Spring Mountains National Recreational Area

The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Supervisor signed the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Middle Kyle Complex project on December 31, 2009. This is a detailed description for the redesign of services and facilities for the SMNRA in popular Kyle Canyon located on Mt. Charleston.
The plans include a new visitor center, multiple-use trails, picnic and camping facilities. Construction is planned for a Village area at the old golf course, that will serve as the hub for visitor information and education programs for the SMNRA. Also authorized for this site are a wide range of recreation-related opportunities including an amphitheater, plaza area with exterior interpretative displays, group picnic area, play space, education facility, reconstruction of ponds for wildlife/kids fishing activities, interpretive trails and associated day-use facilities.

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