Spring Mountains Forest
Spring Mountains Forest is an alpine and montane ecosystem just northwest of Las Vegas, offering high-elevation trails, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and access to Mount Charleston.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Great Basin |
| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| County | Clark County |
| District | Spring Mountains |
| City | Las Vegas |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 36.3 |
| Longitude | -115.6 |
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6:12 PM LOCAL TIMESpring Mountains Forest spans the high elevations and rugged terrain northwest of Las Vegas, acting as a cool-weather escape and trailhead zone. The area is characterized by pine-cedar forests, alpine meadows, and alpine lakes at higher altitudes, accessible via a network of marked trails and roads. Key features include Mount Charleston and nearby trail corridors for hiking, snowshoeing, and winter recreation. Visitors come for relatively cool temperatures in summer, year-round scenic drives, and access to services and amenities from nearby highway junctions. Weather can change quickly with altitude—plan for sudden storms, variable visibility, and layered clothing.
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