Floyd Lamb Park sits in the northwest valley, about 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, and boasts four lakes, large cottonwoods, and a variety of wildlife hidden behind the entrance gate.
Our goal was a simple half-day outing where we could walk, watch birds, take photos, and spend time outside without committing to a long hike or a long drive. In short, we wanted to see whether Floyd Lamb Park is actually worth visiting for a casual nature day in Vegas.

What there is to do
This is more of an open-space park than a single attraction. Things you can do include:
- Walk the paved loop around four lakes
- Keep your eyes out for a variety of wildlife including ducks, geese, owls and more
- Visit historic ranch buildings from the Tule Springs era (The historic buildings are part of what was once a Tule Springs “divorce ranch,” where couples could establish residency in Nevada before finalizing divorces.)
- Stop by the bunny rescue when it is open, typically Saturdays
- Fish in designated ponds, which were clearly popular with many visitors on our trip
- Look out toward the Spring Mountains
- Use picnic tables and BBQ grills
- Ride mountain bike trails
- Use open space and a volleyball court near the day-use area

How long you actually need
- What the internet says: about 2 hours
- What we did: 2 hours, which felt right
During that time we:
- Walked the full lake loop
- Watched birds for a long stretch
- Stopped at the historic area, though the main tour building was closed
- Visited the bunny rescue
- Took many photos
You could stay longer if you brought a picnic or planned to fish, but two hours works well for a normal visit.
Crowds and timing
We arrived at 9:00 a.m. on a Saturday and the park was lightly visited. By 11:00 a.m. more people had arrived, including quite a few anglers set up around the ponds, but parking was still easy and the paths did not feel crowded.
If you want fewer people:
- Go early morning
- Go late afternoon
- Or visit on a weekday

Access, parking, and cost
Floyd Lamb Park is easy to reach by car, and Google Maps takes you directly to the entrance.
There is an entrance fee per vehicle.
- We paid $6 per car on our visit
- Day passes and annual passes are available
Parking is flat, plentiful, and close to the lakes and trails.
What we liked and what we did not
What worked for us
- The walking path is easy, scenic, and simple to follow
- There is a lot of visible wildlife
- It is very good for photography, especially with a zoom lens
- The bunny rescue was open when we visited, and you can look without adopting
- Some Saturdays have food trucks

What we will remember the most
- Watching two ravens try to chase a great horned owl from a tree
- Seeing geese splash, flap, and get territorial in the water
- Spotting several peacocks wandering the grounds
- Watching a woman in a wedding dress take photos among the historic buildings with the Spring Mountains in the background
What we liked less
- Bird droppings are everywhere, so you have to watch your step
- The historic tour building was closed, and visiting hours were unclear
- It was windy and chilly in January, around the high 50s, which made it feel colder than expected
Would we go back?
Yes.
We want to return in:
- Spring for mating season
- Early summer to see baby birds
For us, this is a repeat-visit park, especially for wildlife watching and photography.

Who we would recommend this to
This works well for:
- Photographers
- Bird lovers
- Nature lovers
- People wanting to fish
- Anyone who enjoys gentle nature walks
The paths are mostly flat and easy to follow. Some educational signs are faded, but the readable ones are useful.
Nearby ideas
If you are planning a northwest Vegas day:
- Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive for big desert views
- Mount Charleston for cooler temperatures and forest trails
- Valley of Fire for colorful sandstone and hiking
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