Discover North Las Vegas
35 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Christmas Lights Lane
A residential block where every house is elaborately lit for the holidays—ideal for festive night photography, colorful compositions and candid crowd scenes. Visit after sunset through blue hour when lights pop but sky retains color. Street-level access with free on-street parking; expect crowds and slow traffic—be courteous, avoid tripods blocking sidewalks, and respect homeowners. No entry fee; family-friendly, creative themed displays (Star Wars, Minions) provide variety.
Las Vegas Upper Wash Trail Head
Upper Wash Trail Head opens into Mojave desert washes, sculpted sandstone, and sparse desert flora — excellent for dramatic landscape and texture shots. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm side-light and long shadows; after rain look for ephemeral pools and wildflowers. Small dirt parking, no fee; summer heat can be extreme so plan cooler months or early hours. Easy access from North Las Vegas but expect unpaved sections and limited facilities.
Adrenaline ATV Tours - ATV Las Vegas
High-energy desert landscapes and close-up action of UTVs carving red-rock and sandy trails. Shoot sweeping panoramas of the Mojave terrain, rider portraits with dramatic backlight, and motion panning shots. Tours include hotel pickup, goggles provided, lunch and water; expect heavy dust — protect gear. Best light is golden hour for warm tones and long shadows; mid-morning is brighter but dustier. Accessible by shuttle or drive; parking at the staging lot. Guides are accommodating and will stop/
Desert Horizons Park
Wide Mojave desert vistas with low shrubs, scrub, rocky outcrops and long horizons — great for minimalist landscapes, dramatic sunrises/sunsets and night-sky shots. Best at golden hour and blue hour; clear skies give excellent stars. Park is roadside with parking at 3750 N Simmons St, no entry fee; accessible by car. Avoid mid-day heat (bring water) and shoot weekdays for fewer people. Low vegetation and open views make simple compositional shapes stand out.
Las Vegas Freeway
Las Vegas Freeway offers dynamic urban roadway scenes: streaking headlights at blue hour, layered overpasses and desert mountains framing the corridor, and city-suburb contrast. Best at sunset–night for light trails and neon glow, or sunrise for soft desert colors. Shoot safely from pedestrian overpasses, designated viewpoints, or nearby parking areas (avoid standing on ramps or shoulders). Weekday evenings show heavier traffic flow; mornings are quieter. No special entry permits for public land
Kiel Ranch Historic Site
Small preserved ranch complex set against Mojave desert and distant Spring Mountains—weathered wood, stone foundations, corrals and open desert make strong subject matter for evocative, timeworn compositions. Best at golden hour (sunrise or sunset) for warm side light and long shadows; clear nights offer astrophotography opportunities though Vegas light domes may affect the horizon. Site is on public land with roadside parking and short walking paths; bring water, sun protection, and a tripod. M
Megafauna Trail
Megafauna Trail is a short interpretive desert hike featuring Mojave scrub, open vistas and life-sized fossil displays that hint at Ice Age giants — strong for landscape and contextual nature shots. Best light is golden hour (sunrise or late afternoon). Trail is exposed; avoid midday heat in summer, bring water and sun protection. Small parking lot at 8772 N Decatur Blvd; no fees or permits. Easy-to-moderate walking with some uneven surfaces — wheelchair access limited. Weekdays are quieter for
Ice Age Fossils State Park
Small state park preserving Ice Age fossil sites and an interpretive center with exposed bone beds and display casts set against Mojave Desert scrub. Photograph fossil exhibits, lab/interpretive window views, and the desert ridgeline backdrop. Best light is early morning or late afternoon for warm side-light and long shadows; winter/spring give milder temps. Site is easy to reach by car from N. Las Vegas with on-site parking and a compact visitor center; trails are short and generally accessible
Craig Ranch Regional Park
Small regional park with a central lake, shoreline paths, ornamental landscaping and distant Mojave foothills — good for tranquil waterscapes, reflections, and wide-open desert skies. Free public entry, ample parking, paved and accessible paths; best light at sunrise and golden hour for warm directional light, or blue hour for reflections. Weekday mornings are quieter; summer midday is harsh and hot.
Centennial-Lawrence Trailhead
Trailhead serving Centennial Hills park and desert washes — shoot contrasty Mojave desert landscapes, saguaro-like cacti, winding trail leading to mountain ridgelines and sweeping Las Vegas valley views. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm directional light and long shadows; spring brings wildflowers. Easy street parking, no fees, short to moderate hikes from the trailhead. Summer midday is harsh and hot — carry water and sun protection.
Tropical Breeze Park
Small community park with palm-lined walkways, ponds, grassy lawns and playgrounds — good for relaxed landscape, waterscape and environmental portraits. Visit at golden hour for warm side-light on palms and soft reflections in ponds; weekdays or early mornings to avoid families and heat. Free public entry and parking on-site; paths are paved and wheelchair-accessible. Summer midday is harsh — bring sun protection.
Monumental Mammoth
A large roadside mammoth sculpture at 8772 N Decatur Blvd — a bold, photogenic landmark for close-up details and low-angle shots that emphasize scale against the Nevada sky. Easy roadside access and on-street parking; visit at golden hour for warm side light or blue hour to capture any artificial lighting. Weekday mornings are quieter; minimal entry requirements (public display). Expect desert light, occasional wind and heat in summer.
Willie McCool Regional Park
A suburban desert park offering wide-open skies, low-slung mountain backdrops and simple park elements (paths, trees, picnic areas) that work well for minimalist landscapes, golden-hour skyscapes and night photography. Easy access from Las Vegas with free parking, paved paths and flat terrain — ideal for quick sunrise/sunset shoots or long-exposure night work. Best visited at golden hour or after dark for Milky Way/StarTrail work; weekdays are quieter.
Centennial Valley common area
Quiet suburban common area framed by well-designed modern houses, tidy landscaping and open sidewalks — good for architectural details, neighborhood lifestyle shots and golden-hour streetscapes. Easily accessible with street parking; public space so no entry fee. Best light at sunrise/sunset; weekdays are quieter. Summer midday can be harsh — bring water and sun protection.
Saddlebrook Park
Small neighborhood park in North Las Vegas with open lawns, mature shade trees, walking paths and recreational facilities — good for low-key landscape, environmental portrait and sunset shots. Easy street parking, no entry fee; best light at golden hour and blue hour. Weekdays and early mornings are least crowded. Hot summers favor early/late shoots; winter brings crisper skies.
Tierra De Palmas Park
Small neighborhood park with playground, basketball courts and wide open lawns — good for candid family/dog photos, FPV/drone flights, and low-slung landscape shots. Limited shade, so plan for early morning or late afternoon light; weekdays and mornings are least crowded. Street parking and easy walk-in access; no entry fee. The park’s community feel and simple recreational elements make it ideal for intimate, everyday-life photography.
Bella Legato Park
Neighborhood park with open lawns, tree-lined walking paths and playgrounds—good for environmental portraits, low-angle landscapes and sunset silhouettes against the Mojave light. Easy access with free parking, paved ADA paths and no entry fee. Visit at sunrise or golden hour for warm directional light; weekday mornings are quieter. Summer midday is harsh—late afternoon or blue hour yields best color and long shadows.
Aviary Park
Aviary Park offers wide lawns, rolling grassy hills, playground structures, picnic shelters and multiple sports fields—good for expansive park landscapes, candid community life and evening court scenes. Visit weekday mornings or golden hour for soft light and low crowds; weekends get busy with soccer/baseball and limited nearby parking. Restrooms on-site; accessible paths and lit courts for night sessions (lights not always guaranteed). No entry fee.
Galaxy Park
Galaxy Park is a community green space with open lawns, walking paths, play structures and sports fields framed by Mojave desert light and wide skies. Good for low-angle landscape compositions, family/action shots, and golden-hour silhouettes. Accessible parking, wheelchair-friendly paths, no entry fee; visit weekdays at sunrise or just before sunset for best light and fewer crowds. Summer midday can be harsh; bring water and sun protection.
Teal Pedals Park
Small community park with teal-themed play structures, paved pathways, shade trees and distant desert-mountain views — good for colorful playground shots, family portraits, low-key landscape compositions and sunset light. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side light and cleaner skies; weekday mornings are least crowded. Easy street or small lot parking, mostly wheelchair-accessible paths; no entry fee. Bring water in hot months; modest, family-friendly atmosphere.
Atlas park
Small suburban park with open lawns, playgrounds, walking paths and desert light — good for environmental portraits, family scenes, and wide-angle landscapes with distant mountain/backdrop at golden hour. No entry fee; street parking and paved paths make gear easy to carry. Best at sunrise or sunset for warm light and long shadows; weekdays are quieter. Summer midday is harsh; winter offers clearer skies and softer light.
Richard Tam Park
Small community park with open lawns, mature shade trees, playgrounds and sports fields framed by distant Mojave foothills. Good for intimate landscape and lifestyle shots, golden-hour desert skies, and local-community portraits. Easy access with free parking and paved paths; no entry fee. Visit at sunrise or late afternoon for warm side-lighting and reduced crowds; summer midday is harsh, winters offer crisp light.
Gold Crest Park
Small suburban park with playgrounds, open lawns, shade trees and paved paths—good for environmental portraits, family scenes, and minimalist landscape frames against Nevada skies. Visit early morning or late afternoon for soft light and cooler temperatures; weekdays are quieter. On-site street parking or small lot; no entry fee. Expect clear desert light, tidy recreational features, and distant suburban/mountain backdrops for context.
LV Rush
Indoor action/adventure facility offering immersive simulated missions and training scenarios. Photograph dynamic motion, costumes, props, textured sets and candid participant expressions. Best visited on weekday afternoons for quieter sessions; lighting is artificial—expect mixed color temperatures and low light. Accessible building with on-site parking; check booking/waiver requirements and get permission for photography during live missions. Great for storytelling and environmental portraits.
Eldorado Park
Eldorado Park is a neighborhood greenspace with open lawns, walking paths, a small pond and sports fields—good for peaceful landscape shots, water reflections, and environmental portraits of local life. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm light and long shadows; weekdays and early mornings avoid families and games. Easy free parking on-site, no entry fee, wheelchair-accessible paths. Expect clear desert skies and strong contrast mid-day; bring shade and water in summer.
Goynes Park
Small community park centered on a baseball diamond with playgrounds, volleyball/sand pits, covered picnic shelters and ample off‑street parking. Best for candid sports, playground action and low‑angle compositions of the field against Nevada skies. No entry fee; restrooms on site. Visit weekday mornings or golden hour (sunrise/late afternoon) for soft light and fewer crowds. Watch for off‑leash dogs and some low tree limbs.
Dorrell Park
Small neighborhood park with open lawns, mature shade trees, walking paths and community fields — good for peaceful landscape, lifestyle and golden‑hour sky shots. No entry fee, street parking and a small lot; paved accessible paths are stroller/wheelchair friendly. Best at sunrise or late afternoon for warm light and long shadows; avoid harsh midday sun. Weekday mornings are quiet. Summer is very hot — bring water and shade.
Highland Hills Community Main Park
Small community park with walking paths, picnic areas, playground and desert scrub — good for relaxed environmental portraits, pet and family shots, and local birdlife (owls, hawks). Easy parking, flat accessible paths; visit golden hour or early mornings on weekdays for soft light and few people.
Deer Springs Park
Open grassy fields, playgrounds, sports fields and scattered pines offer simple suburban scenes and candid family/sports shots. Best at golden hour or early morning for soft light and long shadows; weekday mornings are least crowded. Ample parking and easy paths; note limited shade and some restroom upkeep. Follow leash rules for dogs. Great for practicing composition, environmental portraits and sunset silhouettes against the Las Vegas skyline glow.
Aliante community back park
Small neighborhood back park with grassy lawns, a kids' playground, walking path and pockets of desert scrub — good for intimate park scenes, family lifestyle shots and close-up nature (rabbits, plants). Best in late afternoon to golden hour when sun softens; mornings are harsh and hot. Street parking and neighborhood access points; no formal entry fees. Be aware of private yards nearby and occasional homeless encampments in drainage areas — keep shots respectful and avoid restricted areas.
Kaurie’s fully fenced yard with agility trading course
A private, fully fenced yard with an agility course—ideal for action shots of dogs running, jumping, and weaving against a suburban Las Vegas backdrop. Best photographed during golden hour for warm side-light and long shadows; midday works for high-speed action with faster shutter speeds. Accessibility is limited—likely private property, so obtain owner permission. Street parking on Gingham St; small space, so plan for low-angle compositions and tight framing. Quiet neighborhood, minimal crowds.
Nicholas E. Flores Jr.Park
Small neighborhood park with lawns, mature shade trees, a splash pad, playground, BBQ pavilions and paved paths—good for candid family/children shots, environmental portraits, and intimate nature details. Open 5:00 a.m.–midnight; parking is limited so arrive early or visit weekdays. Best light: golden hour for warm portraits and tree-lined compositions; early mornings for empty lawns and soft light. Summer afternoons can be harsh and buggy—bring insect repellent. Adjacent rec center and school =
Park
Small, well-kept neighborhood park with mature trees, lawns and intimate spots for portraits, detail shots and environmental street-style frames. Best at golden hour or late afternoon for warm side-light; mornings and weekdays are quiet. Easy street parking; no entry fee. Simple, local community vibe—bring a moderate telephoto for compressed backgrounds and a wide for context.
Joe Kneip Park
Small neighborhood park with play structures, exercise equipment, basketball court and open lawns — useful for gritty urban/documentary shots, environmental portraits and dawn light scenes. No entry fee, street parking and park lot available. Security and cleanliness vary; visit weekday early mornings or golden hour for best light and fewer people. Respect privacy and local sensitivities when photographing people experiencing homelessness.