The land and water conservation fund (lwcf) state and local assistance program provides matching grants to develop parks owned by states and local communities

The Nevada Division of State Parks received a $202,500 Project Grant award from the Department of the Interior National Park Service under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) on January 1, 2026. This award supports park development and infrastructure improvements at Van Sickle Bi-State Park through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) State and Local Assistance Program, which is funded by offshore oil and gas lease revenues rather than federal tax dollars. The project extends through December 31, 2028, and will deliver public recreation enhancements benefiting Nevada residents and visitors.

The funding will support the design, acquisition, and construction of outdoor recreation facilities and amenities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park, consistent with Nevada's Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan priorities. Typical park development projects funded under CFDA 15.916 include infrastructure improvements such as trailhead development, accessibility enhancements, restroom facilities, parking areas, and recreational amenities that expand public access to outdoor recreation resources. The Nevada Division of State Parks, as the primary grant recipient, is responsible for project implementation and ensuring the work meets federal requirements and program objectives through the three-year performance period.

Based on its outdoor recreation priorities, the state has selected grant projects to receive lwcf funding. Lwcf grants are made pursuant to 54 U.S.C. 2003 and are funded by offshore oil and gas lease revenue, not tax dollars. In this project, the nevada division of state parks will make developments at van sickle BI-state park. This project will benefit the general public.