Springs Preserve

We always have a great time at the preserve. Things are kept pretty clean, the playground is awesome, the museum always has exhibits that keep the kids interested in learning. The vegetation at the springs is awe inspiring considering it is the middle of the Las Vegas desert, the butterfly habitat is gorgeous, and they rent out bikes to explore the trails. They have a picnic area near to a play area and sandbox as well as some little "waterfalls" cooking down the side of the tall wall to help you cool off during the summer. We have the family pass which allows us access an hour earlier than they are opened to the public, gives us a discount at their restaurant (which serves pretty excellent food, beer and wine) and which is located above the nature exchange. The nature exchange is yet another excellent way to get kids out and learning about nature. Nevada state museum is also on the premises and is included in general admission price to the preserve. The springs preserve is a must visit.
5 7 years ago (13-04-2018)

It was very relaxing to get to walk around the botanical gardens and see all the beautiful plants. They were even labeled which was nice. The butterfly exhibit was refreshing and the guides inside were very informative about the species around you. There is a museum there that I did not get time to check out. There was a neat "hands-on" area for learning about energy and conservation which had a lot of things to make me wonder why we don't use some of those ideas already... They have a small area of some live animals to observe which I was surprised about to include a fox. There was a couple other areas but there is just so much there and not enough time in the day to see it all with actually learning and appreciation what you're seeing. It's definitely worth going more than one trip!
5 7 years ago (09-05-2018)

There is a lot to do at Springs Preserve, too much to do it all in one day. The museums are perfectly designed to appeal to kids and teach some good lessons - I can't imagine a more entertaining sustainability exhibit, it's probably not possible. The gardens are lovely, sight, smell, sound and feel. Plenty of shade. The playground is great. The cafe serves actually really good food that's not too too expensive. We didn't have a chance to see the small animals. I'd love to go back and rent a bike to ride on the trails.
5 7 years ago (04-04-2018)

Springs Preserves are a wonderful place to take the family. If you go in the mornings, you can enjoy the outdoor gardens (lots of shade). They're nicely designed and we'll kept. The Origen Museum is also a great, hands-on museum for children of all ages. We also like hitting up the Divine Cafe for lunch. Food is outstanding and the view of the city is amazing.
5 7 years ago (25-05-2018)

Fun and family friendly place to get some local Las Vegas history from different perspectives. See what our city looked like before the Strip existed, find out what creatures inhabited this desert before humans did, learn some ways to conserve and recycle, and check out the travelling exhibit that changes several times per year. They also host many kid friendly and some adult only events that are open to the public, as well as private events. Be sure to check out the gift shop, too. They sell a variety of unique art and decor, along with fun souvenirs and toys.
5 7 years ago (01-05-2018)