Discover Henderson

Local picks for the best lakes, trails, neighborhoods, restaurants and events in the Las Vegas Valley.

Your local guide to Henderson, Nevada

LOCAL Henderson is an independent guide to Nevada's second-largest city — a desert hometown of lakes, wetlands, mountain trails and big-sky sunsets just south of the Strip. Paddle Lake Las Vegas, tour Ethel M's cactus garden, stroll Water Street, and explore neighborhoods from Green Valley and Anthem to Inspirada and Seven Hills.

Only in Henderson

Lakes, trails & desert sunsets

From a Water Street farmers market morning to a Lake Las Vegas sunset paddle, here's how locals spend a perfect Saturday.

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However you're experiencing Henderson

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For Visitors

Lake Las Vegas, Ethel M, Hoover Dam and must-see spots.

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For Locals

Neighborhood picks, hidden gems and where to spend Sundays.

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For Families

Kid-friendly parks, museums and family dinner spots.

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For Movers

Neighborhoods and what it's actually like to live here.

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Things to Do & See

Iconic spots, curated for you

The essentials to hit in Henderson.

Lakes

Lake Las Vegas

A 320-acre lake ringed by a Mediterranean-style village — paddleboards, gondola rides and waterfront dining.

Nature

Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve

Nine ponds and trails where hundreds of migratory bird species stop over in the desert.

Sweets

Ethel M Chocolate Factory

Free self-guided factory tours and a three-acre botanical cactus garden that glows each holiday season.

Outdoors

Clark County Wetlands Park

Nearly 3,000 acres of trails, wildlife and nature exhibits along the Las Vegas Wash.

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Neighborhoods

Find your corner of Henderson

Six distinct neighborhoods — from lakeside resort living to historic Water Street.

Green Valley

Established · Central

Tree-lined streets, parks and The District at Green Valley Ranch.

Downtown & Water Street

Historic · Walkable

Henderson's original core with the Water Street District, City Hall and Events Plaza.

Lake Las Vegas

Lakefront · Resort

MonteLago Village, golf, water sports and lakeside homes.

Anthem

Hillside · Views

Master-planned foothills living with sweeping Strip views.

Inspirada

Family · New

Newer homes, parks and community events in the southwest.

Seven Hills

Upscale · Quiet

Gated communities, golf and quick access to the 215.

Eat & Drink

Desert flavor, and so much more

Family-run Mexican kitchens, classic steakhouses, Water Street breweries and lakeside patios.

Lindo Michoacán
Family-run Mexican favorite known for tableside guacamole and birria.
Hank's Fine Steaks & Martinis
Classic steakhouse with piano bar at Green Valley Ranch.
Water Street Restaurants
Breweries, cafés and patios along historic Water Street.
The District Patios
Brunch, sushi and date-night spots around a walkable courtyard.
MonteLago Village
Lakeside cafés and wine bars with sunset views at Lake Las Vegas.

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Shopping

Where locals actually shop

From converted landmarks to indie strips.

The District at Green Valley Ranch

Open-air boutiques, restaurants and events in the heart of Green Valley.

Water Street District

Local shops, galleries and the downtown farmers market.

Ethel M Chocolates

Hometown chocolates made right here since 1981.

Events

Always something happening in Henderson

Heritage Days, holiday cactus lights, Golden Knights hockey and Water Street festivals all year.

See the calendar

Spring
Henderson Heritage Parade & Festival
Water Street
Nov – Jan
Ethel M Holiday Cactus Lights
Ethel M Chocolate Factory
Weekly
Water Street Farmers Market
Downtown Henderson
Season
Vegas Golden Knights Practices
America First Center