Cliff Shadows

Northwest Las Vegas has continued to be one of the most popular and fastest-growing residential areas in the valley. One of the best parts of Northwest Las Vegas, especially if you like nature and parks, is Cliff Shadows. It is located on the western edge of the city, where beautifully quiet neighborhoods meet the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Cliff Shadows is a jewel surrounded by lush parkland.

The residences here have an air of modern style based on traditional Tuscan architecture. Whether it’s a single family dwelling, or a semi-detached townhouse, these homes boast the show–stopping quality that Las Vegas is known for, juxtaposed against a beautiful natural mountain setting.

This area gives you breathtaking views of the Las Vegas Strip, so you can feel connected to a world-class city while at the same time being removed from the hustle and bustle. At the end of it all, you are still mere minutes away from several recreational choices.

Cliff Shadows Parks

Cliff Shadows Parkway runs along the edge of Red Rock Canyon, and has several parks. At the south end of the community is Buckskin Cliff Shadows Park, in the center you’ll find Cliff Shadows Open Desert Park, and the brand new Trigono Hills Park. “Trigono” means triangle in Greek, and this triangular park is 7.3 acres with an interpretive garden, picnic area, natural grass play areas, shaded playgrounds for kids of different ages, and lighted walking paths.

Just beyond these parks is the clean and quiet Reverence Park, with hiking, rock climbing, playgrounds for the kids, tennis, and volleyball and basketball courts.

At the northern end of the Cliff Shadows community is the 5-acre Skyridge Park, which features large areas of open green space, and a circular path for walking and jogging.

There are many other nearby parks inside nearby communities that residents can visit if they want to engage in a new experience. There is the Lone Mountain Park in the Lone Mountain Community, and Majestic Park to its south. There is also the Floyd Lamb Park within the Northwest Las Vegas community. This park is perfect for those who want to explore nature as it is filled with wildlife and lush vegetation. Lastly, there is also the Centennial Park in the Centennial Hills community that offers a more intimate outdoor experience.

Cliff Shadows Recreation

The Clark County Shooting Complex is also in NW Las Vegas. This 5-star outdoor shooting facility is the largest in the United States, boasting an incredible 2,900 acres. Throughout the year, special events are hosted at the Shotgun Center, including: tournaments, matches, classes, and discounted promotional opportunities.

If you’re a nature enthusiast and parks aren’t enough, then the neighboring Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area gives you plenty of hiking and exploring opportunities in a gorgeous setting. You can also take a drive northeast to The Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada’s first state park.

If boating, fishing, swimming, or water skiing is more your speed, the Lake Mead National Recreation Area is about an hour to the east and is easily accessible from the freeway. However, if you prefer snow over water, then Mount Charleston and Lee Canyon offer skiing and sledding opportunities that are practically in your own backyard.

Cliff Shadows Golfing

Let’s not stop there. If you’re a golfer, you’re in luck. Just across the street from Cliff Shadows is Sun City Summerlin, home to three impressive 18-hole golf courses. Choose from the Highland Falls Golf Club, known for its challenging elevation changes and strategic bunkers; the championship-level executive Eagle Crest Golf Course, carved out of a mountain and it boasts some of the highest elevations in the city; or the pine tree–adorned Palm Valley Golf Course, Golf Summerlin’s longest and most challenging course.

Just a little further away is the desert-style Durango Hills Golf Club, a treasured executive–length course that features undulating greens and mountain views. The PGA Tour’s Tournament Players Club (TPC) Summerlin spans over four miles of manicured green fairways, and across the street from TPC Summerlin is the picturesque and contemporary Angel Park Golf Club.

One of the most majestic golf clubs in the area, the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort, located at the far northwest corner of the valley is only around a 20 minute drive away. It features three distinctive layouts designed by World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee and Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Pete Dye. Each of the three options — Snow Mountain, Sun Mountain and WOLF — are infused with Dye’s signature elements, such as dramatic slope changes and railroad tie bunkers, to make sure each course gives the player a unique experience.

The facility also boasts gorgeous event venues with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, strategically positioned against the backdrop of lush greens and sparkling lakes. Whether for weddings, corporate retreats, or casual festivities, Paiute promises a first-class experience.

Cliff Shadows Shopping and Dining

Being close to amazing recreational options doesn’t mean there’s a shortage of other amenities, such as shopping and dining. In fact, the proximity to Summerlin means you have easy and convenient access to every major retailer in clean, upscale shopping plazas with manicured palm trees and sculpted landscaping.

Summerlin is home to some of the best dining options in Las Vegas , from the high–class offerings at Red Rock Casino to countless other specialty restaurants that residents consider as must-visit destinations .

Cliff Shadows Schooling

High-quality educational options are also plentiful in this northwest community. CCSD’s Eileen Conners Elementary School is in the neighborhood, as well as the private Challenger School Summerlin. Not too much farther, you’ll find other private school options like Adelson Educational Campus and The Meadows School.

The CCSD junior high is Leavitt Middle School, and the secondary school is Centennial High School.

So while the Las Vegas Valley gives you lots of options when it comes to beautiful homes and desirable lifestyles, Cliff Shadows is a little-known gem right on the edge of it all. With a perfect mix of city and nature, and a balance of connectedness and privacy, this is one of the newer areas that is worth a closer look.

Dulcie Crawford is a native Nevadan, born and raised in Las Vegas. Dulcie stays current with market conditions and keeps continuously updated on market trends, legal reforms and financing so she can assist you in making informed decisions. A senior Realtor with Signature Real Estate Group, she has sold over 1,200 homes since 1998. You are assured a professional experience when buying or selling Real Estate with The Dulcie Crawford Group.