Summerlin is where Las Vegas locals go to escape the Strip without leaving town – an upscale west-valley community with its own downtown, a minor-league ballpark, championship golf, miles of trails, and Red Rock Canyon at its doorstep. A few of these picks sit just past its edges, so think of this as the best things to do in and around Summerlin. Here are 10.
What’s in This Guide
- 1. Downtown Summerlin
- 2. Las Vegas Ballpark (Aviators)
- 3. Red Rock Canyon
- 4. City National Arena Skating
- 5. Golf at TPC Summerlin
- 6. The Summerlin Trail System
- 7. Red Rock Resort
- 8. Holiday Ice Rink & Seasonal Events
- 9. Catch the Golden Knights Practice
- 10. Family Fun & Nearby Water Parks
Plan your trip:
- Downtown Summerlin is the hub – 400 walkable acres of shopping, dining, and year-round events.
- Catch a Las Vegas Aviators game at the Las Vegas Ballpark, right in Downtown Summerlin.
- Red Rock Canyon – hiking, climbing, and the 13-mile scenic drive – is minutes from western Summerlin.
- City National Arena offers public skating where the Golden Knights practice.
- A chauffeur makes a multi-stop Summerlin day – ballgame, dinner, Red Rock – effortless.
The 10 Best Things to Do
1. Downtown Summerlin
The heart of it all: a 400-acre open-air district with 125-plus shops and restaurants, from national names to local favorites, plus offices, residences, and a packed events calendar. Stroll, shop, dine on a patio with mountain views, and catch live music or seasonal festivals – it’s the polished, walkable alternative to the Strip that locals actually use.
2. Las Vegas Ballpark (Aviators)
Right inside Downtown Summerlin, the Las Vegas Ballpark is one of the finest minor-league parks in the country and home to the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators (April-September). Pool cabanas, great sightlines, desert-sunset games, and family-friendly pricing make it a perfect group outing.
3. Red Rock Canyon
Summerlin’s signature natural asset. The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area – dramatic crimson sandstone cliffs, a 13-mile scenic drive, and world-class hiking and rock climbing – sits directly against western Summerlin, only about 10-15 minutes from the community’s edge. Timed-entry reservations may apply in peak season, so plan ahead.
4. City National Arena Skating
The Vegas Golden Knights’ practice facility doubles as a public ice rink with open skating sessions, lessons, and youth hockey – a fun, climate-controlled break from the desert heat, and a chance to skate where an NHL team trains.
5. Golf at TPC Summerlin
Summerlin is golf country, anchored by TPC Summerlin, a PGA Tour host course, plus highly rated public and private options nearby. Morning tee times with red-rock backdrops are some of the best in the valley.
6. The Summerlin Trail System
More than 150 miles of paved, landscaped trails wind through the villages and connect directly to Red Rock trailheads – excellent for walking, running, and cycling. Early mornings are cool and stunning, with mountain views in every direction.
7. Red Rock Resort
The upscale Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa on the western edge brings gaming, a movie theater, bowling, a luxe pool, a spa, and standout dining (including Italian from Osteria Fiorella) – a full entertainment complex with Red Rock views.
8. Holiday Ice Rink & Seasonal Events
Downtown Summerlin transforms seasonally – an outdoor ice-skating rink, holiday markets, tree lighting, parades, and visits with Santa in winter, plus festivals and outdoor movies through the year. The community’s events calendar is a genuine draw in its own right.
9. Catch the Golden Knights Practice
Beyond public skating, City National Arena often lets fans watch Vegas Golden Knights practices for free during the NHL season – a low-key, insider way to see an NHL team up close. Check the schedule before you go.
10. Family Fun & Nearby Water Parks
Families have easy options around Summerlin – big community parks with splash pads and playgrounds, plus larger water-park fun a short drive south off the 215. It’s the everyday, kid-friendly side of the west valley.
How to Prioritize Your Day
If your time is limited, here’s how these stack up by priority, effort, and who they’re best for:
| Activity | Priority | Effort | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Summerlin | Must-do | Flexible | Everyone – shopping, dining, strolling |
| Red Rock Canyon | Must-do | Half day | Hikers, climbers, photographers |
| Las Vegas Ballpark game | Must-do | Evening | Families, groups, sports fans |
| Summerlin trails | Local favorite | 1-2 hrs | Walkers, runners, cyclists |
| TPC Summerlin golf | Local favorite | Half day | Golfers |
| City National Arena skating | Local favorite | 1-2 hrs | Families, hockey fans |
| Red Rock Resort | Local favorite | Evening | Dining, movies, gaming |
| Holiday ice rink & events | Easy add-on | Flexible | Seasonal visitors, families |
| Golden Knights practice | Easy add-on | 1-2 hrs | NHL fans |
| Family fun & water parks | Easy add-on | Half day | Families with kids |
Getting Around & Day Trips
PSS provides service from any Las Vegas hotel to Summerlin and across the west valley, at pre-confirmed fixed rates with no surge pricing. A great Summerlin day often strings together several stops – a Red Rock morning, lunch and shopping at Downtown Summerlin, an Aviators game at night – and a chauffeur makes that effortless: no parking, no rideshare surge after the game, and everyone can relax. For sightseeing and day trips see our attractions transportation service; for background on the community, see the Summerlin city guide, and to eat well, our Summerlin restaurants guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Summerlin?
Downtown Summerlin, a Las Vegas Aviators game at the Las Vegas Ballpark, Red Rock Canyon hiking and the scenic drive, public skating at City National Arena, TPC Summerlin golf, the 150+ miles of trails, and Red Rock Resort.
Is Summerlin worth visiting?
Yes – it’s the polished, outdoorsy side of Las Vegas that locals love: a walkable downtown, minor-league baseball, golf, trails, and Red Rock Canyon right at the edge of the community.
How far is Summerlin from Red Rock Canyon?
Only about 10-15 minutes from western Summerlin to the scenic-drive entrance – the community sits closer to Red Rock than any other part of the valley.
Summary: 10 Things to Do in Summerlin
| # | Activity | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Downtown Summerlin | Shopping/Dining |
| 2 | Las Vegas Ballpark (Aviators) | Sports |
| 3 | Red Rock Canyon | Outdoors |
| 4 | City National Arena skating | Recreation |
| 5 | TPC Summerlin golf | Golf |
| 6 | Summerlin trail system | Outdoors |
| 7 | Red Rock Resort | Entertainment |
| 8 | Holiday ice rink & events | Seasonal |
| 9 | Golden Knights practice | Sports |
| 10 | Family fun & water parks | Family |
Sources & Notes
Recommendations combine public information from Summerlin/Howard Hughes, the Las Vegas Aviators, City National Arena, and the Bureau of Land Management with Personal Sedan Services operational knowledge of the west valley. A few listed activities sit just beyond Summerlin and are included as “in and around” the community. Seasons, schedules, and reservation requirements (e.g., Red Rock timed entry, Aviators season, Golden Knights practice) change – verify before you go. Drive times are approximate and traffic-dependent. Last Updated: May 2026.
