Landmine Loop

New 33

Deadhorse Loop

New 33/Badger Pass Loop

= Power Lines

Trail and Desert Information

There are six suggested loop rides.  These are designed to be useful for newcomers to these trails.  Additional signed trails that are not part of a designated loop are also open.  Once you become familiar with the trail system you may ride the trails in any combination you like.

Weather conditions in the desert can vary dramatically.  Daytime winter temperatures can range from the low 50s to mid 60s.  Overnight winter temperatures can be below freezing.  Summertime temperatures hover in the low 100s during the day and nighttime temperatures are cooler here than in Las Vegas.

You are riding in a valley in the shadow of the Spring Mountains Range and the weather can change quickly.  You may be out longer than you anticipated and might need warmer clothing.

Be sure to prepare for your ride:  bring snacks and water.  A general rule of thumb is to carry one gallon of water per person per day.  The unexpected CAN happen and your ultimate survival may depend on what you have with you on your ride.

Let someone know where you plan to ride and your anticipated time of return.

If you are horseback riding, bring water with you and offer it to your horse at your trailer before and after your ride.  Some years in the desert are very dry and water at the spring sites and troughs is critical to wildlife survival.  If you do need to water your horse at a water trough, be conservative and leave water available for wildlife.  Do not linger at water sites.  Horseback riders should be sure their horses are in good health and vaccinated to avoid transmitting diseases to wild horses and burros.  Please use certified weed-free hay where available.

Mountain bike riders should bring a spare tube, patch kit and a pump as well as basic bike tools for on-the-trail-repairs.

Water at the spring sites and troughs is not potable and should not be used by trail users for their personal water.

Please do not remove rocks or plants from the Conservation Area and do not disturb or damage cultural sites.  For rock or plant collections please call the BLM office at 702.515.5000.

For additional hiking and horseback trail riding opportunities outside of the Cottonwood Valley Trail System. please visit the Red Rock Visitor Center.