Experience The Ice Age In A New, Incredible, Nevada State Park
The Ice Age returns to Las Vegas! No, I’m not referring to the recent cold snap we’ve been shivering through lately. Instead, I’m talking about the new Ice Age Fossils Nevada State Park. At the present time, it’s set to officially open this weekend.
You And Your Kids Will Really Enjoy Viewing Ice Age Fossils
If you or your children find history, animals, plants, and ecology fascinating, then get set to visit this new park. According to the Nevada State Parks website, Ice Age Fossils State Park will officially open this Saturday, January 20th, 2024.
So, this will be a fantastic family outing. Furthermore, this is a 315-acre park, with plenty of trails to explore during your visit. You’ll be able to see real fossils from the Ice Age, occurring about 25,000 years ago here in Southern Nevada. For example, take the “Megafauna Trail” and view metal sculptures of the large animals present during the Ice Age. Or you can hike the “Big Dig Trail” and see actual fossils.
Per the park’s website, there were marshlands covering this area. Furthermore, plenty of now-extinct Ice Age mammals roamed the marshlands of Southern Nevada. For instance, herds of bison, camels, and mammoths would have been grazing the grasslands. Additionally, ground sloths, American lions, and dire wolves inhabited this region. Incredible!
Here’s What You Need To Know About This New Park
Of course, admission fees for any Nevada State Park are just $3 dollars. In addition, our state parks offer free admission for kids 12 and under. The new Ice Age Fossils State Park is located in North Las Vegas. It’s east of Floyd Lamb State Park at 8660 North Decatur Boulevard, 89084. Right near Shadow Ridge High School. Basically, if you take the 215 Northern Beltway, just exit at Decatur and keep heading north.
Moreover, you can check out the website for a video and some awesome photos before you visit. Now, feel free to scroll down for more content which you may enjoy.
This Nevada State Park Has 'Best Colorful Background' In The World
Valley of Fire
Valley of Fire’s bright and vibrant red rocks makes this a no brainer when it comes to must-see destinations of Pantone’s color of the year. Located in Overton, Nevada, this park is a great escape for Vegas locals who want to get away from the city for a little bit. The national park is open all year round and can be reached by car on all designated driving routes.
Rainbow Mountain
This destination is a bucket-list item for many people. Rainbow Mountain is located in Peru’s Andes Mountains, and it’s often part of a Machu Picchu escapade. A sedimentary deposit of minerals created the rainbow-colored rocks that have become the location’s main attraction point. This is one of National Geographic‘s “Top 100 Places To Visit Before You Die.” The vibrant rocks have slivers of viva magenta within the huge mountains. Beautifully breath-taking, this destination is something from a storybook.
Keukenhof Gardens
Often called one of the most “beautiful” gardens in the world, Keukenhof Gardens is only open for the tulip season. The season starts on Marc 24 and ends on May 14. Attendees can see crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths and early tulips flower at the start of the season. The plethora of bright and vibrant colors makes this garden a top destination for this year’s color of the year travel list!
Panjin Red Beach
Possibly one of the most distinguishable wetlands in the world, Panjin Red Beach in China’s Dawa County. The bright red plant Suaeda salsa is all over the area. According to TravelandLeisure.com, the seepweed species soaks the saltwater from the sea, which then turns the group of plants into a bright red color. The sea of red is the epitome of viva magenta. This destination can be reached by bus or train; then, visitors can take the designated walkway throughout the wetlands to view the beautiful scenery, according to Planet Cruise.
Hutt Lagoon
The beautiful bright, almost pink, colored water in Australia is a trip that’s truly worth it. Hutt Lagoon is located in the Indian Ocean’s mid-west region of West Australia. The carotenoid-producing algae Dunaliella salina is what gives the water a red color. The fact that this lagoon looks “fake” is what makes this natural occurrence the perfect destination for those who want to visit “viva magenta” destinations. Planet Cruise says the best time to visit Hutt Lagoon is during the summer. According to WesternAustralia.com, the water can vary in color from bubble gum pink, lilac and even dark red.
Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC.
