This is about as different from the strip as you can get. It's mountainous forest, with cool temps. A great escape, with trails and such to do. Don't look for a lot of attractions beyond hiking (except for snow skiing in the winter).

Traveled with my wife to Vegas and wanted to try something different than the standard "hey, let's walk the strip for the 14th time". Hence, we drove about 40 minutes from Red Rock Resort to check it out. Wow, what a difference from Vegas! We heard about the temperature drop but it was pretty cool watching the temp. go from... More

Mt Charleston is so different from the city that it is a must visit at least once for people coming to Las Vegas. The weather changes as well as your environment. Well worth the detour.

90 degrees in Vegas, 57 at Mt Charleston. Great getaway from 'The Strip'. Great scenery, Native Indian vendors, interesting historical facts. There was still snow on the higher elevations at the beginning of May.

Very pecefull and beautiful place to live and visit

Just 40 minutes away from Vegas and you are in a cooler climate with beautiful trees

amazing and romantic weekend in a cabin for valentines day weekend

There's a camping ground, ski resort and picnic area in them hills! We went there when there was snow so some of the kids got a chance to play. Bring your own water and food! Dont forget to gas up! Do try to put this on your list if you're not in a hurry/budget while visiting las vegas. visited april... More

The food on the mt. is nothing to write home about, but the green and fresh air are my quickie place to cool off and get out of town for a few hours. Been there dozens of times at all times of the year and for a quick cool off and to smell the pine trees, and aspen in Lee... More