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'''Summerlin''' is an affluent [[planned community|master-planned community]] in the [[Las Vegas Valley]] of Southern [[Nevada]]. It lies at the edge of the [[Spring Mountains]] and [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area|Red Rock Canyon]] to the west; partly within the official city limits of [[Las Vegas]] and partly within unincorporated [[Clark County, Nevada|Clark County]]. This rapidly growing community occupies over 22,500 acres and according to its developers, "has grown to encompass more than 230 parks, more than two dozen public and private schools, 14 houses of worship, nine golf courses, three resort hotels, world-class recreational facilities, retail and entertainment centers, well-established office parks, a state-of-the-art medical center, and more."<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/overview/|title=Beautiful Community Living in Las Vegas Valley {{!}} Summerlin|website=summerlin.com|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref>
'''Summerlin''' is a [[planned community|community]] in the [[Las Vegas Valley]] of Southern [[Nevada]]. It lies at the edge of the [[Spring Mountains]] and [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area|Red Rock Canyon]] to the west; it includes the census-designated place of [[Summerlin South]], is partly within the official city limits of [[Las Vegas]] and partly within unincorporated [[Clark County, Nevada|Clark County]]. This community occupies over 22,500 acres and holds over 230 parks, more than two dozen public and private schools, 14 houses of worship, ten golf courses, three resort hotels, recreational facilities, retail and entertainment centers, well-established office parks, a medical center, and more.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/overview/|title=Beautiful Community Living in Las Vegas Valley {{!}} Summerlin|website=summerlin.com|access-date=May 10, 2018}}</ref>


The community is divided into three associations (North, South, and West), which oversee two dozen commercial and residential villages.
The community is divided into three associations (North, [[Summerlin South, Nevada|South]], and West), which oversee two dozen commercial and residential villages.


At the time of the 2010 census, Summerlin's population was nearly 100,000, having risen from 59,000 residents in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.lvrj.com/view/summerlin-continues-to-grow-despite-economic-decline-155252575.html Summerlin Economy Continues to Grow]</ref> With an average annual household income of $139,061, Summerlin is also one of the most affluent communities in [[Nevada]].<ref>[http://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/ACS/13_3YR/DP03/1600000US3270900 2011-2013 US Census Bureau Economic Characteristics for Summerlin South CDP]</ref> The community has received national acclaim for its amenities and quality of life. Notably, it was named the "#1 best place to live and play" by [[National Geographic Adventure (magazine)|''National Geographic Adventure'']] in 2007 and one of the "Best Places to Live in America" by ''[[Money (magazine)|Money Magazine]]'' in 2014.<ref>[http://summerlin.com/uploads/files/best-places-to-live.pdf Summerlin Ranked As One of the Best Places to Live in America]</ref>
At the time of the 2010 census, Summerlin's population was nearly 100,000, having risen from 59,000 residents in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.lvrj.com/view/summerlin-continues-to-grow-despite-economic-decline-155252575.html Summerlin Economy Continues to Grow]</ref>


Summerlin was named after Jean Amelia Summerlin, the grandmother of billionaire land-developer [[Howard Hughes]]. The [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] maintains ownership of the master-planned community, along with [[Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)|Downtown Summerlin]] (the community's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district) and the [[Las Vegas Ballpark]] (future home of the [[Las Vegas Aviators]] [[minor league]] baseball team).
Summerlin was named after Jean Amelia Summerlin, the grandmother of billionaire land developer [[Howard Hughes]]. The [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] maintains ownership of the master-planned community, along with [[Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)|Downtown Summerlin]] (the community's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district) and the [[Las Vegas Ballpark]] (home of the [[Las Vegas Aviators]] [[minor league baseball]] team, which is named in Hughes' honor).


==History==
==History==
In 1952, the famous film director, aviator, and casino mogul [[Howard Hughes]] purchased {{convert|25000|acre|abbr=on}} of land in Southern Nevada, making him the Las Vegas Valley's largest landowner.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/developer-info/|title=Historical Land Developer {{!}} Howard Hughes {{!}} Summerlin|website=summerlin.com|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref> Despite his initial intentions, he ultimately chose not to relocate his company to Nevada, so the purchased land remained undeveloped and empty for decades. After Hughes died of kidney failure in 1976, the [[Howard Hughes Corporation|Summa Corporation]] was organized by his heirs to oversee his vast business empire and land holdings. In 1988, the corporation announced that they would be developing the empty acres of land into a master-planned commercial and residential community. They named the project "Summerlin", after Hughes' paternal grandmother, Jean Amelia Summerlin.<ref name=History>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/history/|title=History of a Planned Community {{!}} Summerlin Las Vegas, NV|website=summerlin.com|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref>
In 1952, the film director, aviator, and casino mogul [[Howard Hughes]] purchased {{convert|25000|acre|abbr=on}} of land in Southern Nevada, making him the Las Vegas Valley's largest landowner.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/developer-info/|title=Historical Land Developer {{!}} Howard Hughes {{!}} Summerlin|website=summerlin.com|access-date=May 10, 2018}}</ref> Despite his initial intentions, he ultimately chose not to relocate his company to Nevada, so the purchased land remained undeveloped and empty for decades. After Hughes died of kidney failure in 1976, the [[Howard Hughes Corporation|Summa Corporation]] was organized by his heirs to oversee his vast business empire and land holdings. In 1988, the corporation announced that they would be developing the empty acres of land into a master-planned commercial and residential community. They named the project "Summerlin", after Hughes' paternal grandmother, Jean Amelia Summerlin.<ref name=History>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/history/|title=History of a Planned Community {{!}} Summerlin Las Vegas, NV|website=summerlin.com|access-date=May 10, 2018}}</ref>


In preparation for this large-scale development, Summa Corporation made a deal with the [[Bureau of Land Management]], in which they traded 5000 acres of environmentally sensitive land for 3000 acres of land better suited for development. After this environmental concern was addressed, development began. By the end of 1990, the construction of Summerlin's first residential village, park, and school had been completed.<ref name=History/> In 1994, Summa Corporation rebranded itself as the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] and continued to develop new Summerlin villages.
In preparation for this large-scale development, Summa Corporation made a deal with the [[Bureau of Land Management]] in which they traded 5,000 acres of environmentally sensitive land for 3,000 acres of land better suited for development. After this environmental concern was addressed, development began. By the end of 1990, the construction of Summerlin's first residential village, park, and school had been completed.<ref name=History/> In 1994, Summa Corporation rebranded itself as the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] and continued to develop new Summerlin villages.


New home construction continued to boom through the turn of the century. From 1997 to 2007, Summerlin was consistently ranked as the #1 community in the nation for new home sales.<ref name=History/> The [[Great Recession|great recession]] caused a temporary slow-down in construction, but signs of revival became especially apparent in 2014, when [[Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)|Downtown Summerlin]] opened, bringing 106 acres of shopping, dining, and entertainment to Summerlin residents. Residential development also saw a great revival following the recession, and by 2016, Summerlin was once again one of the top communities in America for new home sales.<ref name=History/>
New home construction continued to boom through the turn of the century. From 1997 to 2007, Summerlin was consistently ranked as the #1 community in the nation for new home sales.<ref name=History/> The [[Great Recession]] caused a temporary slow-down in construction, but signs of revival became especially apparent in 2014, when [[Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)|Downtown Summerlin]] opened, bringing 106 acres of shopping, dining, and entertainment to Summerlin residents. Residential development also saw a great revival following the recession, and by 2016, Summerlin was once again one of the top communities in America for new home sales.<ref name=History/>


Summerlin is still a growing community. As of 2018, over two dozen commercial and residential villages have been constructed, with over 6,000 acres still available for future development.<ref name=History/>
Summerlin is still a growing community. As of 2018, over two dozen commercial and residential villages have been constructed, with over 6,000 acres still available for future development.<ref name=History/>


==Geography==
==Local government and administrative divisions==
===Climate===
[[File:Howard Hughes Corporation headquarters.jpg|thumb|The headquarters for the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]], which owns and maintains the Summerlin master-planned community.]]
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[[File:Summerlin, Nevada (9181119926).jpg|thumb|A small section of suburban development in Summerlin.]]
Summerlin lies partially within an incorporated municipality and partially within an unincorporated area.

The area north of [[Charleston Boulevard]] is within the city of [[Las Vegas]], while the area south of Charleston Boulevard is located in unincorporated [[Clark County, Nevada|Clark County]]. As a planned community, Summerlin is managed by three master associations (Summerlin North, [[Summerlin South, Nevada|Summerlin South]], and Summerlin West). Summerlin is further developed into commercial and residential villages. Many individual subdivisions also have their own [[homeowners association]]s.

Summerlin has two [[age-restricted communities]] for senior citizens ([[Sun City Summerlin, Nevada|Sun City Summerlin]] and Siena).

===Associations and their villages===

*Summerlin North
**The Arbors
**The Canyons
**The Crossing
**The Hills
**The Hills South
**The Pueblo
**Reverence
**The Trails
*[[Summerlin South, Nevada|Summerlin South]]
**The Cliffs
**The Gardens
**The Mesa
**Red Rock Country Club
**Ridgebrook
**The Ridges
**Summerlin Centre
**Summit
**Traccia
**The Willows
*Summerlin West
**The Paseos
**Stonebridge
**The Vistas
* [[Sun City Summerlin, Nevada|Sun City Summerlin]] ([[age-restricted community|age-restricted]])
* Siena (age-restricted)

== Adjacent communities ==
[[File:One Queensridge Place in Las Vegas.jpg|thumb|[[One Queensridge Place]], a luxury condominium development just outside of the Summerlin boundaries]]
The following communities sit adjacent to Summerlin (and in most cases considered part of the "Summerlin area"), but were not developed by the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] and are not located within the official boundaries of Summerlin<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/uploads/files/summerlin-border-map.pdf|title=Summerlin Border Map|last=|first=|date=|website=summerlin.com|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>:

* Desert Shores
* South Shores
* The Lakes
* Peccole Ranch
* Queensridge
* Rhodes Ranch
* Spanish Hills

==Climate==

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Summerlin has a hot desert climate typical of the [[Mojave Desert]] in which it lies ([[Köppen climate classification]]: BWh).


Summers tend to be very hot and very dry, with daily highs often exceeding {{Convert|100|°F|°C}}; temperatures as high as 118 degrees have been observed. The spring and fall seasons are generally sunny, warm, and dry, with daily highs in the 70s and 80s. Winters tend to be cool and windy, with daily highs in the 50s; temperatures seldom drop below freezing, and snowfall is rare, but some rain is common (especially in January and February).<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://weather.com/weather/monthly/l/TPC+at+Summerlin+1041657:5:US|title=TPC at Summerlin Monthly Weather Forecast - weather.com|work=The Weather Channel|access-date=May 10, 2018|language=en-US}}</ref>
Summerlin has a hot desert climate typical of the [[Mojave Desert]] in which it lies ([[Köppen climate classification]]: BWh).


==Economy==
Due to its relatively higher elevation, Summerlin is often a few degrees cooler than [[Downtown Las Vegas]] and the [[Las Vegas Strip]] and may receive slightly more precipitation. Clear skies and sunshine are abundant year-around, with 310 days of sunshine per year and low humidity in every season.
[[Allegiant Air]] has their corporate headquarters in Summerlin.<ref>[https://www.allegiantair.com/sites/default/files/pdf-files/Pilot-FAQs-Jun2020.pdf PILOTS - Frequently Asked Questions]. "The first few days of orientation are usually spent at Allegiant Air Headquarters in the Summerlin community in Las Vegas, NV". Accessed 13 July 2020.</ref><ref>"[https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?action=getcompany&CIK=0001362468 EDGAR Search Results for Allegiant Air]". [[Securities and Exchange Commission]]. "1201 N Town Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89144". Accessed 13 July 2020.</ref><ref>[https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/lasvegascitynevada,summerlinsouthcdpnevada/PST045219 Summerlin CDP, Nevada]. Using a search for the ZIP Code. Accessed 13 July 2020.</ref>


===Hotel and casinos===
Summers tend to be very hot and very dry, with daily highs often exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit; temperatures as high as 118 degrees have been observed. The spring and fall seasons are generally sunny, warm, and dry, with daily highs in the 70s and 80s. Winters tend to be cool and windy, with daily highs in the 50s; temperatures seldom drop below freezing, and snowfall is rare, but some rain is common (especially in January and February).<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://weather.com/weather/monthly/l/TPC+at+Summerlin+1041657:5:US|title=TPC at Summerlin Monthly Weather Forecast - weather.com|work=The Weather Channel|access-date=2018-05-10|language=en-US}}</ref>
The Summerlin area is home to three major resort casinos.


*[[JW Marriott Las Vegas]], which includes the attached Rampart Casino, both opened in 1999.<ref>{{cite news |last=Stutz |first=Howard |title=Rampart Casino marking 15th anniversary with emphasis on pure gambling |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/rampart-casino-marking-15th-anniversary-with-emphasis-on-pure-gambling/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=January 9, 2014}}</ref>
==Outdoor recreation==
*[[Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa]], opened in 2006.<ref>{{cite news |last=Benston |first=Liz |title=Red Rock ready to roll |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2006/apr/18/red-rock-ready-to-roll/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=April 18, 2006}}</ref>
*[[Suncoast Hotel and Casino]], opened in 2000. Generally considered a Summerlin property,<ref>{{cite news |last=Strow |first=David |title=Upscale Summerlin casino opens tonight |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2000/sep/12/upscale-summerlin-casino-opens-tonight/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=September 12, 2000}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Strow |first=David |title=Coast Resorts expanding Summerlin hotel-casino |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2001/aug/24/coast-resorts-expanding-summerlin-hotel-casino/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=August 24, 2001}}</ref> but actually located just outside the community.<ref>{{cite web |title=Summerlin border map |url=https://summerlin.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/8000_6065_Border_Map_Jun2023.pdf |website=The Howard Hughes Corporation |date=June 2023 |access-date=August 18, 2023}}</ref>


Summerlin is also home to a non-gaming hotel known as Element Las Vegas, developed by [[Westin Hotels]].<ref>{{cite news |title=Workers in their Element as construction starts for hotel |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/workers-in-their-element-as-construction-starts-for-hotel/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=October 1, 2007}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Wingert |first=Gregan |title=Where does a president stay in Las Vegas? Small, eco-friendly hotel hosts guest-in-chief |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2012/jan/27/where-does-president-stay-las-vegas-small-eco-frie/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=January 27, 2012}}</ref> It opened in 2008.<ref>{{cite news |title=Push is afoot to finish work on Element Hotel in Summerlin |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/push-is-afoot-to-finish-work-on-element-hotel-in-summerlin/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=October 20, 2008}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Robison |first=Jennifer |title=Element Hotel sold to San Diego investment firm |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/element-hotel-sold-to-san-diego-investment-firm/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=April 6, 2016}}</ref>
===Cycling===
Bicycle lanes are provided on most major roads in Summerlin, as well as in the adjacent [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area]].
===Community parks===
Large community parks, which are available for free public use, are located throughout Summerlin. {{As of|2018}}, there are 25 community parks that feature a variety of recreational amenities, which may include: community centers, barbecue areas, walking trails, playgrounds, swimming pools, interactive water features, soccer fields, baseball fields, football fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball courts, bocce ball and shuffleboard courts, and motorized toy areas. In addition, the parks with community centers typically offer special events, classes, and children's camps.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/explore-amenities/|title=Explore Summerlin's Amenities & Parks {{!}} Las Vegas, NV|website=summerlin.com|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref>


==Arts and culture==
The following community parks are owned, maintained, and operated by the Summerlin Council:
===Downtown Summerlin===
{{main|Downtown Summerlin|Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)}}
[[File:DowntownSummerlin3.png|thumb|A palm tree-lined street in Downtown Summerlin]]
[[Downtown Summerlin]] is a {{convert|400|acre|abbr=on|sing=on}} [[mixed-use]] district. It opened in 2014, and includes a {{convert|106|acre|abbr=on|sing=on}} shopping center with more than 125 shops, bars, and restaurants.<ref>{{cite news |last=Robison |first=Jennifer |title=After years on simmer, Downtown Summerlin sizzles |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/after-years-on-simmer-downtown-summerlin-sizzles/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=October 9, 2014}}</ref> It also features office and residential space.<ref>{{cite news |last=Segall |first=Eli |title=Howard Hughes Corp. plans Summerlin residential complex |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/housing/howard-hughes-corp-plans-summerlin-residential-complex/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=September 15, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last=Jaffe |first=Herb |title=Density of Downtown Summerlin has come a long way |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-columns/herb-jaffe/density-of-downtown-summerlin-has-come-a-long-way-1814336/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=July 29, 2019}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=New apartments, office building coming to Downtown Summerlin |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2021/jan/21/new-apartments-office-building-coming-to-downtown/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=January 21, 2021}}</ref> In addition, Downtown Summerlin also includes two sports facilities:<ref>{{cite news |last=Radke |first=Brock |title=Sports facilities help engender 'sense of community' in Downtown Summerlin |url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/mar/18/sports-facilities-help-engender-sense-of-community/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Sun |date=March 18, 2018}}</ref>


* [[City National Arena]], opened in 2017. It serves as a practice facility for the [[Vegas Golden Knights]] NHL franchise and is also the home arena of the [[UNLV Rebels]] hockey program.<ref>{{cite news |last=Quine |first=Michael |title=New Golden Knights practice facility opens in Summerlin |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/golden-knights-nhl/new-golden-knights-practice-facility-opens-in-summerlin-video/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=September 18, 2017}}</ref>
*The Arbors Paseo Park
* [[Las Vegas Ballpark]], opened in 2019 and home of the [[Las Vegas Aviators]] minor league baseball team.<ref>{{cite news |last=Segall |first=Eli |title=Las Vegas Ballpark part of larger plan for Summerlin area |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/las-vegas-ballpark-part-of-larger-plan-for-summerlin-area-video-1636193/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=April 8, 2019}}</ref>
*The Arbors Sports Park
*The Arbors Tennis & Play Park
*The Cottonwood Canyon Park
*The Crossing Park
*The Fox Hill Park
*The Gardens Park & Community Center
*The Hills Park
*The Mesa Park
*The North Tower Park
*The Oxford Park
*The Paseos Park
*The Pueblo Park
*The Ridgebrook Park
*The South Tower Park
*The Spotted Leaf Park
*The Summerlin Centre Community Park
*The Trails [[linear park|Linear Park]]
*The Trails Park & Community Center
*The Tree Top Park
*The Village Green Park
*The Vistas Community Park
*The Willows Park & Community Center
*Willows Paseo Park


Local events are held in Downtown Summerlin throughout the year, including an annual art festival,<ref>{{cite news |last=Lyle |first=Michael |title=Summerlin arts festival moves to new site, enlists top local entertainers |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/arts-culture/summerlin-arts-festival-moves-to-new-site-enlists-top-local-entertainers/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=October 10, 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Festival of Arts decorates Downtown Summerlin in Las Vegas |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/summerlin/festival-of-arts-decorates-downtown-summerlin-in-las-vegas/ |access-date=August 18, 2023 |work=Las Vegas Review-Journal |date=October 13, 2018}}</ref> outdoor fitness classes, wine walks, holiday festivals, and visits from celebrity guest speakers.{{citation needed|date=August 2023}}
Most Summerlin neighborhoods also have small [[pocket park]]s that contribute to the extensive Summerlin park system.


===Community pools===
===Library===
Summerlin has a [[public library]], a branch of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://publiclibraries.com/state/nevada/ | title=Nevada Public Libraries | publisher=PublicLibraries.com | access-date=June 14, 2019}}</ref>
The following community pools are owned, maintained, and operated by the Summerlin Council:


==Sports==
*The Trails Pool
The city's NHL franchise, the [[Vegas Golden Knights]], practice at City National Arena in Summerlin. The arena also offers skating lessons, hosts youth and adult amateur hockey leagues, and trains competitive figure skaters.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.citynationalarenavegas.com|title=City National Arena - Home}}</ref>
*The Vistas Pool
*The Willows Pool


The [[University of Nevada, Las Vegas|UNLV]] Hockey team plays its home games at City National Arena in Summerlin.
The following community pool is maintained and operated by the City of Las Vegas:


The [[Las Vegas Aviators]] (a [[minor league]] baseball franchise) play at the [[Las Vegas Ballpark]] in Summerlin.
*The Pavilion Center Pool


==Parks and recreation==
In addition, the family-friendly [[Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas]] water park opened in 2013. The park boasts more than 25 water slides and attractions and is accessible to both residents and visitors.
===Cycling===
Bicycle lanes are provided on most major roads in Summerlin, as well as in the adjacent [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area]].

===Community parks===
Large community parks, which are available for free public use, are located throughout Summerlin. {{As of|2018}}, there are 25 community parks that feature a variety of recreational amenities, which may include: community centers, barbecue areas, walking trails, playgrounds, swimming pools, interactive water features, soccer fields, baseball fields, football fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball courts, bocce ball and shuffleboard courts, and motorized toy areas. In addition, the parks with community centers typically offer special events, classes, and children's camps.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://summerlin.com/explore-amenities/|title=Explore Summerlin's Amenities & Parks {{!}} Las Vegas, NV|website=summerlin.com|access-date=May 10, 2018}}</ref>


===Walking trails===
===Walking trails===
As of 2018, the Summerlin Trail System is more than 150 miles long and connects local neighborhoods to various amenities throughout the community.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.summerlink.com/recreation-and-parks/parks-and-amenities |title=Parks and Amenities |author= |date= |work= |publisher=Summerlink |accessdate=June 8, 2011}}</ref> The system includes five types of planned trails: street-side, village, bike, regional, and natural.
As of 2018, the Summerlin Trail System is more than 150 miles long and connects local neighborhoods to various amenities throughout the community.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.summerlink.com/recreation-and-parks/parks-and-amenities |title=Parks and Amenities |publisher=Summerlink |access-date=June 8, 2011}}</ref> The system includes five types of planned trails: street-side, village, bike, regional, and natural.


Upon completion, the trail system will be more than 200 miles long and will connect to more than 2,000 miles of regional trails, making it one of the most comprehensive and efficient trail systems in the southwestern United States.
Upon completion, the trail system will be more than 200 miles long and will connect to more than 2,000 miles of regional trails, making it one of the most comprehensive and efficient trail systems in the southwestern United States.


In 2008, Summerlin and the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] received the American Trails Developer Award, which is given to developers in recognition of "quality, well designed multi-use trails systems that are integrated into private developments."<ref>{{cite web|title=2008 Developer Award Winners|url=http://www.americantrails.org/awards/NTS08awards/Developer08.html|work=American Trails|accessdate=1 November 2011}}</ref>
In 2008, Summerlin and the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]] received the American Trails Developer Award, which is given to developers in recognition of "quality, well designed multi-use trails systems that are integrated into private developments."<ref>{{cite web|title=2008 Developer Award Winners|url=http://www.americantrails.org/awards/NTS08awards/Developer08.html|work=American Trails|access-date=November 1, 2011}}</ref>


=== Mountain recreation ===
===Mountain recreation===
The adjacent [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area]] offers 26 hiking trails (ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous). The canyon is also suitable for bouldering and rock climbing and has an overnight camp site.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/visitor-information/|title=Visitor Information|work=Red Rock Canyon Las Vegas|access-date=2018-05-10|language=en-US}}</ref>
The adjacent [[Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area]] offers 26 hiking trails (ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous). The canyon is also suitable for bouldering and rock climbing and has an overnight camp site.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/visitor-information/|title=Visitor Information|work=Red Rock Canyon Las Vegas|access-date=May 10, 2018|language=en-US}}</ref>


==Government==
== Downtown Summerlin ==
[[File:Howard Hughes Corporation headquarters.jpg|thumb|The headquarters for the [[Howard Hughes Corporation]], which owns and maintains the Summerlin master-planned community.]]
[[File:DowntownSummerlin3.png|thumb|A palm tree-lined street in [[Downtown Summerlin]].]]
[[File:Summerlin, Nevada (9181119926).jpg|thumb|A small section of suburban development in Summerlin.]]
[[Downtown Summerlin]] is the community's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district. It hosts over 125 shops, bars, and restaurants.


Summerlin lies partially within an incorporated municipality and partially within an unincorporated area. It is patrolled by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department - Summerlin Area Command.
Downtown Summerlin is also home to the [[Las Vegas Ballpark]] (future home of the [[Las Vegas Aviators]] minor league baseball team), and the [[City National Arena]] (practice facility for the [[Vegas Golden Knights]] NHL franchise and home arena of the [[UNLV Rebels]] hockey program).
The area north of [[Charleston Boulevard]] is within the city of [[Las Vegas]], while the area south of Charleston Boulevard is located in unincorporated [[Clark County, Nevada|Clark County]]. As a planned community, Summerlin is managed by three master associations (Summerlin North, [[Summerlin South, Nevada|Summerlin South]], and Summerlin West). Summerlin is further developed into commercial and residential villages. Many individual subdivisions also have their own [[homeowners association]]s.{{cn|date=October 2022}}


Summerlin has three [[age-restricted communities]] for senior citizens ([[Sun City Summerlin, Nevada|Sun City Summerlin]], The Regency, and Siena).{{cn|date=October 2022}}
Local events are held in Downtown Summerlin throughout the year. Popular events include farmers markets, outdoor fitness classes, wine walks, holiday festivals, and visits from celebrity guest speakers.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.downtownsummerlin.com|title=Downtown Summerlin {{!}} Las Vegas Shopping, Dining, & Entertainment|website=Downtown Summerlin|language=en-US|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref>


==Education==
== Other shopping centers ==
===Public schools===
The Summerlin community also has several [[strip mall]]–style shopping centers, which include:
Public schools in Summerlin belong to the [[Clark County School District]], which serves almost all of [[Southern Nevada]].


===Elementary schools located in Summerlin===
*Canyon Pointe
*Shelley Berkley Elementary School
*Center Pointe Plaza
*John W. Bonner Elementary School
*Covington Cross Center
*Roger M. Bryan Elementary School
*The Gardens Plaza
*Linda Rankin Givens Elementary School
*Pueblo Place
*John & Judy Goolsby Elementary School
*South Square Market Place
*William R. Lummis Elementary School
*Summit Centre
*D’vorre & Hal Ober Elementary School
*Trails Village Center
*Ethel W. Staton Elementary School
*Vista Commons
*James B. McMillan Elementary
*Katz Elementary


===Middle schools located in Summerlin===
== Hospitality ==
*Ernest Becker Middle School
The Summerlin area is home to three large resort casinos. These mega properties include guest accommodations, a full range of casino games, multiple dining options, live entertainment, and spa and salon services:
*Victoria Fertitta Middle School

*Sig Rogich Middle School
*[[JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort and Spa|JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa]]
*[[Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa]]
*[[Suncoast Hotel and Casino]] (Summerlin adjacent)

Summerlin is also home to the Element Las Vegas (a [[Westin Hotels & Resorts|Westin Hotel]]), which offers guest accommodations, but does not include casino games, entertainment, or spa services.

== Healthcare ==
The [[Summerlin Hospital|Summerlin Hospital Medical Center]], a private hospital operated by the Valley Health System, provides 485 beds to the local community. It is an accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center. Other notable features include: the Children's Medical Center, the Breast Care Center, the Cancer Center, the Rehab Center, and the Robotic Surgery Center. The Summerlin Hospital is also recognized by the <u>Healthcare Equality Index</u> as a "''Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality''." Its 40 acre campus is located in The Crossings village of Summerlin North.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.summerlinhospital.com/about|title=About the Hospital|date=2016-04-15|work=Summerlin Hospital|access-date=2018-05-10|language=en}}</ref>

The [[Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center|Southern Hills Hospital Medical Center]] is located just outside the boundaries of Summerlin South, in the nearby [[Spring Valley, Nevada|Spring Valley]]. This private hospital, operated by Sunrise Healthcare System, provides 186 beds to the Summerlin community. It is an accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center, and was named the ''Best Hospital in Las Vegas'' in 2015, 2016, and 2017.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://southernhillshospital.com/about/|title=About|website=Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center|language=en-us|access-date=2018-05-10}}</ref>

== Education ==

=== Public schools ===
Public schools in Summerlin belong to the [[Clark County School District]], which serves almost all of southern Nevada.

Elementary schools located in Summerlin:

*Bonner Elementary School
*Bryan Elementary School
*Givens Elementary School
*Goolsby Elementary School
*Lummis Elementary School
*Ober Elementary School
*Staton Elementary School

Middle schools located in Summerlin:

*Becker Middle School
*Fertitta Middle School
*Rogich Middle School

High schools located in Summerlin:


===High schools located in Summerlin===
*[[Palo Verde High School]]
*[[Cimarron-Memorial High School]]
*[[Cimarron-Memorial High School]]
*[[Palo Verde High School]]
*[[West Career And Technical Academy]] ([[magnet school]])
*[[West Career And Technical Academy]] ([[magnet school]])


In addition to the above-listed public schools, some Summerlin residents may be zoned for schools located just outside of the Summerlin boundaries (many families in Summerlin South, for example, are zoned for [[Durango High School (Nevada)|Durango High School]] in nearby Spring Valley).<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://dzg.ccsd.net/maps/|title=CCSD Attendance Boundary Maps|last=|first=|date=|website=|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>
In addition to the above-listed public schools, some Summerlin residents may be zoned for schools located just outside of the Summerlin boundaries (many families in Summerlin South, for example, are zoned for [[Durango High School (Nevada)|Durango High School]] in nearby Spring Valley).<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://dzg.ccsd.net/maps/|title=CCSD Attendance Boundary Maps}}</ref>


=== Private schools ===
===Private schools===
Summerlin is also home to several private schools, including:
Summerlin is also home to several private schools, including:


*[[The Adelson Educational Campus]] (K-12; Jewish)
*[[The Adelson Educational Campus]] (K-12; Jewish)
*[[The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain|Alexander Dawson School]] (K-8; Secular)
*[[The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain|Alexander Dawson School]] (K-8; Secular)
*[[Bishop Gorman High School]] (9-12; Catholic)
*[[Bishop Gorman High School]] (9-12; Catholic)
*Faith Lutheran Academy (K-5; Lutheran)
*[http://www.faithlutheranacademy.org/ Faith Lutheran Academy] (K-5; Lutheran)
*[[Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School|Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr High School]] (6-12; Lutheran)
*[[Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School|Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr High School]] (6-12; Lutheran)
*[[The Meadows School]] (K-12; Secular)
*[[The Meadows School]] (K-12; Secular)
*[[Merryhill Schools|Merryhill School]] (K-5; Secular)
*Merryhill School (K-5; Secular)
*St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School (K-8; Catholic)
*St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School (K-8; Catholic)
*The Shenker Academy (Kindergarten only; Jewish)
*The Shenker Academy (Kindergarten only; Jewish)
*Sholom Schechter Day School of Las Vegas (K-5; Jewish)
*Sholom Schechter Day School of Las Vegas (K-5; Jewish)


=== Higher education ===
===Higher education===
Higher education within the community of Summerlin is mostly limited to small satellite campuses, including:
Higher education within the community of Summerlin is mostly limited to small satellite campuses, including:


*The [[College of Southern Nevada]] (Summerlin Center Campus; Public)
*The [[College of Southern Nevada]] (Summerlin Center Campus; Public)
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However, Summerlin is also located within 10 miles of the [[College of Southern Nevada]]'s main campus (CSN - Charleston), within 20 miles of the [[University of Nevada, Las Vegas]] (UNLV), and within 30 miles of [[Nevada State College]] (NSC).
However, Summerlin is also located within 10 miles of the [[College of Southern Nevada]]'s main campus (CSN - Charleston), within 20 miles of the [[University of Nevada, Las Vegas]] (UNLV), and within 30 miles of [[Nevada State College]] (NSC).


== Sports ==
==Infrastructure==
===Healthcare===
The valley's NHL franchise, the [[Vegas Golden Knights]], practices at the City National Arena in Summerlin. The arena also offers skating lessons, hosts youth and adult amateur hockey leagues, and trains competitive figure skaters.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.citynationalarenavegas.com|title=City National Arena - Home|last=|first=|date=|website=|archive-url=|archive-date=|dead-url=|access-date=}}</ref>
The [[Summerlin Hospital]] Medical Center, a private hospital operated by the Valley Health System, provides 485 beds to the local community. It is an accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center. Other features include: the Children's Medical Center, the Breast Care Center, the Cancer Center, the Rehab Center, and the Robotic Surgery Center. Its 40-acre campus is located in The Crossings village of Summerlin North.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.summerlinhospital.com/about|title=About the Hospital|date=April 15, 2016|work=Summerlin Hospital|access-date=May 10, 2018|language=en}}</ref>

The [[UNLV]] Hockey team plays its home games at City National Arena in Downtown Summerlin.

Starting in 2019, the [[Las Vegas 51s]] (a [[minor league]] baseball franchise) will play at the [[Las Vegas Ballpark]] in Downtown Summerlin.

The [http://www.summerlinfc.com Summerlin Red Rocks FC] is a popular amateur soccer league in the area.


==Notable people==
==Notable people==
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*[[Sheldon Adelson]]: Chairman and CEO of [[Las Vegas Sands]]
The following is an incomplete list of some of Summerlin's most notable residents:
*[[Andre Agassi]] and [[Steffi Graf]]: Retired professional tennis players

*[[Eugenie Bouchard]]: Professional tennis player
*[[Sheldon Adelson]]: Chairman and CEO of [[Las Vegas Sands]].
*[[David Copperfield (magician)|David Copperfield]]: Magician and TV personality<ref>Tablang, Kristin (July 9, 2016) [https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristintablang/2016/07/09/david-copperfield-buys-las-vegas-mansion-record-breaking-price/#1b77933d4b46 Inside David Copperfield's Las Vegas Mansion]. Forbes.com. Retrieved on 2018-02-02.</ref>
*[[Andre Agassi]] and [[Steffi Graf]]: Retired professional tennis players.
*[[Frank Fertitta III]]: CEO of [[Station Casinos]]
*[[Nicolas Cage]]: Hollywood actor and producer.
*[[Lorenzo Fertitta]]: Former CEO of [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]
*[[David Copperfield (illusionist)|David Copperfield]]: Celebrity illusionist and TV personality.
*[[Russ Freeman (pianist)]]: Bebop jazz pianist and composer
*[[Frank Fertitta III]]: CEO of [[Station Casinos]].
*[[Joey Gallo (baseball)|Joey Gallo]]: MLB player for the [[New York Yankees]]
*[[Lorenzo Fertitta]]: Former CEO of [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]].
*[[Rick Harrison]]: Owner of [[World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop]] and [[Pawn Stars]] Reality TV Star
*[[Joey Gallo (baseball)|Joey Gallo]]: MLB player for the [[Texas Rangers (baseball)|Texas Rangers]].
*[[Penn Jillette]]: Famous magician and member of [[Penn & Teller]].
*[[Penn Jillette]]: Magician and member of [[Penn & Teller]]
*[[Brandon Marshall]]: NFL wide receiver for the [[New York Giants]].
*[[Brandon Marshall]]: Former NFL wide receiver for the [[Denver Broncos]] and [[Oakland Raiders]]
*[[Bob Miller (Nevada governor)|Bob Miller]]: Former Nevada Governor.
*[[Bob Miller (Nevada governor)|Bob Miller]]: Former Nevada Governor
*[[Ross Miller]]: Former Nevada Secretary of State.
*[[Ross Miller]]: Former Nevada Secretary of State
*[[Michael Morton (restaurateur)|Michael Morton]]: Founder of the Morton Group of restaurants.
*[[Michael Morton (restaurateur)|Michael Morton]]: Founder of the Morton Group of restaurants
*[[Shabazz Muhammad]]: NBA player for the [[Minnesota Timberwolves]].
*[[Asia Muhammad]]: ATP Tennis player
*[[Shabazz Muhammad]]: NBA player for the [[Minnesota Timberwolves]]
*[[DeMarco Murray]]: NFL Running Back for the [[Tennessee Titans]].
*[[DeMarco Murray]]: Former NFL running back for the [[Tennessee Titans]] and [[Dallas Cowboys]]
*[[Joey Rickard]]: MLB player for the [[Baltimore Orioles]].
*[[Joey Rickard]]: MLB player for the [[San Francisco Giants]]
*Carlos Santana: Professional Musician
*[[Phil Ruffin]]: Owner of the [[Treasure Island Hotel and Casino]].
*[[Julian Serrano]]: Michelin-starred celebrity chef.
*[[Julian Serrano]]: Michelin-starred celebrity chef
*[[O.J. Simpson]]: Former [[NFL]] player, actor, sportscaster and now [[parole]]e from [[Lovelock Correctional Center]].
*[[O. J. Simpson]]: Former [[NFL]] player, convicted felon, actor, and sportscaster
*[[Ronnie Stanley]]: NFL Offensive Tackle for the [[Baltimore Ravens]].
*[[Ronnie Stanley]]: NFL Offensive Tackle for the [[Baltimore Ravens]]
*[[Brendon Urie]]: Vocalist for [[Panic! at the Disco]]
*[[Wynn Resorts|Roger Thomas]]: Famous interior designer.
*[[Mark Wahlberg]]: Actor and entrepreneur
*[[Brendon Urie]]: Vocalist for [[Panic! At The Disco]].
*[[C.J. Watson]]: NBA basketball player for the [[Orlando Magic]].
*[[C.J. Watson]]: NBA basketball player for the [[Orlando Magic]]
*[[Dana White]]: President of [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]].
*[[Dana White]]: President of [[Ultimate Fighting Championship]]
*Steve Wynn: Founder of Wynn Entertainment
*[[Stephen Zimmerman]]: NBA player for the [[Orlando Magic]].
*[[Pia Zadora]]: Actress and singer

*[[Stephen Zimmerman]]: NBA player for the [[Orlando Magic]]
==Notes==
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==References==
==References==
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*The Howard Hughes Corporation, 2009


==External links==
==External links==
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* [http://www.summerlin.com/ Summerlin web site]
* [http://www.summerlin.com/ Summerlin web site]
* [http://summerlin.com/uploads/files/summerlin-border-map.pdf Summerlin boundaries map]
* [http://summerlin.com/uploads/files/Trails_Map_rev_July-2017.pdf Summerlin trails map]
* [http://www.summerlink.com/ Summerlin community association web site]


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"Summerlin" redirects here. For the surname, see Summerlin (surname).
Summerlin
Planned community
Neighborhood of Las Vegas, Nevada
Summerlin Entrance Marker
Summerlin Entrance Marker
Summerlin is located in Nevada
Summerlin
Summerlin
Coordinates: 36°11′N 115°20′W / 36.183°N 115.333°W / 36.183; -115.333
CountryUnited States
StateNevada
CountyClark
CityLas Vegas
Founded1990; 34 years ago (1990)
Founded bySumma Corporation
Named forJean Amelia Summerlin
AssociationsSummerlin North
Summerlin South
Summerlin West
Sun City Summerlin
Siena

Summerlin is a community in the Las Vegas Valley of Southern Nevada. It lies at the edge of the Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon to the west; it includes the census-designated place of Summerlin South, is partly within the official city limits of Las Vegas and partly within unincorporated Clark County. This community occupies over 22,500 acres and holds over 230 parks, more than two dozen public and private schools, 14 houses of worship, ten golf courses, three resort hotels, recreational facilities, retail and entertainment centers, well-established office parks, a medical center, and more.[1]

The community is divided into three associations (North, South, and West), which oversee two dozen commercial and residential villages.

At the time of the 2010 census, Summerlin's population was nearly 100,000, having risen from 59,000 residents in the year 2000.[2]

Summerlin was named after Jean Amelia Summerlin, the grandmother of billionaire land developer Howard Hughes. The Howard Hughes Corporation maintains ownership of the master-planned community, along with Downtown Summerlin (the community's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district) and the Las Vegas Ballpark (home of the Las Vegas Aviators minor league baseball team, which is named in Hughes' honor).

History

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In 1952, the film director, aviator, and casino mogul Howard Hughes purchased 25,000 acres (10,000 ha) of land in Southern Nevada, making him the Las Vegas Valley's largest landowner.[3] Despite his initial intentions, he ultimately chose not to relocate his company to Nevada, so the purchased land remained undeveloped and empty for decades. After Hughes died of kidney failure in 1976, the Summa Corporation was organized by his heirs to oversee his vast business empire and land holdings. In 1988, the corporation announced that they would be developing the empty acres of land into a master-planned commercial and residential community. They named the project "Summerlin", after Hughes' paternal grandmother, Jean Amelia Summerlin.[4]

In preparation for this large-scale development, Summa Corporation made a deal with the Bureau of Land Management in which they traded 5,000 acres of environmentally sensitive land for 3,000 acres of land better suited for development. After this environmental concern was addressed, development began. By the end of 1990, the construction of Summerlin's first residential village, park, and school had been completed.[4] In 1994, Summa Corporation rebranded itself as the Howard Hughes Corporation and continued to develop new Summerlin villages.

New home construction continued to boom through the turn of the century. From 1997 to 2007, Summerlin was consistently ranked as the #1 community in the nation for new home sales.[4] The Great Recession caused a temporary slow-down in construction, but signs of revival became especially apparent in 2014, when Downtown Summerlin opened, bringing 106 acres of shopping, dining, and entertainment to Summerlin residents. Residential development also saw a great revival following the recession, and by 2016, Summerlin was once again one of the top communities in America for new home sales.[4]

Summerlin is still a growing community. As of 2018, over two dozen commercial and residential villages have been constructed, with over 6,000 acres still available for future development.[4]

Geography

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Climate

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TPC Golf Course in Summerlin
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Summerlin has a hot desert climate typical of the Mojave Desert in which it lies (Köppen climate classification: BWh).

Summers tend to be very hot and very dry, with daily highs often exceeding 100 °F (38 °C); temperatures as high as 118 degrees have been observed. The spring and fall seasons are generally sunny, warm, and dry, with daily highs in the 70s and 80s. Winters tend to be cool and windy, with daily highs in the 50s; temperatures seldom drop below freezing, and snowfall is rare, but some rain is common (especially in January and February).[5]

Economy

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Allegiant Air has their corporate headquarters in Summerlin.[6][7][8]

Hotel and casinos

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The Summerlin area is home to three major resort casinos.

Summerlin is also home to a non-gaming hotel known as Element Las Vegas, developed by Westin Hotels.[14][15] It opened in 2008.[16][17]

Arts and culture

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Downtown Summerlin

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Main articles: Downtown Summerlin and Downtown Summerlin (shopping center)
A palm tree-lined street in Downtown Summerlin

Downtown Summerlin is a 400-acre (160 ha) mixed-use district. It opened in 2014, and includes a 106-acre (43 ha) shopping center with more than 125 shops, bars, and restaurants.[18] It also features office and residential space.[19][20][21] In addition, Downtown Summerlin also includes two sports facilities:[22]

Local events are held in Downtown Summerlin throughout the year, including an annual art festival,[25][26] outdoor fitness classes, wine walks, holiday festivals, and visits from celebrity guest speakers.[citation needed]

Library

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Summerlin has a public library, a branch of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.[27]

Sports

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The city's NHL franchise, the Vegas Golden Knights, practice at City National Arena in Summerlin. The arena also offers skating lessons, hosts youth and adult amateur hockey leagues, and trains competitive figure skaters.[28]

The UNLV Hockey team plays its home games at City National Arena in Summerlin.

The Las Vegas Aviators (a minor league baseball franchise) play at the Las Vegas Ballpark in Summerlin.

Parks and recreation

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Cycling

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Bicycle lanes are provided on most major roads in Summerlin, as well as in the adjacent Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

Community parks

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Large community parks, which are available for free public use, are located throughout Summerlin. As of 2018, there are 25 community parks that feature a variety of recreational amenities, which may include: community centers, barbecue areas, walking trails, playgrounds, swimming pools, interactive water features, soccer fields, baseball fields, football fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball courts, bocce ball and shuffleboard courts, and motorized toy areas. In addition, the parks with community centers typically offer special events, classes, and children's camps.[29]

Walking trails

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As of 2018, the Summerlin Trail System is more than 150 miles long and connects local neighborhoods to various amenities throughout the community.[30] The system includes five types of planned trails: street-side, village, bike, regional, and natural.

Upon completion, the trail system will be more than 200 miles long and will connect to more than 2,000 miles of regional trails, making it one of the most comprehensive and efficient trail systems in the southwestern United States.

In 2008, Summerlin and the Howard Hughes Corporation received the American Trails Developer Award, which is given to developers in recognition of "quality, well designed multi-use trails systems that are integrated into private developments."[31]

Mountain recreation

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The adjacent Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area offers 26 hiking trails (ranging in difficulty from easy to strenuous). The canyon is also suitable for bouldering and rock climbing and has an overnight camp site.[32]

Government

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The headquarters for the Howard Hughes Corporation, which owns and maintains the Summerlin master-planned community.
A small section of suburban development in Summerlin.

Summerlin lies partially within an incorporated municipality and partially within an unincorporated area. It is patrolled by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department - Summerlin Area Command.

The area north of Charleston Boulevard is within the city of Las Vegas, while the area south of Charleston Boulevard is located in unincorporated Clark County. As a planned community, Summerlin is managed by three master associations (Summerlin North, Summerlin South, and Summerlin West). Summerlin is further developed into commercial and residential villages. Many individual subdivisions also have their own homeowners associations.[citation needed]

Summerlin has three age-restricted communities for senior citizens (Sun City Summerlin, The Regency, and Siena).[citation needed]

Education

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Public schools

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Public schools in Summerlin belong to the Clark County School District, which serves almost all of Southern Nevada.

Elementary schools located in Summerlin

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  • Shelley Berkley Elementary School
  • John W. Bonner Elementary School
  • Roger M. Bryan Elementary School
  • Linda Rankin Givens Elementary School
  • John & Judy Goolsby Elementary School
  • William R. Lummis Elementary School
  • D’vorre & Hal Ober Elementary School
  • Ethel W. Staton Elementary School
  • James B. McMillan Elementary
  • Katz Elementary

Middle schools located in Summerlin

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  • Ernest Becker Middle School
  • Victoria Fertitta Middle School
  • Sig Rogich Middle School

High schools located in Summerlin

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In addition to the above-listed public schools, some Summerlin residents may be zoned for schools located just outside of the Summerlin boundaries (many families in Summerlin South, for example, are zoned for Durango High School in nearby Spring Valley).[33]

Private schools

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Summerlin is also home to several private schools, including:

Higher education

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Higher education within the community of Summerlin is mostly limited to small satellite campuses, including:

However, Summerlin is also located within 10 miles of the College of Southern Nevada's main campus (CSN - Charleston), within 20 miles of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and within 30 miles of Nevada State College (NSC).

Infrastructure

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Healthcare

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The Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, a private hospital operated by the Valley Health System, provides 485 beds to the local community. It is an accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center. Other features include: the Children's Medical Center, the Breast Care Center, the Cancer Center, the Rehab Center, and the Robotic Surgery Center. Its 40-acre campus is located in The Crossings village of Summerlin North.[34]

Notable people

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