Foxtail GRP Picnic Area
Campground · Nevada · 7 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Toiyabe National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 7
- Bookable sites
- 20 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 64
- People per site
- 8,643 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Foxtail Group Picnic Area is located in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, just 47 miles from downtown Las Vegas. Visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking, scenic driving, and winter snowplay in this forested desert oasis.Recreation
Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities on the 1.3-mile Sawmill Trail and the 6.2-mile Bristlecone Trail. Both begin just a short drive from Foxtail. When there is at least 12 inches of snow on the ground, Foxtail becomes a winter playground for sledding and tubing.Facilities
This picnic area is a day-use site only. During the summer, seven group sites are available, each with picnic and serving tables, grills and campfire circles. The two largest have pavilions and fireplaces. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.
During the winter, fees are per vehicle for snowplay. There is a selfpay station. Firerings will be usable. Restrooms will be 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.More than 100 springs create the namesake for the mountain range, making it the perfect place to escape the heat of the city.
The picnic area is set among a forest of towering ponderosa pine which provides limited 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
- 7 bookable sites
- 7 sites for day use only
- Vehicles up to 20 ft
- Up to 64 people per site
- Loops: North, Road, South
Site types
- 7 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, shade.
7 campsites at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area
Check-in 10:00 AM · Check-out 05:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Kit Fox (Hon Zee) | North | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 48 | 🐾 |
| Northern Flicker (Kwah Now Unz) | North | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 48 | 🐾 |
| Scrub Jay (See Uck) | North | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 48 | 🐾 |
| Butterfly (Ah See Votz) | Road | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 64 | 🐾 |
| Mule Deer (Too Hui) | Road | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 64 | 🐾 |
| Big Horn Sheep (Nah Gah) | South | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 48 | 🐾 |
| Desert Wood Rat (Katz) | South | Group Picnic Area | — | Paved | 20 ft | 48 | 🐾 |
Getting there
36.30861, -115.66944 · 36°18'31.0"N 115°40'10.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.4 | 4.5 | 2.5 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 3.1 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 1.5 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.6 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 Foxtail GRP Picnic Area
- Can you reserve a site at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area?
- Yes, Foxtail GRP Picnic Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Foxtail GRP Picnic Area have?
- 7 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area?
- 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area.
- Are campfires allowed at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area?
- Campfires are allowed at Foxtail GRP Picnic Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 702-872-5486
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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