Casinos

• There are multiple casinos in Mesquite. You will find everything from slots to blackjack, crap, poker, bingo and roulette. Play at the Eureka Casino, the Casablanca Resort, the State-Line Casino or the Virgin River Casino and Hotel. Find out more information by contacting the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce or visiting their website.
  
  Mesquite Chamber of Commerce
  12 W. Mesquite Blvd. #107
  Mesquite, NV 89027
  Tel: 702-346-2902
  mesquite-chamber.com/entertainment.php
  
  

Valley of Fire State Park

• To reach the Valley of Fire State Park, take Interstate 15 southwest for 45 miles to exit 75. Valley of Fire State Park is the biggest and oldest state park in Nevada, first opened in 1935. Enjoy the scenic views of the Mojave Desert and the red sandstone rock formations for which the park is named. Petrified wood and ancient Indian petroglyphs attract hikers, bikers, campers and photography enthusiasts. Bring along a picnic and make sure to stop at the visitor center with interpretive displays and exhibits. The park is free to enter and open to the public all year long.
  
  Valley of Fire State Park
  P.O. Box 515
  Overton, NV 89040
  Tel: (702) 397-2088
  parks.nv.gov/vf.htm
  
  

Virgin Valley Heritage Museum

• Observe the various historical items on display at the popular Virgin Valley Heritage Museum. This region has an intriguing history and the museum documents the different time periods that have played a role in Mesquite's development. Located in the center of town, the museum features Native American artifacts, exhibits from the pioneer era and modern memorabilia such as the first slot machine ever used in the valley and early telephones. Entrance to the museum is free. It is open from Tuesday to Saturday.
  
  Virgin Valley Museum
  25 West Mesquite Blvd
  Mesquite, NV 89027
  Tel: (702) 346-5705
  mesquitenv.com/parkFacility/VirginValleyMuseum
  
  

Golf

• This area has a number of great golf courses for casual and serious golfers alike. The desert canyon landscape provides a scenic backdrop for championship quality golf courses. Play a round at the Palmer Golf Course, part of the Oasis Golf Club in Mesquite. This excellent course was designed by golf legend Arnold Palmer. Try the Wolf Creek Golf Club, also in Mesquite. It was voted No. 14 in GolfWorld's inaugural 2009 Reader's Choice Awards for top public courses in the United States. Play the Palms Club, the very first course established in Mesquite. The popularity of this course helped spark the golf industry boom in the area. Other courses in Mesquite include Falcon Ridge and the Casablanca Golf Club. For course locations, phone numbers for tee reservations and additional details, see the Resources link.