Clark County Breaks Ground on $100M Red Rock Legacy Trail

Clark County, Nevada, broke ground on the Red Rock Legacy Trail, a nearly 19-mile paved multi-use trail that will connect Summerlin to Blue Diamond Road through the Red Rock National Conservation Area. This $100 million project, supported by local, state, and federal agencies as well as community groups like Save Red Rock, aims to enhance safety for cyclists, hikers, and pedestrians by providing a dedicated trail away from busy commuter roads. The trail is partly inspired by the tragic death of Metro Police Officer Don Albietz in a hit-and-run over 20 years ago, which galvanized efforts to create safer cycling infrastructure. The first phase of construction will cover about 1.1 miles from Sky Vista Drive to Red Rock Canyon and include a new traffic signal and parking lot to improve access and safety. The project is planned to be completed in five phases over three years, with strong support from officials including Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Congresswoman Susie Lee. The trail is expected to serve the millions of visitors to Red Rock Canyon annually and promote outdoor recreation and environmental preservation.