Six picnic tables surrounded by a wooden fence. A couple sits on the far left table.
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Picnicking

At Desert National Wildlife Refuge

Picnicking

Picnicking is allowed at Corn Creek in the designated picnic area only. This is an excellent location to enjoy a snack while doing some birdwatching. Stoves and grills, music, and decoration are not allowed.

The area is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Large, organized groups must apply for a special use permit. Please contact Michael Matthews, Wildlife Refuge Manager, by emailing michael_matthews@fws.gov for more information. 

Please pack out all trash and be mindful of noise. No smoking, please. 

Desert National Wildlife Refuge Activities

Child and woman walking on a trail
Hiking
A group of hikers setting out on a trail.
Backpacking
A woman points while a child next to her looks through binoculars
Wildlife watching
Desert National Wildlife Refuge
Desert National Wildlife Refuge, 16001 Corn Creek Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89124-8402
(702) 879-6110
desertcomplex@fws.gov

Refuge Manager 1-702-879-6110 Michael Matthews michael_matthews@fws.gov