Henderson, NV Attractions

Beautiful Henderson, Nevada is located on the border of Las Vegas and not far from the famous Las Vegas Strip. Henderson is home to the University of Southern Nevada as well as museums and art galleries. The unique Ethel M. Botanical Cactus Gardens are sure to capture interest for all ages. With over 100 special cacti, 3 acres of botanical gardens, and a recycling water plant known as The Living Machine, these unique gardens can be enjoyed by all. After touring the gardens stop off at the Ethel M. Chocolate Factory and delight in the making of gourmet chocolates.

For the Golf lovers, there are many greens to choose from, including Anthem Country Club, Desert Willow Golf Club, or Black Mountain Golf Club. Anthem Country Club is a private course that allows very limited public play. Desert Willow Golf Club is an executive par-60 course that overlooks the breathtaking Las Vegas Valley. If you prefer an 18-hole, par-72 course than Black Mountain is for you. It features two large lakes and will soon have 9 additional holes.

Hoover Dam is one of the areas biggest attractions and offers daily tours. The Hoover Dam was built for power generations, flood control, water storage, navigation, and irrigation. In 1921 when Herbert Hoover became secretary of commerce, he proposed a dam be built for the Colorado River because many farmers were experiencing catastrophic floods. The construction of the dam brought in many jobs during the Great Depression. Hoover Dam was the first man-made structure greater than the mass of the Giza pyramid.

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