View of hikers and leashed dogs walking on the Aliante Loop Temporary Trail
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Hiking at Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

The Aliante Loop temporary trail offers year-round scenic views of Mojave Desert scrub habitat and the Las Vegas Range, wildflower blooms in spring and summer are a sight to see.

Tule Springs Fossil Beds is a new park, so there are no permanent trails established yet. While the park is going through the planning process, we have established the Aliante Loop as a temporary trail to help gather visitor use data by counting the frequency and number of people using this trail. This data will allow for better trail planning within the park. While the Aliante Loop temporary trail offers year-round scenic views of Mojave Desert scrub habitat and the Las Vegas Range, wildflower blooms in spring and summer are a sight to see.

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Front-Country HikingFossils and PaleontologyGeologyTrailsRareLas Vegas Bearpoppytrailhikinggeology hikepaleontology hikebicycle trail

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Duration Details

Trail Overview Distance: 3.25 mi (5.23 km) Trail Style: Loop Elevation: 75 ft (23 m) Difficulty: Easy-Moderate Average Time: 2.5 hours

Fees

No fees required.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

Since the trail is temporary, the compacted soil surface is not maintained nor paved, but may be suitable for strollers and mobility aids. A sighted (human) guide is recommended for visitors who are visually impaired. Trail conditions may vary seasonally, use at your own discretion. Please Note: There are no facilities, shade, or rest areas.This temporary trail begins at the North Aliante Parkway Informational Kiosk. Enter through the curved metal pedestrian gate on Aliante Parkway.

Pets

Yes — Leashed pets are allowed on the trail.

Reservations

No — No reservations required.

Age Info

All ages

Location

Aliante Loop Temporary Trail

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