Geology
Clark County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
BLM Area of Critical Environmental Concern east of Las Vegas between Frenchman Mountain and Lake Mead — gypsum badlands and multicolored Tertiary sedimentary and volcanic layers in a scenic trail system. Classic southern Nevada geology classroom: bright gypseous soils, faulted exposures of the Frenchman Mountain block, and desert washes open to hiking and photography on public land.
| Region | Clark County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.1427, -114.9493 |
| Designation | Rainbow Gardens ACEC (BLM) |
| Geology | Gypsum badlands / Tertiary strata |
| Access | Dirt trails / Lake Mead Blvd corridor |
| Nearby | Frenchman Mountain / Lake Mead NRA |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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