Located just a short drive from Las Vegas, the Desert National Wildlife Refuge offers an extraordinary escape into pristine Mojave Desert wilderness. Visitors can start at the Corn Creek Visitor Center to explore interactive exhibits, then set out on scenic trails leading to historic landmarks like the 1920s Railroad Tie Cabin. Rich in cultural heritage, the refuge preserves ancient Native American archaeological sites alongside vast habitats home to iconic desert bighorn sheep. Whether hiking rugged mountain peaks or camping beneath towering ponderosa pines at Desert Pass, this expansive sanctuary promises an unforgettable outdoor adventure.