This is the River Mountains Loop Trail Development Web Site

Desert tortoises and bighorn sheep have the "right-of-way."
They are not to be disturbed even if they are on the trail and block your way.
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The River Mountains are a non-motorized use area.  The River Mountains Loop Trail is a non-motorized trail.   
No ATVs, no OHVs, no motorcycles, no dirt bikes.

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More information can be found on our "Public" website for trail hiking, cycling and equestrian information.
Go to: www.rivermountainstrail.com or to our "blog" http://rmltman.wordpress.com/ or

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Questions about the trail?  Try our Facebook Page
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Desert Dumping


Old phone numbers in brochure
(in  link "How to Report Desert Dumping Brochure "- below).

 Please record  these changes and use these numbers.
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If you see dumping happening right now call code enforcement 
267-3950
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To report a dump or garbage
 267-4000
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The brochure... follow this link:

 How to Report Desert Dumping - (Brochure)
 
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Join SWEPT

SWEPT (Solid Waste Environmental Protection Team) is a specialized County anti-trash task force dedicated to protecting our environment and the health and safety of our community.

For information on becoming a neighborhood steward call

(702) 455-4191.

For general information
 cut and paste this link into your browser
http://www.co.clark.nv.us/
Parks/pro/SWEPT.htm

 

 


 

 

RMLT Handouts
* Trail Rules
* What to bring hiking
* What to look for on the trail
*Dehydration

 

April 18, 2013

Coming June 2013 - "New" Look to this Website

The Outside Las Vegas Foundation (OLVF), www.outsidelasvegas.org, has offered to help host and manage the River Mountains Trail on-line presence.  OLVF has asked super volunteer,  Graham Wimbrow, to bring this trail website (the ".org" site), the trail ".com" website, the trail blog and maybe the trail Facebook page to one host server.  Then set up a new site managed by the OLVF with these components at one location for the public to use.   The goal is to have the new web site work completed by June 2013. 

Thank you OLVF!

Bill Laub, Webmaster (November, 13, 2000 to May 31,  2013)


December 14, 2012

Trail Construction/Closure Update

In the April 6, 2012 comments it was written that the section of the trail near Lake Las Vegas would be closed due to construction.  The construction is taking far longer than anticipated.  This section of the trail will be closed until mid-2013.

April 6, 2012

Trail Construction/Closure Update

The River Mountains Loop Trail is closed for construction from mile 9.5 to mile 11 due to construction of the Lake Mead Parkway Trail which brings lights and additional amenities to the shared sections of this trail.     For more information call Outdoor Recreation at (702) 267-4050 or email COHTrailWatch@cityofhenderson.com

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July 19, 2012

A posting about the Boulder City Bypass (Freeway I-11) and trail connectivity issues has been removed. The issue is in the process of being resolved. - Bill Laub, webmaster, July 25, 2012.


September 14, 2011

If you are looking to plan or run an event on the River Mountains Loop Trail  and need a place to start.  Try using our handy "Group Use Trail Contact Matrix" which is shown below.  There is a link to a PDF with the information in the next paragraph.

The details of each permitting entity will be provided once contact is made and your event details are known to them.   The PDF one page copy is here:  River Mountains Loop Trail Group Use Contact Page - (revised September 12, 2011).

 

July 8, 2011

Trucks Crossing the River Mountains Loop Trail

Beginning July 5, trucks will be hauling large loads of dirt over the River Mountains Loop Trail.  They will be crossing at Ithaca Ave (mm 6.5) daily from 6:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., making 150 round trips per day (300 total crossings) until the end of the year (6 months).   Please use caution in this area.  Warning signs are in place.

July 8, 2011
 

A few highlights from last month's RMLT Partnership meeting:
 
bulletConstruction on last segment progressing; both tunnels are currently under construction with detours in place on Lake Mead.
bulletRound #10 funding approved, list of enhancements and safety items underway.
bulletTrail hours of operation discussed; dawn to dusk seems to be the rule. Clarification from NPS pending
bulletTrail alert issued for mile mark 6.5 ; truck hauling starts today; 300 trucks per day cross trail next 3-4 months.
bulletEquestrian Park re-opened June 17th for use
bulletUpdate on Multisport Trail event proposal given
bulletNo trail meeting in July.

Happy trails to all and be safe....John Holman

June 7, 2011

A small piece of the trail in the City of Henderson between Equestrian Park and the Silverman cutoff has been reopened as of this morning.  The City was working on reinforcing the berm the trail rests on.  This was a project the City expected to take to June 23, 2011 and had closed the trail for a 30 day period.

June 1, 2011

Photo taken Memorial Day Weekend by Tony Taylor of the first (of two) tunnel placements.  This tunnel is near the Lake Las Vegas entrance.  This tunnel has a lot of work yet to be completed, i.e. cement floor, rip-wrapping, etc.  The tunnel should be open after August 26, 2011.

 

April 4, 2011

The City of Henderson has asked the users of the River Mountains Loop Trail in the area of Lake Las Vegas to use a temporary route as shown in the picture below.  A link to a PDF of the temporary route is here- Temporary Route.

April 4, 2011

Work on final piece of trail has started

You might have noticed the "call before you dig" paint on the roadway, the staking for the tunnels, trail and other structures near the Lake Las Vegas.  The last segment of the trail in under construction.  Be careful while traveling though this area.

The work includes two tunnels under Lake Mead Parkway and 2.6 miles of paving.   The contract is for a 120 day build-out which means the work should be wrapped up by August 28, 2011.     Click on the picture below for a larger picture of the work area.

Click here for a 3 megabyte PDF of the picture shown above and the work area.

 

February 22, 2011

The National Park Service has produced a new map of the Hoover Dam, Historic Railroad Trail and O'Callaghan-Tillman Bridge area.
Follow this link to a 11" x 17" PDF of the new map.  Below is picture of one section of this map.  The map also has the following information:

Emergencies:
Outside Lake Mead NRA: call 911
Inside Lake Mead NRA: call (702) 293-8932 / (800) 680-5851

Information:

        ·          All visitors to the Hoover Dam Visitor Center are required to enter the facility through a security checkpoint. Knives and weapons are not permitted in the Visitor Center.
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         Stopping on top of the dam in any vehicle is prohibited.
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         Pedestrians are not allowed on the top of the Hoover Dam after dark.
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         Pets are permitted within Lake Mead NRA (on a 6-foot leash) except where posted; however,  pets are not allowed on top of the Hoover Dam or the Mike O'Callaghan- Pat  Tillman  Memorial Bridge walkway.
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         Vehicles are not permitted to stop on the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge
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         Glass and Styrofoam are not permitted at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.


January 6, 2011

"There is Not a Designated Bike Lane on the New Hoover Dam Bridge"

A southern Nevada cyclist sent a message to the public who would like to use the River Mountains Loop Trail to get to and then bicycle across  the new Mike O'Callaghan -Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.   You might be disappointed to learn that there is not a designated bike lane on the new Hoover Dam Bridge.

"I personally think the way to go is to bike the Historic RR trail and walk to the overlook, or road bike to the overlook parking lot and walk to the bridge.  You can’t see much from (bicycling) the road (on the bridge) anyway. "

January 3, 2011

River Mountains Trail Partnership Meeting Dates Set for 2011

     1.     January 25, 2011
2.     February 22, 2011
3.     March 22, 2011
4.     April 26, 2011*       
5.     May 24, 2011
6.     June 28, 2011
7.     July 26, 2011
  - meeting canceled
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  August 23, 2011
9.     September 27, 2011
10.             October 25, 2011*
11.             November 22, 2011    
12.             December 27, 2011 - 
(Usually dark)

 Meetings are held at:  BLACK MOUNTAIN RECREATION CENTER* 
* April and October are often scheduled in the field. We will provide 30-day notice.

All meetings start at 4:30 P.M.


January 3, 2011

Bike Rentals & Hotels Near the River Mountains Loop Trail

John Holman,
RMLT 2010 chair recently wrote,  "If you are renting bikes here; there are several places you can pick (up bikes) closer to the trail.

http://www.allmountaincyclery.com/
http://www.jtsbicycle.com/
http://bouldercitybikes.com/

John wrote about close by hotels: "You might check out Lake Las Vegas resorts for a more upscale experience with no gaming at Loews and Aston Hotels.  Both have properties at Lake Las Vegas.   I think they both have bike rental deals with All Mountain Cyclery for rentals etc.   You should also look at Railroad Pass Hotel and Casino in Henderson.  It is right on the trail and you can ride directly from their parking lot.   The Hacienda Hotel in Boulder City is close to the trail and overlooks Lake Mead and connects to the Historic Railroad Trail which takes you to the Hoover Dam and the Bridge."

http://www.montelagovillage.com/
http://www.loewshotels.com/en/Lake-Las-Vegas-Resort
http://www.railroadpass.com/

RTC bike map link:

http://www.rtcsouthernnevada.com/cycling/index.cfm

Happy trails and let me know how else I may help......John

 

December 3, 2010

Work Has Begun on the Final Piece of the "Loop"

The construction contract for our last trail segment near the entrance to Lake Las Vegas has been awarded.   The contract includes two tunnels under Lake Mead Parkway and 2.6 miles of paving.   The contract is for a 120 day build-out which means the work should be wrapped up in early March 2011.    The approximately 34.5 mile loop will be completed! 

Click on the picture below for a larger picture of the work area.

Click here for a 3 megabyte PDF of the picture shown above and the work area.


November 19, 2010

 

Just a reminder that there will be no River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council this month or in December.  
 
Trail news -
bulletNov. 16th the last segment bid was awarded by Henderson City Council.  In approximately 120-days we can all enjoy the complete 35-mile loop.
bulletSilverman Triathlon Aid Station #10 sponsored by the RMTP was a huge success due to all the volunteers who participated...thanks to all of you.
bulletIf you need something to do over the Thanksgiving Holiday to burn off those pies,  grab a broom and head for MM16 to MM18.5; still have rocks and sand on trail from October flooding.
bulletTrail watch needs more volunteers and more trail watch reports turned end.
bulletJoin us on Facebook, become a fan and join in the discussion, photos, and daily news.  link: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/River-Mountains-Loop-Trail/369540032568
 
Happy Thanksgiving and watch out for run away turkeys on the trail this week....
 
Happy Trails to all......John

John E. Holman
cell (702)-357-0980
nevhiker@aol.com
 

 

October 31, 2010

Updated RML trail JPGs made available to public:

Click on the image links below:

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River Mountains Loop Trail - front

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River Mountains Loop Trail - back

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Area Location Map for the trail

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Trail Elevations at several locations around the loop- Trail Profile

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Historic Railroad Trail to Hoover Dam Parking Structure

The links below print to an 8 1/2 x 11" piece of paper.  The PDFs are not as clear as the images above.

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River Mountains Loop Trail - front  (PDF)

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River Mountains Loop Trail - back (PDF)

 

October 31, 2010

Notes from the October River Mountains Loop Trail Partnership

Trail Operations Reports

-          Oct. 4th flood damaged reviewed

o   Henderson not much damaged; Leak Mead took hit

o   Pictures shown of flood damage at Twin tunnels & clean up done

o   Some areas still need cleaning

-          Chairman introduced concept of trail “hotshots” for rapid clean ups

-          Trail Buttons and logo

o   Jim H placed them all weekend Oct 1-3…look very nice. thanks

Trail Planning and Development Reports

-          Al JanKowiak – closing trail near  Equestrian to upgrade berm in Spring of 2011

o   Closure less than 10 days – maybe only one site – depends on FEMA

-          Interbike – back for 2011 - 2013

o   Anaheim (cancelled by popular demand)

o   Good feedback on RMLT

o   Thank you for all who participated

o   Raised $299 through New Belgium Brewery donation

o   Consensus is we only do Outdoor DEMO

o   Find third party for booth & brew now

o   Look into doing a sponsored ride on trail

-          MM 9-11.5 – Bid Opening – Segment 14

o   Award at Nov 16th Council Meeting –

o   Engineer’s estimate was $2 million

o   NDOT permit complete

o   Construction to begin early December

-          Trail Safety Round 10

o   Task order not released yet – funding available after Oct 2010

-          Trail permitting meeting took place

o   Have enough information to create matrix for website

o   Communication key between all parties

-          Burkholder Trail Connector

o   Bollards have been stolen – will be replaced

o   Trail in use now

-          Equestrian Park North – not open to public use

o   Opening by end of Dec.

o   Dog park needs sod placed

 

Organizational Development

-          Blogging and Facebook Report

o   Facebook is providing instantaneous feedback

o   290 fans during the month on Facebook-increase of 30

o   Comments on Trail flooding provided

o   7,313 hits this month on Blog site – all time high

§  Hoover Dam 75th & Bridge opening reason

o   Distributed the new maps – black & white maps & CD’s

o   Getting new colored maps to bike shops

Community Outreach/Neighborhood/Tourism

COH Trails Coordinator – Jennifer Magby

-          National Trail Event October 9, 2010

o   Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights

o   National Recreation Trail presentation to us

o   3,000 attendees – big success

-          Date for 2011 National Trails Day is Oct. 1st, 2011

-          Viva Bike ride is Oct. 8th, 2011

Other Business – future

-          Silverman Nov 7th   aid station #10 bike course

o    still  at the 100 mile marker on the bike route

o   Need 30 volunteers over the course of the day

§  Sign sheet passed around

o   Silverman has meeting for volunteers on Saturday Oct. 30th

§  Jennifer Magby will attend

o   Theme – “Wild, Wild West” –western

-          End of the Trail Event – April 2011

o   A lot of time and effort go into these events

o   April 2 or April 9 – (Some interest in April 2)

o   New Belgium Brewery may be interested

o   Could roast a pig. . .

o   Committed to host the event at Railroad Pass

 Next Meeting – dark for November & December due to holiday conflicts

 January 25, 2011 next meeting

 

August 24, 2010

Highlights from the River Mountains Trail PAC meeting:

·         Paul questions actual safety of new guard rails on curves - segment #13

·         New striping and signs helpful

·         Jennifer reported that new race director Tour De Cure has cleaned up trail markings Trail Buttons on Monuments

·         Henderson needs a replacement button for MM 3.0 ( Jim f/u)

·         FEMA work on Henderson part of Loop trail that sit on top of levees will close small parts of the trail in  Feb./March 2011

·         Detours to be provided where needed at two locations where levee must be repaired

·         Trail events planned, potential conflicts. Jennifer to coordinate schedules with Al.

Trail Planning & Development Reports

·         John reported on National Recreation Trail presentation to Henderson City Council on July 20th

·         Erin reported that bid opening would be August 26th for Segment 14 of trail.  (Final segment of trail!). Details on back of agenda.  (Note: opening of bid moved to Sept. 9th @3:00p.m.) Chairman suggested a photo op at ground breaking would be nice. Construction estimated at 4-months; January 2011 opening possible

·         Trail safety and & enhancements – task order expect in October

·         Highway Directional Signs – No report

·         Permit Matrix committee to meet in Sept. date pending

·         Interbike Outdoor Demo Sept 20, & 21st – working with B.C. Rotary and New Belgium on booth volunteers needed.  Interbike Expo at Sands 22, 23. & 24th booth needs volunteers Jason working on passes (6) for volunteers

·         Burkholder Trail, a connecting trail, near completion. COH final walk thru next week. Vehicle barriers around SNWA need to be placed.

·         Sloan Trails delayed due to contractor issues.

Organization Development

·          Maps- Jason brought new revised color maps for hand out. Also provided Partnership with new large mounted color map for presentations. Everyone loves the new maps. Jason & Paul will help get maps out to bike stores etc.  Partnership voted to authorize purchase of 1,000 additional maps thru B.O.R. vendor.  Jennifer requested a handful of un-folder maps.

Community Outreach/ Neighborhood/Tourism

·         Trail Watch still growing – 732 hrs served January thru July. Brooms now available for volunteers.  Lake Mead NRA has started Trail Watch also. Need to apply. Need to include Boulder City into Trail Watch.

·         RMLT on trail events pending – Viva Las Vegas Bike Ride Oct. 9th; Calico Racing Oct. 10th, Ragnar Relay Oct. 22 & 23rd (Pumpkinman Triathlon Oct. 16th & Silverman Triathlon Nov. 7th)   

·         National Trails Day Oct. 9th 2010 – review status and plans for day. Photo contest needs more entries RMLT is open category. Exhibitors at 38 +. Have two stages this year, new is Outdoor Learning stage.

·         RMLT annual clean up date set for March 19th, 2011. Will have to work around potential closure areas.

·         Jennifer & John both spoke to GV Kiwanis Club about trails, National Trails Day and RMLT

Other Business - future  

·         Silverman 2010 course and venue changes. Bike course on RMLT the same. Will need aid station volunteers. Race starts Lake Las Vegas with swim in Lake. Event date Nov. 7th, 2010

·         Silverman 2011 & ITU 2011 – Jennifer advised that both events will run back to back on same day; no more two day event. Will be easier on volunteers. Event date Nov. 5th

·         End of Trail event Spring 2011 – on trail event for partners and volunteers; end at RRPass with BBQ, speeches, awards, fun. 

·         Resort to Resort event in spring 2011 3-days and 3-nights.

·         Partnership future becomes a “Friends of Organization” or remains an Advisory Group to land managers?

·         Next meetings September 28th, 2010 and October 26, 2010

 

July 10, 2010

It is 91 days to Southern Nevada's  2010 National Trails Day Celebration!  As always the River Mountains Trails PAC is playing in a big part in putting the "Celebration" together.  In addition, we are being honored as one of the featured trails.  Go to 2010 National Trails day Celebration for more information.

 

June 29, 2010

GREAT News!  The final two and a half  miles of easements have been signed.  Now we can start the construction bid process to finish the "loop."

From the RML trail blog:

"June 22,2010 -  We learned recently that the final drawings are complete, the easements are signed, and the City of Henderson has set July 15, 2010 as the date to advertise for bids to build this last 2.5 miles of the River Mountains Loop Trail.   September 7th was also the target date set for awarding the bid, which means it is feasible to  complete and open the trail by year-end.  At least we are hopeful.  It now appears that our “End of the Trail” celebration will now take part in very early Spring 2011.

"This last segment has had its challenges. Easements from Three Kids Mine owners, Approval and easements from Basic Water Co.; Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) sign off, Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) approval, Lake Las Vegas review, and several more.  The segment will cross under Lake Mead Parkway twice starting on the south side until just east of Lake Las Vegas Parkway then crossing under Lake Mead Parkway to the north side hugging the BMI water line, and skirting around Lake Las Vegas properties until crossing again under Lake Mead Parkway next to the BMI water line and near the Old Spanish Trail marker and linking up with the existing trail alignment."

Finally, the completion of the River Mountains Loop Trail is in sight.  Be patient just another six months.

 

June 29, 2010

Skateboarding on the RML Trail

Check out this "longboard" skateboard ride on the Boulder City side of the River Mountains Loop Trail.  Great scenery and rolling action.

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzIWCnB72iA&feature=related

 

June 9. 2010

Follow the link below to the Boulder City, City Council home page.  It will take you to the Tuesday, June 8, 2010 council meeting where the River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council formally presented the the National Recreation Trail award to the City Council.  In his 15 minute presentation, John Holman, Chair RMLT PAC gave an in-depth overview of the trail, its impacts on the City of Boulder City, and how this award helps trails in southern Nevada.

http://bcnv.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=2&clip_id=226

Once you open the link above, you will see a page similar to the picture below.  Find the agenda on the left hand side.  If you click on item number 5 it will take you directly to Mr. Holman's presentation.  It is a good video.

Similar presentations are scheduled for the City of Henderson, Bureau of Recreation and the Lake Mead National Recreation area.  The final, and biggest presentation, will be made during National Trails Day, October 9, 2010 at the Henderson Pavilion.  Why not join us October 9, 2010?

 

May 5, 2010

River Mountains Loop Trail Receives National Honor

"Dear trail managers,

"Congratulations on your trail being designated a National Recreation Trail
by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar on May 3, 2010.  We have begun packaging
up certificates of designation, letters of congratulations from Secretary
Salazar, and trail markers for shipment to you.  

"The certificates and letters will be shipped via FedEx and the set of NRT trail markers will be
delivered by the US Postal Service.   I will e-mail the press release to
you when it is finalized by our public affairs folks.

"If you have not received your materials by the end of May, please let me
know.

"Helen Scully
National Trails System
Program Specialist"
 

May 5, 2010

Changes Requested on Small RMLT Trail Map

Hi Jason:
 
John Holman and I sat down this morning and drew up a "wish list" of design ideas for the small black and white PDF map.  We understand that some of our request may fall into the "not achievable" category.  

Our goals were: 

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Continue the use of the black and white PDF map.  Especially since we use it to emailed to new users.

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Keep a small file size so that the map can be posted on web sites (besides our own web site).

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To target the map to the first time casual user.  And, try not to overwhelm the map (or the first time user) with too much information.

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To feature up to five easy-to-get to trail heads to get the newbie started on the trail.

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Can you: 

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Add the trail head box information (attached as a Word document and pictured below).  The information does not have to be in the box, or in the center of the map. 

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Add area roads to help the newbie find the trail heads.

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Show as much of Boulder Highway as possible

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Show as much of NV Highway as possible (include Laughlin junction)

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Show Yucca Street

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Show Pacifica Way

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Show as much of Lake Shore Drive as possible

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Show road to Boulder Basin event area

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Show road to Hemining (sp) beach and event area

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Show road to Boulder Beach area

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Show Lake Mead Parkway

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Show Equestrian Drive

 3.  Removed words "Opening 2009" found at the bottom of the map.  (The piece between Railroad Pass and Boulder City.)

 4.  Update all trail segments to "open" as using the  "legend" box trail open symbol... (but the two miles still closed at the top of the map).

 5.  Use RMLT logo from attached zip file.

 These requests are based on the  August 28, 2008 "base" map PDF file as created by the BOR. 

Link to this map

Bill Laub

 

April 10, 2010

Sierra Club

River Mountains Loop Trail was added to the Sierra Club trail website this week (April 8, 2010).  http://connect.sierraclub.org/Trails/River_Mountains_Loop_Trail

From the Sierra Club description:

"Notes on Difficulty Rating

"The bulk of this trail is 4% grade or less. Most trail sections are ADA. There are areas due to terrain or other construction challenges that have higher grades.   Most notable is a series of three mountain ridges with grades up to 15%; locals refer to these ridges as the Three Sisters."


April 9, 2010

Big news for River Mountains Loop Trail and Google Map Users

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) is proud to announce its partnership with Google™ as an official content provider for Google Map's brand-new biking directions functionality. The release of this long-awaited feature allows Google Maps users to type in their destination and receive directions for the best bicycling route. Previously, Google was able to provide walking, driving or transit directions. Now, RTC is providing its extensive trail-map data to Google Maps for the seamless integration of safe, accessible and fun bicycling routes into daily travel.

Since 2000, RTC has made its extensive trails database of more than 1,600 rail-trails and connecting corridors free to the public through its trail-finder Web site, TrailLink.com. In 2007, RTC's launched its Mapping Initiative and expanded its library of information to include exclusive and free trail maps. Today, as one of Google's national content partners with trails data in all 50 states, RTC is helping millions more people find trails and enjoy the benefits of bicycling for active transportation and recreation.

"We're thrilled to be working with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy to make RTC's extensive bike trail data available through Google Maps and Google Earth," says Shannon Guymon, Product Manager for Google Maps. "Bikers all over the country now will be able to explore new trails or find specific directions in their local community with just a few clicks of their mouse."

The inclusion of RTC's trail information in Google Maps comes at a time when people are clamoring for biking opportunities. In the last year, RTC has seen an unprecedented surge in its TrailLink.com users. TrailLink.com is the most robust, national resource for rail-trail maps, pictures, descriptions, listings and directions to more than 30,000 miles of trails.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit membership organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. RTC is committed to enhancing the health of America's environment, transportation, economy, neighborhoods and people though a nationwide system of trails. To learn more about RTC or to become a member and support trail programs like TrailLink.com, visit www.railstotrails.org. To volunteer to help map trails for RTC's Mapping Initiative, visit www.traillink.com/gps.aspx.

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Read about the River Mountains Loop Trail on the Rails to Trail Website:  http://www.traillink.com/viewtrail.aspx?AcctID=6343905

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How to do a  Google Maps Search, start by searching on 'River Mountains Loop Trail, Henderson, NV. 89015'  in the Google Maps section.  Turn on the the "Satellite" view, find the word "more", click or add a check mark on Bicycling (& add photos for fun). This will show you trail in green.

Trail heads can be found on Google at:

•Alan Bible Visitor Center Lake Mead National Recreation Area
•Bootleg Canyon Park off of Yucca Street Boulder City, NV.
•Railroad Pass Hotel Casino upper parking lot, Henderson, NV.
•Equestrian Park, Equestrian Dr. & Magic way, Henderson, NV.
•NPS Fee Station Trail head, Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson, NV.

There are other access points but these will get you on the trail and can be found on Google Maps.

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April 8, 2010

Notes from the March 23, 2010 River Mountains Trail PAC meeting:

-         Segment 6 -     Series of cracks in the trail by Havre – these cracks have been repaired with "cold" patch – repaired 8 cracks

-         Buttons and Monuments

o       ½ mile marker is missing

o       Logo stolen has been replaced

o       Series of new paint markers on the trails

o       Blowing rock off the trail and water run off is creating deterioration of the edge of the trail between MM 1.5 and MM 3.0

§         City is proposing to place concrete curb

o       Special events on the trail – trail could be consumed by event

§         Trail is open to the public during events

-         National Recreation Trail Designation – complete application

-         Segment 14 (last piece of trail to finish-near Lake Las Vegas)

o       Letters of concurrence are in the mail

o       LakeMoor letter of concurrence will be signed

o       NDOT encroachment permit will be needed

o       Design is near 100%

o       Could be 14 months to completion from today – worst case

-         Interbike detour proposed for trail in Boulder City for 2010  Detour trail onto Veterans’ Memorial Drive, Industrial Road around event site was recommended

-         Coyote Awareness sign      May not be a large enough issue to warrant a sign

-         Google Maps

o       Can search for bicycle trails

o        Bicycling routes- show up in green on the map

o       John handed out power point slides on how to search Google Maps for bike trails

o       John submitted high quality photos now posted on Google Maps/Earth

o       Trail head and information – What’s around here?  John has loaded the trailheads

o       Trailhead at Railroad Pass gets more hits than our website

o       Source of trails may be the RTC trails map – Follow up needed (action item)

-         Equestrian Park phase II will be developed to improve the equestrian facilities and the addition of a dog park and equestrian trail connections 

    Clean up was last weekend -  50 volunteers picked up 1.2 tons

         Family Fun and Fido Walk – April 10th Equestrian Park 10-12 p.m.

-         National Trails Day 2010 Planning Report -  Committee met last week – Theme “Build a trail community” October 9, 2010

-         Ragnar Relay – used the trail last October- starts at Valley of Fire

o       Had first meeting last week – met with many jurisdictions

o       Date is Oct 22 and 23rd – 12 person relay team

o       Will use RMLT in park, BC and Henderson – Route in Google Earth

-         Silverman November 7, 2010 – need continue to improve

o       Theme needs to be developed – noise and loudness are good

o       November 5 and 6, 2011 – have the opportunity to do this two days in a row – ITU bigger than Silverman with 4,000 athletes

o       Will need a corporate sponsor

o       SWG  may sponsor  aid station #10

Next Meeting – April 27, 2010 – Bootleg Canyon Park at the Trailhead Kiosk,  4:30 PM, Bring: lawn chair/bucket, hat, water –  Maps & direction will be sent.

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March 2, 2010

Notes from the February 23, 2010 River Mountains Trails PAC meeting:

bulletBudgets are impacting our trails too, we learned this week that Henderson PD can no long provide dedicated trail patrols that started last spring.
bulletRecent rains have dumped plenty of rock and sand on the trail, so please careful until sweep equipment can pass through
bulletButton and trail sign installation MM 0.0 through 8.5 should be competed this week. (Done)
bulletTrail maps are being updated and reprints are in the works.
bulletRMLT Trail clean up set for March 20th 8:00 a.m. at Equestrian Park - see you there.
bulletTrail Watch completed 1,164 hours on Henderson trails in 2009
bulletEquestrian Park Phase II work awarded to contractor.

December 30, 2009

The piece of trail being built between Bootleg Canyon and highway 93 is almost finished.  The trail will open when the striping and signage are in place.
Hopefully that will be soon and not later than mid-January 2010.  The pictures shown below are by Gary Zupanic (click to enlarge).

      


December 11, 2009

Notes from the November 24, 2009  RMLT Partnership Meeting

bulletThe last section of trail from MM 9.0 to 11.5 has gotten approval for 100% design after moving trail alignment off of Lake Las Vegas parcels.
bulletElectric bikes on the trail are ok....issue is a non-issue.
bulletBoulder City last 1,000 feet delayed until mid- December for trail opening.
bulletTrail closure November 30th to Dec. 4th for Geo-tech boring for Flood control from MM 1.0 to MM 3.0; detours will be enforce.
bulletTrail BLOG received over 2400 hits during November.
bulletHistoric Railroad Trail featured in Winter Issue of Rails to Trails Magazine -
http://www.railstotrails.org/news/magazine/index.html

 

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Construction!

While the entire River Mountains Loop Trail will not be complete for several years (2010), individual segments will be dedicated each year. We hope that in traveling the Trail you will have a safe and enjoyable trip which respects the beauty and sensitivity of the desert environment.   Use the links on the left side of this page to find the sections of the trail that are now open.
 

The Trail

The River Mountains Loop Trail, approximately 35 miles in length, will surround the River Mountains connecting Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Hoover Dam, Henderson, Boulder City and the rest of the Las Vegas Valley, expanding recreational and alternative transportation opportunities for the region’s growing population. 

In many sections of the trail,  the trail will be 24 feet wide with a twelve foot paved trail for hikers and bikers and a second trail for horses with a third trail for mountain bikers.

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Contact Information

We invite you to join in Building, Supporting, and Using the River Mountains Loop Trail.  For more information, please contact any of the following partner agencies:

bulletLake Mead National Recreation Area 702/293-8986
bulletBoulder City Engineering Department 702/293-9275
bulletHenderson Parks and Recreation Department 702/267-4000
bulletClark County Department of Comprehensive Planning 702/455-4181
bulletOr any of the River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council members.  

 

John Holman Chair
River Mountains Trail Partnership Advisory Council
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