Mount Charleston

The Raintree trail is a popular 2.7-mile trek (each way) that takes hikers through scenic forests, past epic views and culminates in what many believe to be the oldest living thing in Nevada, a 3,000-year-old massive bristlecone tree.

Over 1 million visitors a year take advantage of the scenic views, hiking, skiing, & more at Mt Charleston. Read on to find out the best 15 things to do!

Just a 45 minute drive from Las Vegas, you’ll find the best easy hiking trails Mt Charleston has to offer!

A quick stop on the scenic highway 158, the Desert View Overlook is great for all ages and offers a unique vantage into history along with sweeping views.

Nestled in the heart of the Mt. Charleston Wilderness area, Robbers’ Roost Trail tells a legendary tale of a horse thieves’ hideout in the late 1800s.

Eagle’s Nest Trail in Mt. Charleston, NV is an easy hike with beautiful views of Cathedral Rock, the Spring Mountains and seasonal wildflowers.

Fletcher Canyon Trail is a moderate hike with beautiful views of the Spring Mountains, seasonal wildflowers and ends in an captivating journey through a variety of towering slot canyons.

The Mt. Charleston Visitor Center (aka Springs Mountains Visitor Gateway) is the doorway to the famed Spring Mountains National Recreation Area and the 11,916’ tall Mt. Charleston.

Just 45 minutes from Las Vegas, you’ll find the stunning Cathedral Rock trail in Mt. Charleston. This 2.8-mile hike is sure to satisfy your wanderlust.

Nestled under the shadows of Mt Charelston, you’ll find a true hidden gem and our favorite disc golf course in the Las Vegas area: Lee Canyon Disc Golf.

The Bristlecone Loop Trail is located in the heart of the Mt Charleston wilderness area in Nevada near the Lee Canyon ski resort.  This easy to moderate hike is around 6.3 miles to complete and offers expansive views and pleasantly cooler temperatures than the Las Vegas valley.