aiding local ecological conservation efforts.

A recent snowstorm brought 35 inches of snow to Lee Canyon Ski Resort in Las Vegas, allowing all lifts to open and attracting over 1,000 winter sports enthusiasts.

North Las Vegas won four awards at the NRPS Conference for their outstanding parks and recreation programs, including cultural events, heritage preservation, and youth enrichment.

North Las Vegas has been recognized as a "Tree City USA" by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to urban forestry and meeting the required tree care standards.

The Kiel Ranch Historic Park in North Las Vegas has been restored with a $150,000 investment, focusing on sustainability and heritage, including a historic orchard set to help combat urban heat and food insecurity.

Mojave Max, a desert tortoise in Southern Nevada, set a new record for his latest spring emergence due to fluctuating weather. His burrow exit draws local interest in climate patterns.

Henderson is a finalist for the 2025 Gold Medal Award in park and recreation services, previously winning in 2014 and 1999, and boasts top-ranking parks and amenities.

North Las Vegas celebrates Parks and Recreation Month in July with a series of community events including a pool party, movie night, and treasure hunt.

Las Vegas Parks and Recreation invites families to the free Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz on Sept. 13, offering games, a plant/seed exchange, and citizen science activities.

Reno installed ADA restrooms in several parks, funded by $1,056,000 in CPF, with contributions from political figures, highlighting a move towards inclusivity.

Nevada State Parks offers free admission, camping, and boating on National Public Lands Day, September 27, with special programs and activities across the state.

The Nevada Conservation League warns the government shutdown could harm the state's outdoor recreation industry.

Las Vegas is distributing 2,300 free trees to combat urban heat in select neighborhoods as part of a sustainability initiative aiming for climate resilience and energy cost reduction.

Springs Preserve's Butterfly Habitat exhibit, featuring native American butterfly species, opened on October 4 and will remain until November 24 to educate visitors about the insects' roles in ecosystems.

Las Vegas is building a new dog park by East Las Vegas Family Park, featuring separated play areas, shade, and watering spots, set to open by July 2026.

North Las Vegas's "Paws in the Park" Halloween event returns on October 25 with a costume contest, activities, and services like vaccinations and microchipping.

Las Vegas invites residents to discuss its Urban Forestry Master Plan, focusing on expanding the tree canopy to combat heat and enhance the city's sustainability.

The City of Henderson Government celebrated the opening of its 75th park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Sentiero Park, including basketball courts, picnic areas, and a playground.

The Northern Lights appeared in Las Vegas due to a geomagnetic storm, and residents shared the experience on social media. The event was expected to last multiple days.

Reno celebrates the renovation of Mira Loma Sports Courts, including tennis and basketball upgrades, with an event featuring Councilmember Miguel Martinez and treats for attendees.

Reno's Valley Wood Park introduced educational signs to inform visitors about local ecosystems, initiated by the Valley Wood Wildlife Gardens Task Force and supported by Councilmember Taylor.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife has installed a new Motus tower at the Gary and Lajetta Atwood Preserve to track wildlife for improved conservation efforts.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife advises the public on deterring bears, following an incident where a bear entered a home and scratched an 87-year-old man, causing minor injuries.

Las Vegas has completed the renovation of Cragin Park, boasting upgraded sports fields, a play structure, walking path, and an outdoor learning area for community use.

Henderson's Parks and Recreation Department has won its fourth award from CAPRA and NPRA, being the only accredited agency in Nevada and one among 222 nationwide.

Inside Floyd Lamb Park, Nevada's Las Vegas State Tree Nursery uses crews from the Jean Conservation Camp to raise native, drought‑adapted plants for restoration projects.

Two canyoneers were hoisted to safety at First Creek after their ropes jammed on the Old Bill route.

Councilwoman Allen-Palenske will inaugurate a new playground at Police Memorial Park in Las Vegas, reflecting extensive park renovations funded by the city and donations.

North Las Vegas is seeking public feedback on park and recreation planning, using surveys and interactive tools for residents to influence the allocation of resources and facilities.

Henderson's Parks and Recreation programs have seen remarkable engagement with new parks, high class registrations, event attendance, meal services, youth programs, and sports activities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 cougar and coyotes have been reported near homes across Southern Nevada this week. Wildlife officials urge removing attractants and keeping pets inside.

Water managers and conservation groups say a Desert Bloom pumped‑storage plan at Blue Diamond Hill would demand thousands of acre‑feet and pose risks to Red Rock’s habitat. Regulators will now weigh feasibility, water rights and environmental reviews.

Henderson's City Council approved a 10-year parks master plan Tuesday — a blueprint with 100+ action items that now ties into a June ballot on renewing parks funding.

Tule Springs Regional Park has remained closed as neighbors and officials blame a dispute between the Villages HOA and the park manager. City leaders say they're weighing legal action.

BLM will begin an April 1 gather to remove about 500 burros around Beatty, sparking protests and renewed scrutiny of the agency's holding and adoption practices.

Henderson will top up SNWA’s cash‑for‑grass program with a $575 rebate and added tree bonuses to encourage desert‑friendly yards. Applicants must be approved by SNWA first.

Grand Canyon National Park will reopen limited day access to the North Rim at 6 a.m. on May 15, 2026, after the Dragon Bravo Fire. Scenic overlooks and some trail access return, but overnight services will remain offline.

A portion of Summerlin’s planned 90-acre Grand Park opened last Thursday, adding sports fields, courts and a splash pad to Grand Park Village. The new section is already being used for youth sports and family outings.

Conservationists appealed to the Ninth Circuit after a judge cleared Ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge lithium project, saying it threatens Tiehm's buckwheat.

A Summerlin woman and her 25‑lb dog were chased and stung by an aggressive bee swarm at Cottonwood Canyon Park. Officials urge caution for pets and children.

A homeowner's motion-activated camera filmed a mountain lion in a Mountains Edge backyard near Durango Drive. Nevada wildlife officials share safety steps and a reporting line.

Clark County unveiled four new youth diamonds at Desert Breeze Park and opened the Mike Aker Adaptive Field — a publicly managed, inclusive diamond for players of all abilities.

Clark County DCP is seeking federal funds to buy the six-acre Rainbow Owl Preserve in northwest Las Vegas for just over $3 million; public comment is open through June 3.

Nevada announced $42 million in Conserve Nevada grants for trails, habitat restoration and park upgrades statewide, with the largest award going to Las Vegas' Springs Preserve.

Cedar City's air tanker base shattered its single‑day dispatch record twice this week, sending nearly 160,000 gallons of retardant as crews fought fires across three states.

Henderson is formalizing hidden desert tracks into a roughly 1,300‑acre Black Mountain Nature Preserve with formal trails and overlooks. Funding and design work are underway.

Park rangers seek help identifying a tourist who damaged a Hopi headpiece inside the Desert View Watchtower on June 17. The artifact, by Fred Kabotie, is now secured while investigators gather tips.

A trail camera at the Springs Preserve recorded a lone Woodhouse’s toad calling in the Cienega — the first recorded toad at the site since the 1960s.

Supporters are pressing to protect roughly 32,000 acres east of Las Vegas, citing rare geology, tribal sites and the endangered Las Vegas bear poppy. They say a monument would also secure free outdoor access for east-side neighborhoods.

Crews have poured courts and installed lights at the $12M, 24‑court pickleball complex at Wayne Bunker Park as the city eyes a January 2027 ribbon cutting.

WalletHub’s 2026 analysis ranks Atlanta fourth among the 100 largest U.S. cities for recreation, with top marks for parks spending and public pools — but uneven access remains.