James Gay Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

James Gay Park is a public park located in the city of Henderson, Nevada.


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Summary

It is a popular destination for visitors because of its beautiful scenery, sports fields, and picnic areas. The park is named after James Gay, who was a pioneer in the area and helped to establish the city of Henderson.

One of the main attractions of the park is the large sports complex, which includes baseball and soccer fields, basketball and volleyball courts, and a skate park. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and biking trails, as well as a playground and picnic areas.

Interesting facts about James Gay Park include that it was once a landfill before being converted into a public space. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, coyotes, and birds.

The best time of year to visit James Gay Park is during the fall and spring months, when the weather is mild and comfortable for outdoor activities. During the summer months, temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, making outdoor activities less enjoyable.

Overall, James Gay Park is a great place to visit for outdoor enthusiasts, sports fans, and families looking for a fun day out.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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