Pahrump Attractions
Pahrump Parks & Recreation
Pahrump Town Office
400 N Hwy 160, Pahrump, NV 89060
Information: (775) 727-5107 ext 301
http://www.pahrumpnv.org/
The Town of Pahrump maintains the facilities at three area parks. All the facilities are available to the public for private parties and events. Call the Town Office for additional information and to make your reservations or visit the website at the above location.
Ian Deutch Memorial Park
(Southern Pahrump on Honeysuckle Street between Pahrump Valley Blvd and Dandelion Street)
Facilities: Little League/softball diamonds; soccer fields; the Justin Leavitt Skate Park; children’s play area and equipment, picnic area with BBQs and tables, plenty of shade; restrooms; and a paved walking path around the perimeter of the park.
Petrack Park
(Central Pahrump at Hwy 160 and Basin Ave)
Park Facilities: community center; equestrian arena; softball/baseball diamonds; soccer fields; snack shack; children’s play area and equipment; picnic area with BBQs and tables; plenty of shade; basketball court; tennis courts; cook shack; restrooms; and community pool; annex building.
Bob Ruud Community Center (facilities): one large multi-purpose room; kitchen facilities; small stage; two small meeting rooms; restrooms; tables and chairs.
McCullough Arena (facilities):
Bleacher-seating (approximately 1200 people); rodeo/equestrian facilities; entry gate/ticket shack; announcer’s booth; arena.
Simkins Park
(Northern Pahrump on Simkins Road between Point Drive and Blagg Road)
Facilities: softball/baseball diamond; soccer fields; children’s play area and equipment; picnic area with BBQs and tables; restrooms; some shade.
Pahrump Valley Museum & Historical Society
401 E Basin Ave, Pahrump, NV 89048
Information: (775) 751-1970
Pahrump Valley Museum
The Pahrump Historical Society was established in 1991 by Harry “Button” Ford and Charles Gallivan. The Pahrump Valley Museum is the result of many years of planning by this dedicated group.
See what life was like in early Pahrump. Exhibits include early farming and mining equipment; early man (exploration and the Spanish Trail – 1776 to 1848); items from the cowboy and pioneer family lifestyles; Pahrump historical and political items; and Native American artifacts.
The museum has acquired several historic buildings from early Pahrump and is in the process of assembling a “Main Street Pahrump” display on the museum grounds. These include the Raycraft and Bowman Tie Houses – constructed entirely of railroad ties from the Tonopah-Tidewater Railroad, the old Pahrump General Store (from the Pahrump Ranch), and the Pahrump One-Room Schoolhouse.
One of the premier exhibits featured at the museum is the Kariel and Jean Huff President Lincoln Memorabilia Collection, one of the finest in the country. Lincoln was in office the year Nevada became a state (1864).
A popular display at the museum is a wonderful example of a southwestern garden featuring a large variety of cacti which are labeled for easy identification. The garden graces the front entrance to the museum and is maintained by the Pahrump Valley Garden Club.
The museum is currently in the remodeling stage, adding 4,500 square feet to the existing 5,000 square feet of exhibit space.
Visit the museum today, but return often to see how they have grown! The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
Pahrump Valley Roasters
301 S Oxbow Ave, Units #5 & #6, Pahrump, NV 89048
Information: (775) 537-0700
http://www.pvroasters.com/
Pahrump Valley Roasters is the largest specialty coffee roaster in southern Nevada. The dry climate and low humidity of southern Nevada make their location in Pahrump perfect for roasting and blending their fine coffees. They roast coffee to order in small batches assuring the coffee will be the freshest coffee available in the marketplace.
They offer a variety of blends and flavorings roasted with the finest Arabica beans – 100% mountain-grown – from all over the world for your coffee drinking pleasure.
Visit the website for monthly specials. Build your own gift box or basket; take it with you or they will ship via USPS or FedEx. For that extra special touch, add a personalized label to your gift bags of coffee.
Visit the Pahrump Valley Roasters location and see how your favorite coffee is roasted and prepared for your purchase. Locals: Call ahead and arrange a Coffee Tasting with your out-of-town guests.
Pahrump Valley Speedway
Panorama St North of Basin Ave
Information: (702) 328-8101
http://www.pahrumpvalleyspeedway.com/
The Pahrump Valley Speedway makes its home in Pahrump and brings thousands of racers and race fans to the valley each year. It is a quarter-mile stock car dirt track with action and thrills galore. The Speedway is dedicated to providing family style fun at prices families can afford.
Adult tickets are $10; for Seniors 55+ it’s $8 each; Children 6 – 14 years are $6 (age 5 and under are FREE)! Try the Family Six Pack: $30 for two adults and four kids under age 17. Pit Passes are $20 each.
Divisions include Bombers; Coupes; Dwarfs; IMCA Mods; Micro Sprints; Mini Mods; Mini Stock; Pro Stock; and Street Stock. The racing season is from March to December. Visit the website for a current race schedule. In addition, special racing events take place annually and are listed on the website.
Pahrump Valley Winery & Symphony’s Restaurant
3810 E Winery Rd, Pahrump, NV 89048
Information: (775) 751-7800
Toll Free: 800-368-9463
http://www.pahrumpwinery.com/
The locals figured someone was either crazy or brilliant, creating a winery here in the Mojave Desert. Their verdict: brilliant. But you can decide for yourself.
First, sip the award-winning wines in the tasting room and take a guided tour; all the award winning wines are available for purchase in the gift shop. They will personalize the wine label with your personal message … a great gift idea! Stroll along the walking paths and stop for a picnic or just take in the stunning scenery and fresh air. Celebrate your special occasion in our rose garden gazebo with the Spring Mountains as your backdrop. Finally, dine in the upscale restaurant Symphony’s, offering fine food beautifully served in an atmosphere of quiet elegance at reasonable prices.
Stay for the Grape Stomp, concerts, and dancing under the stars. Stay long enough in this warm, serene, elegant world, and the answer will linger long after you have forgotten the question. Brilliant!
Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch
3601 S Hwy 160, Pahrump, NV 89061
Information: (775) 727-6363
Toll Free: 800-391-6891
http://www.racespringmountain.com/
Located in southern Pahrump off Highway 160, the 193-acre facility offers a 3.5-mile road course that will challenge drivers with elements inspired by the world renowned Long Beach Grand Prix Street Circuit and the Mosport International Raceway in Canada. Drivers will find banked corners, blind drops, technical off-camber corners, and plenty of straight-aways.
Spring Mountain also offers the following performance driving schools: the Ron Fellows Corvette Driving School; Radical Racing School; Lotus Performance Driving School; and the SCCA License Recommendation School.
For members, Club Spring Mountain, a resort-style clubhouse, features: a track-side viewing tower; outdoor entertaining patio and BBQ areas; pool, workout facility and massage center; poker, billiards, lounge, and bar; men’s & women’s locker rooms & showers. Membership guarantees track time at the Ranch.
Spring Mountain National Recreation Area (SMNRA)
Kyle Canyon Visitor Center: (702) 872-5486
Lee Canyon Resort: (702) 385-2754
Resort Website: http://www.skilasvegas.com/
SMNRA Information: (702) 515-5400
http://www.fs.fed.us/r4/htnf/districts/smnra
On the Pahrump side of the Spring Mountains, the region includes Carpenter Canyon, Trout Canyon, and Wheeler Springs Pass. The mountains provide a forested, spring-fed oasis in the Mojave Desert; a haven for wildlife, a cool retreat for visitors, a storehouse of forest resources, and a vital watershed fed by numerous springs. Charleston Peak is the crown jewel of the mountain range – rising to 11,918 feet; the peak is the third highest in the state and the only peak in southern Nevada that rises above timberline.
In the summer explore historic sites and enjoy hunting, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking, horseback riding, cool mountain springs, picnicking, rock climbing, wildlife and wildflower viewing, and primitive camping. The Kyle Canyon Visitor Center is at the end of Hwy 157 (off US Hwy 95).
In the winter months there is Lee Canyon – entrance off US Hwy 95 at the end of Hwy 156. The Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort is open all winter long including all holidays! The lodge is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and the lifts operate from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Four-wheel-drive is recommended in areas on the Pahrump side of the mountains, which includes Carpenter Canyon, Trout Canyon, and Wheeler Springs Pass.
The SMNRA is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.