State Parks Opening Public Comment Period for Two Parks’ Development Plans

The Nevada Division of State Parks is currently holding a public comment period for the development plans of Kershaw-Ryan State Park and Elgin Schoolhouse State Historic Site.

Kershaw-Ryan is roughly two hours away from Las Vegas, while the Schoolhouse is around three. The most recent development plan for Kershaw-Ryan was last updated in 1992. This will be the first development plan for the Schoolhouse.

Kershaw-Ryan State Park spans 1,696 total acres. Nevada State Parks is currently in the process of acquiring an additional 74 acres near the park entrance. Currently, the park features 16 campsites, two group pavilions, around 14 miles of hiking and bike trails, and a day use area with lawns, gardens and a wading pool.

The updated development plan will focus on future recreation needs and the identification of planning and development projects.

Elgin Schoolhouse is focused on the preservation of a one-room schoolhouse constructed in 1922. The park consists of two separate parcels that combine less than two acres. The schoolhouse was most recently restored in the late 1990s.

The Schoolhouse Park also includes playground equipment, a caboose and cottonwood trees. Currently, there is an ongoing project to add a restroom to the park.

The survey will be open until Sept. 7.