Things to Do In Henderson NV

Henderson is a city near Las Vegas, in Nevada. It is south of Vegas, and is a great place to live and in the top 100 best places to live. and is in Clark County.

The desert climate is good for your health, just stay hydrated, the job growth is booming and yes they also have a local air port or McCarran International Airport (LAS) is apx 20 minutes away.

Henderson has 56 schools of which 41 are public schools and 15 private schools. Grades k1-12 and has a high school that is ranked 20th best in nation.

President John F. Kennedy predicted that the then fledgling City of Henderson was a "city of destiny." That it has become.

There are famous people who live in city such as Celine Dion ,Sheena Easton ,Mike Tyson and other notable names.

The surrounding areas offer many things to do. Here are a few: Clark County Museum (some call this Clark County Heritage Museum) has several exhibits on regions history, and has restored vintage homes.

Lion Habitat Ranch is a sanctuary for big cats. To the east, vast Lake Mead is dotted with marinas, and set in a rocky landscape with valleys and trails. Southwest, the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area includes a petroglyph site with over 300 ancient rock art panels. Hoover Dam is about 30 minutes away depending on traffic.

You cannot visit and miss the Ethel M Chocolates Factory, lots to see here and smell, well worth the trip in of itself. The Maverick Helicopters tour is well spent money for the memories you will have .Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino is a place you should consider in your visit to Henderson.

The History of Henderson can bee seen here in a timeline form