The Nevada Division of State Parks received a $400,335 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to enhance In Town Park in Fernley, Nevada. The project will fund the construction of an accessible walking trail, a playground walkway, installation of seating and a gazebo, drought-tolerant landscaping, and repairs to existing tennis courts. This project aims to improve the quality of...
The U.S. National Park Service awarded a $1,498,820 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Project Grant to the Nevada Division of State Parks on June 13, 2025. The grant will fund improvements at Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916). The project will benefit the general public by developing new park facilities and infrastructure, such as a visitor center and amphitheater, to enhance outdoor recreation...
The U.S. National Park Service awarded a $471,810 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program grant (CFDA 15.916) to the Nevada Division of State Parks on April 1, 2025. The grant will fund the renovation of a restroom facility, construction of approximately 0.80 miles of trails, and installation of wayfinding signage at Cave Lake State Park. This project aims to enhance outdoor recreation resources and improve public access at the state park. The LWCF program...
The Nevada Division of State Parks received a $2,850,659.50 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to enhance the Trench K Trailhead at Ice Age Fossils Nevada State Park in North Las Vegas. The project includes the construction of a vault toilet, kiosk, shade pavilion, walkways, parking, seating, landscaping, and a 2,180-foot paved road connecting the existing visitor center...
This $1,945,000 federal Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) will support the Nevada Division of State Parks in making improvements at Kershaw-Ryan State Park. The grant will fund the development of park infrastructure and amenities to benefit the general public's outdoor recreation experience. Specific project activities to be undertaken include the...
The Nevada Division of State Parks received a $274,507.24 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program to subgrant to the City of Henderson for the development of the Pebble Parklet project. This project will include landscaping, irrigation, seating, picnic tables, a bike rack, and shade structures. The goal is to benefit local residents and increase access to parks in the neighborhood. The project...
The Nevada Division of State Parks received a $1,215,220 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant from the U.S. National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to renovate and improve Campground #2 at Wild Horse State Recreation Area in Elko, Nevada. The project will pave the campground loop road, add electrical and frost-free water hookups to all campsites, and undertake other improvements. This will increase recreational opportunities...
The National Park Service awarded a $120,493 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Nevada Division of State Parks, a state government entity. The funding will be used to construct a new parklet in Henderson, NV that will provide a variety of outdoor recreational amenities, including shade structures, picnic tables, benches, landscaping, irrigation, a walking path, and a butterfly garden. This project will create new public...
The U.S. National Park Service awarded a $139,871.38 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Nevada Division of State Parks. The grant funds will be used by the Parks Division to purchase and install a 600 square foot splash pad next to an existing indoor swimming pool in the city of Wells, Nevada. This project aims to provide new outdoor recreation amenities and increase commerce for the local community. The award has a...
The National Park Service awarded a $105,591.36 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Nevada Division of State Parks to fund the Playground Project at Lions Park in Mineral County. The grant will support the replacement of damaged playground equipment, enhancing the appearance and functionality of the community gathering space. The project aims to encourage physical activity and community interaction by providing a...