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There are a lot of activities, entertainment, and shopping in Mesquite, Texas. Below is a list of attractions, and entertainment within the area of Mesquite, Texas.


  • Mesquite Recreation Center
    City of Mesquite
    100 W. Old Mills Road
    Mesquite, NV 89024
    (702) 346-8REC

    The Mesquite Recreation Center is a beautiful state of the art facility. The facility consists of basketball & racquetball courts, exercise/aerobics, weightlifting and indoor pool. Daily, monthly and annual passes available.

  • The Oasis Ranch
    Oasis Resort Casino Spa

    897 Mesquite Boulevard
    Mesquite, NV 89024
    (702) 346-5232
    (800) 21-OASIS
    www.oasisresort.com

    Enjoy horseback riding every day at the Oasis Ranch stables. Gentle horses and expert guides lead you on an unforgettable adventure through areas full of history and tales of famous outlaws and pioneers including "the outlaw duo" Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Treat yourself to a hayride around the ranch on a western wagon, pulled by a team of Belgium Draft Horses weighing almost a ton each. During the hayride along the Virgin River, you may see various species of birds and animals native to this area. On your return from the hayride, you will be treated to a great western steakfry at the Oasis Ranch Chuck House.

  • Cosmic Bowling Center Complex
    Virgin River Hotel / Casino

    100 Pioneer Boulevard
    Mesquite, NV 89027
    (702) 346-7777
    (800) 346-7721
    www.virginriver.com

    Welcome to our new Cosmic Bowling Center Complex which includes Bingo, Arcade, Snack Shop, Lounge, Pro Shop and a 24-lane state of the art Bowling Center. The Bowling Center has the latest in Brunswick equipment, the GS98 pinsetters and the Frameworx automatic scoring and seating. The lanes feature a built-in bumper bowling system for the next generation of bowlers, called the ball wall. The entire bowl glows in the dark, including lanes, pins and balls. Also the Rockworx lighting and sound system will create an exciting night to remember.

Sightseeing

  • Bryce Canyon National Park
    Utah
    (435) 834-5322

    Thousands of delicately-carved spires rise in brilliant color from the amphitheaters of Bryce Canyon National Park. Millions of years of wind and water at work have etched out the pink cliffs of Bryce Canyon. Bryce Canyon National Park is 24 miles southeast of Panguitch, Utah. The visitor center is open year-round. Park entrance fee is $20 per vehicle or $5 per person on buses. A $25 annual pass is available.

  • Cathedral Gorge
    Nevada
    (775) 728-4460

    Cathedral Gorge is located in a long, narrow valley where erosion has carved dramatic and unique patterns in the soft bentonite clay. Trails abound for exploring the cave-like formations and cathedral-like spires. Shaded picnic areas and a tree-shaded campground area are open all year. Hiking, picnicking, camping, nature study, photography and ranger programs are the most common activities at the park. The area is typically arid with hot summers and cold winters. Fees are charged for entrance and camping. Entrance Fees: Winter Rate $1 , Summer Rate $3.

  • Cedar Breaks National Monument
    Utah
    (435) 586-9451

    Cedar Breaks National Monument is nestled high in the Cedar Mountains between Cedar City and Panguitch. Sudden contrasting landscapes come together to make one of Southern Utah's finest touring attractions. Many visitors from around the world enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Cedar Breaks annually. Grass fields, evergreen trees, wildlife and windblown sandstone make for a grand experience unique to only a few locations in the world. The area provides mild temperatures during the summer months. Cedar Breaks will become a favorite stop for those seeking the solitude and beauty of nature. Cedar Breaks National Monument is open from late May to mid-October. Entrance fee: $4 per vehicle.

  • Dixie National Forest
    Utah
    (435) 865-3700

    The Dixie National Forest, with headquarters in Cedar City, Utah occupies two million acres and stretches for about 170 miles across southern Utah. The largest National Forest in Utah, it straddles the divide between the Great Basin and the Colorado River. Elevations vary from 2,800 feet near St. George, Utah to 11,322 feet at Blue Bell Knoll on Boulder Mountain. The southern rim of the Great Basin, near the Colorado River, provides spectacular scenery. Colorado River canyons are made up of many-colored cliffs and steep-walled gorges.

  • Grand Canyon National Park - North Rim
    Arizona
    (520) 638-7888

    You'll find that the Grand Canyon's North Rim offers an uniquely different experience from that of the South Rim. For one thing, it's generally a lot less crowded year-round. A mile deep and 18 miles wide in places, the 277-mile-long Grand Canyon is an awe-inspiring destination for any visitor. Fees: $20 per private vehicle, $10 pedestrian or cyclist. Good for 7 days and includes both rims. Open only five months out of the year (mid-May through mid-October).

  • Great Basin National Park
    Nevada
    (775) 234-7331

    From the sagebrush at its alluvial base to the 13,063-foot summit of Wheeler Peak, Great Basin National Park includes streams, lakes, alpine plants, abundant wildlife, a variety of forest types including groves of ancient bristlecone pines, and numerous limestone caverns, including beautiful Lehman Caves.

  • Hoover Dam
    Nevada
    (702) 293-8367

    34 miles (54.4 km.) from Las Vegas. 726 feet high (220.00 meters) from bedrock. Engineering wonder of the modern world. Tours inside and outside of dam available:

    Parking: $5.00
    Discovery Tours: Adults (Ages 17-61) $10.00
    Seniors (62+) $8.00
    Juniors (Ages 7-16) $4.00
    Military and Dependents (Adults & Seniors) $8.00
    Children (Ages 0-6) Free
    Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    The Hoover Dam Visitor Center is open every day of the year except for Thanksgiving and Christmas. All times are for the Pacific time zone.

  • Humboldt - Toiyabe National Forest
    Nevada
    (775) 289-3031

    A National Forest in Nevada! Indeed, it's true! In fact, the name Nevada means "snow-capped" in Spanish. Thanks to its unique geographic history, Nevada has more mountain ranges than any other state in the nation. The Humboldt - Toiyabe National Forest, the largest national Forest outside the State of Alaska, sprawls from eastern California and western Nevada to the northeastern boundary of the state and on down to southern Nevada and takes in the higher elevations of some of Nevada's most spectacular mountain ranges.

  • Lake Mead National Recreation Area
    Nevada
    (702) 293-8907

    Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NRA) offers a wealth of things to do and places to go year-round. With 1.5 million acres, it is twice the size of Rhode Island. Its huge lakes cater to boaters, swimmers, sunbathers, and fishermen while its desert rewards hikers, wildlife photographers, and roadside sightseers. Three of North America's four desert ecosystems-the Mojave, the Great Basin, and the Sonoran Deserts-meet in Lake Mead NRA.

  • Nevada's Lost City Museum
    Nevada
    (702) 397-2193

    Established in 1935, the Lost City Museum has one of the most complete collections of artifacts of the early Pueblo Indians in the Southwest. Open daily 8:30am-4:30pm, admission.

  • Valley of Fire State Park
    Nevada
    (702) 397-2088

    55 miles (88 km.) from Las Vegas. Scenic landscapes of hidden canyons and unique rock formations, petroglyphs and remains of ancient Indian civilization. Nevada Park Service visitor center open daily, 8:30am-4:30pm., tours available. Entrance fee: $5 per vehicle.

  • Zion National Park
    Utah
    (435) 772-3256

    One of the nation's oldest national parks, Zion has a quiet grandeur that is unique. The 6-mile drive into the heart of verdant Zion Canyon brings visitors past such scenic wonders as The Great White Throne, The Watchman, Grotto Picnic Area, Angels Landing, Weeping Rock, the trail to Emerald Pools and the fantastic Gateway To The Narrows Trail. Park entrance fees are $20 per vehicle or $5 per person. Annual individual passes are $25.

  • The Oasis Gun Club
    Oasis Resort Casino Spa

    897 Mesquite Boulevard
    Mesquite, NV 89027
    (702) 346-5232 ext. 3729
    (800) 21-OASIS
    www.oasisgunclub.com

    The sporting enthusiast will enjoy testing their shooting skills at the trap, skeet, and sporting clay fields. The Oasis Gun Club is "state of the art" and has the finest shooting fields in the southwest. Ponds, fields, and cliffs are an example of what awaits you. All stations are automated and designed to throw singles, doubles and reporting pairs. The 10-station sporting clay course launches clay pigeons in the fields, along the lake sides, high, low and crossing to simulate common field hunting situations. We offer guns for rent, shells for sale and all equipment needed to have a fun shoot.

 



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