Colorado River Heritage Greenway Park & Trails
Colorado River Heritage Greenway Park & Trails Overview
The project opened to visitors in 2012 consisting of 9 miles of trails in the Laughlin area for bicyclists, pedestrians, and equestrian riders, and includes expansion of the Laughlin Riverwalk, fully developed restrooms and trailheads, picnic sites, shade shelters, fishing piers, and a highway pedestrian bridge overpass and underpass providing access to the Colorado River, with Davis Dam as its backdrop.
Visitors of all abilities can enjoy the trails and accessible fishing areas.
The Colorado River Heritage project is part of a larger regional trails system designed to link Laughlin and the surrounding community to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area and parts of Arizona.
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Location
The Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trails is located at 1555 S. Casino Drive – Laughlin, NV 89029.
Hours
The Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trails is open daily with the hours below:
- Monday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Tuesday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Wednesday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Thursday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Friday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Saturday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Sunday 6:00 am – 11:00 pm
Parking
Each time I have been to the Colorado River Heritage Greenway, there have been plenty of parking and I’ve never had to wait for a space.
The only downside is that there is no shaded parking so, during warmer days, your car will bake in the sun. Click here to view top-rated car shades to keep your car cooler.
Fees
There is no fee to enjoy the Colorado River Heritage Greenway trails.
What to Take
The trails are short and easy so nothing unusual is needed to enjoy this area.
I would recommend a few of my favorite items for short trails like my reflective umbrella or hiking hat to keep the sun rays down and my water bottle sling.
Trailheads
The Bridge Trailhead starts above the parking lot at the corner of State Road 163 and Casino Drive. Trailhead amenities include parking, restroom, and water.
The Equestrian Trailhead is located on Davis Dam Road north of SR 163. This is the starting point for the Equestrian Trail, the Dam Overlook Trail, and the Desert Trail. The Trailheads start to the right of the facilities. Trailhead amenities included vault toilets and limited parking. There are corals and parking for horse trailers.
The Northreach Trailhead starts north of the Bridge Trailhead and is reachable from westbound SR163 (Casino Drive northbound then left on SR163, take the 1st right). Trailhead amenities include parking, restrooms, and water.
The Pyramid Canyon Trailhead is located on Davis Dam Road across the River from Davis Dam. The Trailhead to the River Front Trail starts just south of the entrance to the Pyramid Canyon. Trailhead amenities include parking, restrooms, and water. There are shelters available with BBQ grills for picnicking. The shelters can be reserved for group use by contacting the Clark County Parks and Recreation Department in Laughlin, NV.
Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trails
- Contractor’s Camp Trail – 0.3 miles
- Davis Dam Trail – 1 mile
- Desert Trail – 2.23 miles
- High Desert Trail – 1.5 miles
- Horseshoe Trail – 2.75 miles
- Pyramid Canyon Loop Trail – 0.5 miles
- Spur to Laughlin High School – 2.8 miles
- The Heritage Trails Loop – 2 miles
Outside the park boundaries you will find:
- Dam Overlook Trail is a moderate 0.8-mile trail made of native soil, perfect for hikers or mountain bikes. No horseback riding is permitted on this trail, and water is not available.
- Desert Trail is 2.8 miles easy trail that is relatively flat throughout and is a hard, packed surface. This trail runs through the desert, native wildlife may be encountered and no water is available throughout the route. Ideal for horseback riding, hikers, and mountain biking.
- Horseshow Trail is a moderate 2.7 miles trail made of native soil, perfect for horses, hikers, and mountain biking. No water is available throughout the trail.
- Riverfront Trail is an easy 1.7 miles trail comprised of a hard, packed surface that is relatively flat throughout. This trail is also handicap accessible, easily accommodating a wheelchair. Water is available throughout the trail.
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Resources Used
- Clark County Website
- Clark County Website flyer. pdf
- Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trail map
Colorado River Heritage Greenway Park & Trails