Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in The Lakes

"The airy central conservatory, which opens up right as you enter Bellagio, was inspired by the verdigris framework of Art Nouveau conservatories of Paris. Despite the fact that Las Vegas sits smack in the middle of the Mojave Desert, you can see the changing seasons in all their glory here as the garden transforms five times per year with fresh flowers; towering animatronic butterflies and birds; burbling fountains and bobbing lanterns. Each of its seasonal “theatrical presentations” of the elements is totally new."

"Open to the public, Bellagio’s Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is a glorious free attraction beside the hotel’s lobby. Under an intricate Beaux-Arts-style glass canopy with a copper frame, this attraction employs the resort’s team of 120 horticulturalists and landscape designers, producing beautiful rotating displays with mesmerising floral arrangements, bridges, ponds and gazebos. Poinsettia and a giant Christmas tree set the tone in the holiday season."

"Highlights: Las Vegas, Hoover Dam, Flagstaff Mountains We always recommend flying into Las Vegas because there are all sorts of extremely affordable flights that fly into this world-famous city. If you can, try to catch an early morning flight into Las Vegas because it leaves time for exploring. This is the easiest and cheapest way to make Las Vegas the starting point for your Arizona road trip itinerary."

"The Memorial Bridge, mentioned above, gives a spectacular view of the Hoover Dam, which is located in the Black Canyon on the Colorado River. It was opened in 1936 and was built to control floods and produce hydroelectric power. Today, the Hoover Dam is still in use and there are two lanes of traffic that run across it."

"Floyd Lamb Park, at Tule Springs, is a pleasing oasis with its 680­-acre park, with luxuriant vegetation, animals, lakes, and sightseeing’s of the Sheep and Spring Mountain Ranges. The momentous Tule Springs Ranch is gathered inside the park and provides chances for visitors to learn about the conventional working ranch and early Las Vegas lifestyle. The park provides a number of programs."

"One of the quieter destinations of Las Vegas, Floyd Lamb Park offers several hundred acres of lush vegetation for visitors who want to get away from the noise and pollution of the city for awhile. Nature trails wind through the park for walking, jogging and mountain biking. Picnic areas have freshly-cut grass and the sweet fragrance of flowers."

"Right at the heart of Tule Springs lies an amazing haven among the desert area. At Floyd Lamb Park, you’ll find everything you’ll want for your outdoor getaway. This 680-acre park has numerous large ponds that support plant and animal life, lush vegetation, lakes, and views of the Sheep and Spring Mountains."

"Camping SiteLake Shore Road, Boulder City, NV 89005MoreLess Info. Located in the Lake Mead National Recreational Area in Boulder City, Nevada, the Boulder Beach Campground offers 150 camping sites amongst the shade of Eucalyptus trees. Most of the RV sites feature tables and fire pits."

"Just west of Las Vegas, the limestone cliffs and alpine forested peaks of the lofty Spring Mountains rise unmistakably above the Mojave Desert. The Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway is a modern, state-of-the-art interpretive center featuring educational dioramas, exhibits and artworks. Make this your first port of call for explorations into the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area section of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest."

"Next on our list of the best desserts in Las Vegas, it’s anything (we mean anything!) from Milk Bar. Milk bar was created by award-winning chef and owner Christina Tosi in 2008, and it’s a dessert place that offers a quirky and romantic spin on classic home-style desserts. It’s just so charming and delicious, it’s really hard not to be won over by this amazing little gem."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Hungry Dudes used under CC BY 2.0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. Created by award-winning Chef Chistina Tosi, this restaurant features an array of home-style creamy delights and savoury snacks and cookies with boozy milkshakes."

"Milk Bar is the highly acclaimed bakery founded by award-winning chef and owner Christina Tosi. Milk Bar puts a playful spin on familiar homestyle desserts and savory snacks using quality ingredients and locally sourced dairy."

"It may not be something that springs to mind immediately, but the ARIA Resort Buffet has a number of sushi and sashimi options available daily. On the menu you’ll also find miso soup and seaweed salad. For the sushi lover that also likes a Mexican, Chinese, Pizza, and Mediterranean food, the ARIA Buffet is a great choice for options."

"The Aria Buffet has always been a fan favorite for its huge variety of foods for you to choose from. Here you can find foods from all over the world as the sections are split accordingly to different regions. So no matter where in the world you come from, you will always have something that is suited for you."

"Did you even really experience Las Vegas, if you didn’t indulge at a Vegas buffet?. Las Vegas buffets are unlike anything else in the world… there is so much choice and it’s a dessert-lovers ideal situation!"

"Located in Las Vegas, this Japanese-style dessert shop makes delicious Japanese pastries, cakes and other signature dishes such as strawberry shortcake, cream puffs, custard pudding, whole cakes and a host of speciality dishes. All the patisseries are made of seasonal ingredients and they ensure that all their food is made fresh and satiate your sweet tooth."

"Look for tasty combinations such as salted caramel crunch, a coconut cake and the namesake Retro that's much like a chocolate cupcake from Hostess, only better. The glazed doughnut comes drenched in glaze while the milk and cookies features a giant cookie on top. You’ll definitely eat one cupcake before you get home."

"Cake World is one of the most popular bakeries in Las Vegas. This bakery features specialty bakery items, including pastries, pies, cookies, and custom cakes. They are known for working with their customers personally to come up with creative cakes tailored to meet various occasions."