This is a great spot to go if you want to get out of the city and experience the nature Las Vegas has to offer. To get to the trailhead: Red Spring Picnic Area is located off Calico Basin Road, just north of State Route 159, 1.4 miles east of the Scenic Drive in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. From Las Vegas, take Interstate 15 to exit 42 and follow Route 95 west for 5 miles (heading toward Reno). Take exit 81A for Summerlin Parkway and drive 6.5 miles, using a ramp on the right to get on Clack County Route 215 South. Drive 2.2 miles, taking exit 26 to reach an intersection with Route 159 (Charleston Boulevard). Turn right and drive 3.7 miles to Calico Basin Road. Turn right and drive 1.2 miles to the picnic area parking lot, which will be up a road to the left. Trailhead address: Red Spring, Calico Basin Road, Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Las Vegas, NV 89161 Trailhead coordinates: 36.14652, -115.4191 (36° 08′ 47.47″N 115° 25′ 08.76″W)
Downtown Summerlin has a variety of activities. You can grab lunch or a drink at one of the many restaurants, do some shopping, and take the kids to Dave and Busters.
Tivoli Village is just about a block away from the hotels and has some great restaurant and shopping options.