Wells Trailhead
Interactive Park Map
About the Location
Gateway to Wetlands
Wells Trailhead is located within the Clark County Wetlands Park in Henderson, Nevada. This trailhead provides access to the Wetlands Park Loop trail, which is part of a larger trail system within the 2,900-acre Wetlands Park.
The trailhead is named after Dawn Wells, an actress known for her role in "Gilligan's Island". It offers visitors a starting point for exploring the natural beauty of the Las Vegas Wash and surrounding wetlands ecosystem.
Trails and Connections
From the Wells Trailhead, hikers and cyclists can access the paved Wetlands Park Loop trail, which extends for several miles through the park. The trailhead serves as an access point for both the Wetlands Park Loop trail and connections to the River Mountains Loop trail, offering options for longer excursions.
Scenic Views
One notable feature of the Wells Trailhead is a short climb to a scenic overlook that provides expansive views of the Las Vegas Wash below. This vantage point allows visitors to appreciate the scale and importance of the wetlands ecosystem in the desert environment.
Natural Environment
The area surrounding the trailhead showcases the native plant life and wildlife that thrive in this unique desert wetland habitat.
