Recreation
Living in Vista Verde means you're just minutes away from fun, starting with nearby Mount Charleston and Lee Canyon, which offer skiing in the winter and biking or hiking in the spring and fall. For local activities, Silver Stone Golf Club offers golfers a chance to tee up and the Mountain Ridge Park is a great place to play baseball and tennis or to enjoy the picnic areas and playgrounds. Las Vegas' Extreme Sports Park is nearby as well, attracting BMX and skateboard enthusiasts from all over the area. 

Shopping/Entertainment
Shopping, movies and live entertainment are within minutes of the Vista Verde community. A Vons Grocery Store is located conveniently on US 95 and Ann Road, while a Target Super Center and Montecito Town Center are slated to open in the vicinity soon. Centennial Center is just down the street and has a Sam's Club, Wal-Mart Super Center, Office Max, Circuit City, Home Depot Warehouse and a variety of specialty stores and fast food restaurants. Plus, the best in family entertainment, including movie theatres, restaurants, a bowling alley and a skating rink, is available in three nearby hotels: Texas, Santa Fe and Fiesta.