Red Rock Canyon's entrance is ~5 minutes from most Summerlin villages. Add Calico Basin, Springs Preserve, and 250 miles of in-village trails — and you have a different reason to be outside every weekend.
13-mile one-way loop through the canyon. Easy ramps to short hikes (Calico Hills, Lost Creek, Ice Box Canyon). Best at sunrise. Timed-entry reservation Oct–May.
Free, no-reservation access just before the Red Rock fee booth. Boulders, easy trails, and the Red Spring Boardwalk — kid- and stroller-friendly.
180-acre nature campus: trails, gardens, museums, Butterfly Habitat, and the Origen Museum. Family pass for the year is the best deal in town.
250+ miles of paved and unpaved trails connecting villages, schools, parks, and the canyon. Run, ride, or walk between brunch spots.
| Hike | Distance | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calico Hills (1st Pullout) | 0.5–2 mi | Easy | Iconic red sandstone, scrambling for kids |
| Lost Creek / Children's Discovery Trail | 0.7 mi loop | Easy | Year-round waterfall after rain. Petroglyphs. |
| Ice Box Canyon | 2.6 mi RT | Moderate | Shaded — ideal in summer mornings. |
| Red Spring Boardwalk (Calico Basin) | 0.5 mi loop | Easy | Wheelchair/stroller accessible. No fee. |
| Pine Creek Canyon | 3 mi RT | Easy/Mod | Old homestead ruins, year-round creek. |
| Turtlehead Peak | 4.6 mi RT | Hard | Best summit views — not for first-timers. |
Heat is real — summer hikes only before 9 AM. Carry water (1L per hour). Tell someone your route.
Outdoor group fitness Tuesdays 7:30–8:30 PM at Downtown Summerlin, April–September.
Multiple local groups meet at Willow Park and Bruce Trent. Check the Summerlin Trail System app.
30+ miles of singletrack just south of Red Rock. Free, world-class, lightly trafficked weekdays.
One of the world's premier sandstone climbing destinations. Guided trips via Red Rock Climbing Center.
Public courts at Bruce Trent Park, Spring Valley Pkwy Park, and the Summerlin Council facilities for residents.
Host of the Shriners Children's Open. Public play available — book 30+ days out.
Summerlin's golf scene punches above its weight — TPC hosts a PGA Tour event, and three other clubs ring the master plan.
Home of the former Shriners Children's Open. Member events and guest-day play available — contact for 2026 schedule and rates. One of Las Vegas's most storied tournament layouts.
Two championship courses open to the public — Mountain and Palm. PGA Tour qualifying host. Closest public-play championship golf to Summerlin. Check angelpark.com for tee times and summer rates.
18 holes replicated from Jack Nicklaus's favorite layouts worldwide, all in one course. Public play available. Premium championship experience west of the Strip. Twilight rates available in summer.
Public and semi-private play in the northwest Las Vegas valley. A solid option when the closer courses are booked solid. Check current status and rates before heading out.
Summer golf in Las Vegas requires smart timing. Book pre-7 AM or twilight after 5 PM to avoid 105°F+ midday heat. Most courses offer discounted twilight rates June–September. Bring extra water.
The longtime PGA Tour event at TPC Summerlin is NOT scheduled for 2026. The tournament ended after 2024. TPC Summerlin remains open for member and guest play year-round.
Where to keep moving while you're in town — most options are walkable or a short drive from the village core.
Free outdoor group fitness every Tuesday evening (Apr–Sep) at The Lawn, Downtown Summerlin. The 7:30–8:30 PM timing is heat-safe and walkable for most of the neighborhood.
Free outdoor concert and festival at 8,500 ft elevation — naturally cool even in June. Plus downhill mountain biking and outdoor activities. Gates 9 AM, music noon.
Free outdoor yoga on the meadow at Red Rock Canyon State Park. All levels, bring your mat. Tue–Fri mornings. The canyon setting provides natural shade and cooler temperatures than the valley floor.
$23 per session at Red Rock Canyon Amphitheatre. 7–8 AM sunrise, 1,000+ participants. Six-session pack also available ($138). The premier heat-safe yoga experience of the Las Vegas summer.
Mommy-and-baby fitness at Tivoli Village, Tue/Thu/Fri 9–10 AM. Membership-based program combining stroller walks, strength training, and community for new and expecting moms.