Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows
The Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows winds through groves of mesquite trees and crosses over the springs containing the famous pupfish. The length of the boardwalk is approximately 0.5 miles round trip and is wheelchair accessible. No bicycles allowed.
Benches are provided at King’s Pool for you to enjoy lunch and watch the pupfish frolic in the crystal blue waters. This species of fish has survived in these waters since mammoths roamed the area and this is the only place in the world they exist.
Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Overview
Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Amenities
After your stroll through the Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows, take a break and have lunch at one of the picnic tables provided for visitors.
Trailhead amenities also include an open parking lot, trash receptacles, recycling bins, restrooms, and an information board.
Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Location
Point of Rocks is located within the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, which is about 2 hours northwest of Las Vegas. Click here to view the Ash Meadow Map for detailed directions.
Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Hours
The Ash Meadows Wildlife Refuge is a day-use area, which is open from sunrise to sunset.
Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Fees
There is no entrance fee to access the Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows.
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Point of Rocks Boardwalk at Ash Meadows Photos
The start of the boardwalk at Point of Rocks.
Bench area to relax and watch for pupfish at the Kings Pool.
IMO Kings Pool has the best opportunity to see pupfish and here’s a little cutie swimming near the top of the water.
A little blue friend enjoying the sunshine on a branch.