About Springs Preserve
A massive, nature-focused family destination in Las Vegas featuring interactive museums, botanical gardens, a butterfly pavilion, and a train ride, offering an educational and active alternative to the Strip.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with toddlers and young children seeking outdoor play and educational exhibitsLocals looking for great value via an affordable annual membershipVisitors wanting a scenic, nature-filled break from the main Las Vegas attractionsToddlers (perfect for toddler story time, playgrounds, and the splash pad)Young Children/Preschoolers (enjoy the train ride, interactive museum exhibits, and Boomtown)
Why families love it
- Interactive butterfly conservatory where butterflies fly close and land on visitors
- Scenic train ride leading to the historic Boomtown exhibit
- Engaging indoor museums with interactive exhibits for kids
- Beautifully curated botanical, cactus, and vegetable teaching gardens
- Kid-friendly amenities including a splash pad, playgrounds, and toddler story times
- Train ride
Insider tips
- Plan for at least 3 to 4 hours to fully explore the property
- Arrive early in the day so you do not run out of time before closing
- Rent a motorized scooter for $25 at the entrance if you want to avoid walking long distances
- Park your rented scooter at the train station and take the train to Boomtown, which is flat and easy to walk
Good to know before you go
- Visiting the cafe during peak lunchtime to avoid long lines and cold food
- Arriving late in the afternoon when you won't have enough time to see the exhibits
- Long wait times and slow service at the cafe during peak lunch hours
- The butterfly conservatory can get hot in the afternoon and has a restrictive, single-file walking pace
- Crowds
- Lunchtime can be very busy with long lines at the cafe
- Value
- Excellent value, especially with highly affordable annual family membership options. Motorized scooters are available to rent for $25.
- Food
- On-site cafe features a scenic view of Las Vegas and a diverse menu where half of the options are vegan
- Accessibility
- Motorized scooters are available for rent for $25 to help navigate the large property
- Safety
- Staff conducts exit checks at the butterfly conservatory to ensure no butterflies escape on visitors
What parents say
"It's really a beautiful big place with lots to see, especially with little ones. We went around lunchtime and there were a lot of people, which means a lot of waiting in lines. The view of Las Vegas from the cafe was amazing although we waited a while for our food and it was cold. The museum, toddler time, rose garden, and butterflies were also very cool. I know there's more that we haven't seen yet, will definitely go back."
a week ago
"We love going to the spring preserve with our family all year round. We have a membership which is very affordable for our family. There are lots of walking trails and playgrounds for children. We enjoy the butterfly pavilion and splash pad . We also like the versatility of the museums throughout the year. We really enjoy the train ride and the toddler story time. This is definitely a las vegas treasure."
a week ago
"I ended up visiting twice during my 5 day trip to Vegas because there was just so much to see! The botanical garden was coming to life (end of March) and the weather was perfect! I'm only sad I missed the butterfly exibit. I was also able to get a motorized scooter for $25 which was super helpful as there is a lot to see. You can leave it at the train station (take the key) and head to Boomtown on the train. Boomtown is small & flat, so I was OK without it there. The cafe has some seriously good food and half the menu is vegan!!! I could've spent another full day there, honestly! Great for kid"
3 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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