Can you reserve a site at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?

Yes, Cathedral Rock Picnic Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?

20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are campfires allowed at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?

Campfires are not allowed at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area.

Cathedral Rock Picnic Area, Nevada — 82 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Cathedral Rock Group Picnic Area is located at the top of beautiful Kyle Canyon in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 30 miles from Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, horseback riding and scenic driving in this forested desert oasis.

Recreation

No trails can be accessed through the Picnic Area at the present time. Trails may be found at the Forest Service Trailhead on the other end of Cathedral Rock Picnic Area. The new Spring Mountain Visitor Center is a 15 minute drive down the canyon, with guided hikes and educational programs.

Facilities

The picnic area is for day-use only. Two group sites are available, both with large picnic tables, serving tables, grills and cement site pads. Parking areas are paved. Vault toilets, drinking water, trash collection are provided.

Natural Features

The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area is a beautiful island in the desert, brimming with breathtaking scenery and diverse flora and fauna. The Bristlecone pine, the world's oldest organism, and the rare Mount Charleston blue butterfly are both found within the Spring Mountains.

Over 100 springs create the namesake for the mountain range, creating the perfect place to escape the heat of the city.

The picnic area is set among a forest of ponderosa pine, white fir, aspen, mountain mahogany and Gambel oak, which provides partial shade. The area affords views of the surrounding Spring Mountains.

Nearby Attractions

More than 60 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails crisscross the area; two trails allow mountain biking. Rock climbing, picnicking and scenic driving are popular activities.

The facts

82 bookable sites
82 sites for day use only
Vehicles up to 20 ft
Up to 48 people per site
Loops: ASPEN, MT MAHOGANY, PONDEROSA, WHITE FIR

Site types

80 Picnic
2 Group Picnic Area

Amenities

Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Campfires allowed — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, pets allowed.

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82 campsites at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area

Check-in 10:00 AM · Check-out 5:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
45	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
46	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
47	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
48	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
49	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
50	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
51	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
52	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
53	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
54	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
55	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
56	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
57	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
58	ASPEN	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
01	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
02	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
03	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
04	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
05	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
06	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
07	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
08	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
09	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
10	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
11	MT MAHOGANY	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
59	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
60	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
61	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
62	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
63	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
64	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
65	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
66	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
67	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
68	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
69	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
70	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
71	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
72	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
73	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
74	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
75	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
76	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
77	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
78	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
79	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
80	PONDEROSA	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
CANYON GROUP	PONDEROSA	Group Picnic Area	—	Paved	—	48
CLIFF GROUP	PONDEROSA	Group Picnic Area	—	Paved	20 ft	32
12	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
13	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
14	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
15	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
16	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
17	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
18	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
19	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
20	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
21	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
22	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
23	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
24	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
25	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
26	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
27	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
28	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
29	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
30	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
31	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
32	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
33	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
34	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
35	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
36	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
37	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
38	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
39	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
40	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
41	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
42	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
43	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—
44	WHITE FIR	Picnic	—	Paved	20 ft	—

Getting there

From Las Vegas, Nevada, take Highway 95 north to junction with Highway 157/Kyle Canyon. Turn left and travel approximately 21 miles to the picnic area at the end of the highway.

36.25667, -115.64389 · 36°15'24.0"N 115°38'38.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	44	44	49	55	63	74	79	78	72	62	51	44
Low °F	22	22	26	30	37	46	52	52	44	35	27	21
Precip in	3.7	5.1	2.9	1.0	0.8	0.3	2.2	2.3	1.7	1.8	1.3	3.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Cathedral Rock Picnic Area

Can you reserve a site at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?: Yes, Cathedral Rock Picnic Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cathedral Rock Picnic Area have?: 82 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?: 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are campfires allowed at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area?: Campfires are not allowed at Cathedral Rock Picnic Area.

Camping near Cathedral Rock Picnic Area

Fletcher View 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Kyle Canyon Picnic Area Day Use 2.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway Group Picnic Sites 3.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Foxtail GRP Picnic Area 3.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mahogany Grove 4.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
McWilliams 4.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Hilltop 4.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Scenic Drive Timed Entry 15.1 mi · Timed entry · we watch it
Red Rock Canyon Campground 16.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Las Vegas Natural History Museum 28.9 mi · Facility
Sloan Canyon Petroglyphs 37.3 mi · Facility
Dispersed-Jean/Roach Dry Lakes 37.4 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 702-872-5486
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Cathedral Rock Picnic Area