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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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