| Places of Interest in and
around Pahrump are listed for you here. Although Pahrump
is a relatively small community, there are lots of
activities and lots of things to do and see.
Bob Ruud Community Center
Petrack Park
McCullough Rodeo Arena
Community Swimming Pool
Pahrump
Valley Museum
(401 E. Basin Avenue, Pahrump,
89060, 775-751-1970)
All of these facilities are located within
a stones throw of one another at the corner of 160 and
Basin Ave. Here you will find a full rodeo arena which
sees quite a bit of activity. A variety of events are
held here each season. The park contains softball
diamonds which heat up with league action and a playground
with newly installed equipment for the kids. The Pahrump
Town Office handles the events for all of these places.
They are each available for private use by making
arrangements with the Town Office 727-5107.
Honeysuckle Park & Skate Park
Located between Pahrump Valley Blvd. and Dandelion on
Honeysuckle, this location offers a variety of activity.
Here you will find Soccer fields, Little League Diamonds,
Baseball fields, an open pavilion, play equipment, snack
stand for events and a newly completed skate park. The
fields are well kept and the park is lined by fabulous
trees. Pahrump Little League and AYSO Soccer are just of
the few organizations that utilize this well planned park.
Pahrump Valley Speedway
Calling all racing fans! Come and visit one of the
few remaining dirt racing tracks in the country. Here you
can cheer on drivers in a variety of classes including
dwarfs, street stock, I.M.C.A. modifieds and kids go-cart
races. For schedule and information contact the speedway
at (775) 727-7172
Located at 301N. Oyster Street, Pahrump, Nevada 89048
Spring Mountain National Recreation
Area, Carpenter Canyon, Trout Canyon and Wheeler Pass
Historic sites, hunting, mountain springs,
mountain biking, hiking, picnicking and camping are all
available here. For information contact U.S. Forest
Service at (702) 873-8800
Historic Sights:
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Rhyolite
Located 120 miles North of Las Vegas, this town was
originated when gold was discovered. The town prospered
for awhile and was comprised of 45 saloons, an opera
house, a telephone company, several hotels, a bank and a
variety of other businesses. Rhyolite is now famous as
one of the best ghost towns to visit.
Goldfield
Founded due to both gold and silver finds in 1902, one
can still visit some of the most interesting of historical
buildings including the four story Goldfield hotel (1908),
the brick Goldfield High School, Santa Fe Saloon, the
grand Esmeralda County Courthouse and the former
telephone, telegraph building. Located 180 miles North of
Las Vegas off of Highway 95. Call (775) 485-6365 for
information.
China Ranch Date Farm
Located in Tecopa, California and only 45
min from Pahrump, this is truly an oasis in the desert.
Not only interesting because of the date farming and the
availability of such delights as packaged dates, date
shakes, date-nut bread jam and jellies, China Ranch is
also rich in history. You'll learn about geology, botany,
birds, early man in the area, the old Spanish trail and
other fascinating tid bits. For information call (760)
852-4415.
Mt. Charleston
Three state highways, State Route 156,
State Route 157 and State Route 158, link US 95 with the
majestic 11,918 foot Mt. Charleston. As you gain
elevation, you will see the change in vegetation, from
sagebrush to towering pines. Wildlife includes wild
horses, Golden eagle, owls, deer, fox, hawks and desert
tortoise. Huge choices of recreational opportunities
await. There is a ski area with more than 12 runs and an
up to 12 foot snow pack. The temperatures in Summer is at
least 20 degrees cooler
than in Las Vegas. The cooler temperatures attract hikers,
campers and picnickers.
Red Rock Canyon
Located close to Las Vegas off of Hwy 160
lays the 83,100 acre Red Rock national Conservation Area.
The start of your tour should start at the Red Rock
Visitors Center. The center is operated by that Bureau of
Land management. Inside are wonderful displays explaining
the Geology, history, plant and animal life, archeology
and recreational opportunities regarding the area.
The Las Vegas Strip
Located 63 miles from Pahrump is the world
famous Las Vegas Strip. Every few hundred feet there is a
dramatic change in scenery. The giant Egyptian pyramid is
next to a medieval castle. Next you will see the Statue of
Liberty and the skyline of New York. Further still is the
Roman temple followed by a fiery volcano and a Caribbean
lagoon in which two sailing ships are engaged in a fierce
battle. Everything is larger, brighter, louder, faster
and more visually powering than any place you have ever
been before. |
