Guidebook for Henderson
Parks & Nature
Quick access to desert wilderness, just around the corner from my place. Hiking, Mountain Biking, Running on well-maintained single and double-track.
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McCullough Hills Trailhead
295 East Mission DriveQuick access to desert wilderness, just around the corner from my place. Hiking, Mountain Biking, Running on well-maintained single and double-track.
Hiking among amazing sandstone formations.
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I-Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
1000 Scenic Loop DriveHiking among amazing sandstone formations.
Your best option for a quick hike into the Grand Canyon from the South Rim.
We're both somewhat experienced hikers, and on a fine late April weekend it took us 2 hours or so to hike the 3 miles round trip to Cedar Ridge and back, the perfect vantage point for experiencing the Canyon up close. Can't wait for next time, with more time, when for sure we'll descend further into the Canyon on South Kaibab Trail.
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South Kaibab Trailhead
5 South Kaibab TrailYour best option for a quick hike into the Grand Canyon from the South Rim.
We're both somewhat experienced hikers, and on a fine late April weekend it took us 2 hours or so to hike the 3 miles round trip to Cedar Ridge and back, the perfect vantage point for experiencing the Canyon up close. Can't wait for next time, with more time, when for sure we'll descend further into the Canyon on South Kaibab Trail.
Drinks & Nightlife
It's often said about Las Vegas locals that casinos are our Main Street. The GVR is the best example of that creed. There's a movie theater, an outdoor shopping mall, and of course all the dining, night-life and other amenities that you'd expect at a large casino resort.
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Casino at Green Valley Ranch Resort
2300 Paseo Verde PkwyIt's often said about Las Vegas locals that casinos are our Main Street. The GVR is the best example of that creed. There's a movie theater, an outdoor shopping mall, and of course all the dining, night-life and other amenities that you'd expect at a large casino resort.
A recent addition to downtown Henderson's vibrant micro-brewery scene.
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Lovelady Brewing Company
20 S Water StA recent addition to downtown Henderson's vibrant micro-brewery scene.
Drop Bar
2300 Paseo Verde PkwyBest cocktail bar in the neighborhood.
Check out the happy hour in Lucille's bar, from 9PM to close.
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Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
2245 Village Walk DrCheck out the happy hour in Lucille's bar, from 9PM to close.
Food Scene
Mi Peru is a short-walk from the house and was unknown until winning recently winning best Latin American restaurant in Las Vegas.
Mi Peru - Peruvian Restaurant
1450 W Horizon Ridge PkwyMi Peru is a short-walk from the house and was unknown until winning recently winning best Latin American restaurant in Las Vegas.
One of Vegas' promising new brunch spots. Just around the corner from my place.
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Kitchen Table
1716 W Horizon Ridge PkwyOne of Vegas' promising new brunch spots. Just around the corner from my place.
Local tip. Great fresh cooking. Possibility to dine al fresco.
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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
1275 W Warm Springs RdLocal tip. Great fresh cooking. Possibility to dine al fresco.
Everything about Chef Marc's is just as it should be. A charming locale on the intimately small side in a quiet location off-Strip. Fresh, expertly prepared menu. Wonderful service, including having Chef Marc checking in with our table during and after the meal. So far, my favorite Italian restaurant in Las Vegas.
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Chef Marc's Trattoria
3224 Moonflower DriveEverything about Chef Marc's is just as it should be. A charming locale on the intimately small side in a quiet location off-Strip. Fresh, expertly prepared menu. Wonderful service, including having Chef Marc checking in with our table during and after the meal. So far, my favorite Italian restaurant in Las Vegas.
Sushi Bay
2603 Windmill PkwyGreat value, small hidden spot, my favorite sushi in town.
Essentials
Sprouts Farmers Market
3365 E Tropicana AveLike Whole Foods, just better and cheaper.
Sightseeing
Hoover Dam is a marvel of early 20th century engineering in an amazing setting.
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I-Hoover Dam
Hoover Dam is a marvel of early 20th century engineering in an amazing setting.
Recommendation from a recent guest, Maria:
"The ghost town was awesome - I highly recommend it. It's actually the Techatticup Mine right outside of Nelson.
7 people live there.
The property is really awesome - lots of old cars and gas station pumps, a crashed plane from a film set, and tons of junk from the past inside the store.
The gold mine tour itself was so interesting - there is definitely still plenty of gold inside there. Their last tour is at 2pm. The Colorado River is also 5 miles away and there's an area where people swim.
Hope you have a chance to check it out."
Techatticup Mine
Recommendation from a recent guest, Maria:
"The ghost town was awesome - I highly recommend it. It's actually the Techatticup Mine right outside of Nelson.
7 people live there.
The property is really awesome - lots of old cars and gas station pumps, a crashed plane from a film set, and tons of junk from the past inside the store.
The gold mine tour itself was so interesting - there is definitely still plenty of gold inside there. Their last tour is at 2pm. The Colorado River is also 5 miles away and there's an area where people swim.
Hope you have a chance to check it out."
Entertainment & Activities
Amazing way to see the Strip or Grand Canyon is on a helicopter tour with Maverick. Great local team. Highly recommend the experience.
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Maverick Helicopters
6075 S Las Vegas BlvdAmazing way to see the Strip or Grand Canyon is on a helicopter tour with Maverick. Great local team. Highly recommend the experience.
Shopping
Wonderful location (on San Francisco Street, directly across from the Artists' Coop), selection and service. Really enjoyed visiting and interacting with the shop on my recent visit to Flagstaff.
All the inventory is lovingly curated and displayed by the owner.
Some very interesting and rare Navajo pieces for example.
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Puchteca Indian Goods
Wonderful location (on San Francisco Street, directly across from the Artists' Coop), selection and service. Really enjoyed visiting and interacting with the shop on my recent visit to Flagstaff.
All the inventory is lovingly curated and displayed by the owner.
Some very interesting and rare Navajo pieces for example.