Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument NV

Lat, Long: 36.3893217, -115.3202223

Designation: National Monument

Over the last ~570,000 years, water has transformed the Upper Las Vegas Valley. Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument is an urban park that preserves the unique story of this ever-changing ecosystem.

Weather:

The Tule Springs Fossil Beds is located within the Mojave Desert, with summer temperatures often exceeding 110° F (43.3° C). There are no sources of water or shade at Tule Springs, so it is recommended that you plan your summer visit (May - September) to Tule Springs before the hottest part of the day and exercise caution. Winter temperatures range, on average, from the low 30's F to low 70's F.

Directions:

Tule Springs Fossil Beds is an urban National Monument located in the northern Las Vegas Valley, Nevada. Two parking areas are available: N. Aliante Parkway & Moonlight Falls Avenue Parking Area and Durango Drive & Moccasin Road Parking Area.

Address/Contact:

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Las Vegas, US, 89143

Phone: 7022938853 (Information Line)

Email: tusk_information@nps.gov

Entrance Fees:

Entry is free