Summerlin, Nevada facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Summerlin
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 Summerlin
Location in Nevada
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| County | Clark |
| City | Las Vegas |
| Founded | 1990 |
| Founded by | Summa Corporation |
| Named for | Jean Amelia Summerlin |
| Associations | Summerlin North Summerlin South Summerlin West Sun City Summerlin Siena |
Summerlin is a large, planned community located in the Las Vegas Valley in Southern Nevada. It sits near the beautiful Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon. Summerlin is partly inside the city of Las Vegas and partly in the surrounding Clark County.
This huge community covers over 22,500 acres. It has more than 230 parks, many public and private schools, places of worship, golf courses, hotels, and fun places to shop and eat. There are also office buildings and a medical center. Summerlin is divided into three main areas: North, South, and West. These areas manage many smaller neighborhoods and business centers.
In 2010, almost 100,000 people lived in Summerlin. This was a big jump from 59,000 residents in 2000! The community was named after Jean Amelia Summerlin. She was the grandmother of a famous billionaire land developer named Howard Hughes. The Howard Hughes Corporation still owns and manages Summerlin today. They also own Downtown Summerlin, which is a popular spot for shopping, dining, and entertainment. The Las Vegas Ballpark, home to the Las Vegas Aviators baseball team, is also part of Summerlin. The team's name honors Howard Hughes, who was also an aviator.
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Exploring Summerlin's Past
In 1952, a famous film director and businessman named Howard Hughes bought 25,000 acres of land in Southern Nevada. This made him the biggest landowner in the Las Vegas area. Even though he bought the land, he never built anything on it for many years.
After Hughes passed away in 1976, his family created the Summa Corporation. This company was set up to manage his many businesses and land. In 1988, the company announced big plans for the empty land. They decided to build a large, planned community. They named it "Summerlin" after Hughes' grandmother, Jean Amelia Summerlin.
To prepare for this huge project, Summa Corporation made a special deal. They traded 5,000 acres of land that was important for the environment. In return, they received 3,000 acres that were better for building. Once this environmental step was done, construction began. By the end of 1990, the first homes, a park, and a school in Summerlin were finished. In 1994, Summa Corporation changed its name to the Howard Hughes Corporation. They kept building new neighborhoods in Summerlin.
Building new homes was very popular for many years. From 1997 to 2007, Summerlin was known as the top community in the country for new home sales. There was a time when the economy was tough, which slowed down building. But things started to pick up again in 2014. That's when Downtown Summerlin opened. This brought 106 acres of new shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Building homes also restarted quickly. By 2016, Summerlin was once again one of the best places in America for new home sales.
Summerlin is still growing today. As of 2018, there are over two dozen neighborhoods and business areas. There are also more than 6,000 acres of land still available for future development.
Summerlin's Location and Weather
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Summerlin has a hot desert climate. This is typical for the Mojave Desert, where it is located.
Summers are usually very hot and dry. Daily temperatures often go above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius). Sometimes, temperatures can even reach 118 degrees Fahrenheit (48 degrees Celsius). Spring and fall seasons are sunny, warm, and dry. Daily highs are usually in the 70s and 80s Fahrenheit (20s Celsius). Winters are cool and windy, with daily highs in the 50s Fahrenheit (10s Celsius). It rarely gets below freezing, and snow is uncommon. However, some rain does fall, especially in January and February.
Businesses and Fun in Summerlin
Allegiant Air, an airline company, has its main office in Summerlin.
Hotels and Casinos
Summerlin is home to three large resort casinos:
- JW Marriott Las Vegas, which includes the Rampart Casino, opened in 1999.
- Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, opened in 2006.
- Suncoast Hotel and Casino, opened in 2000. It's usually thought of as part of Summerlin, even though it's just outside.
There is also a hotel called Element Las Vegas. It does not have a casino and opened in 2008.
Arts, Culture, and Entertainment
Downtown Summerlin: A Hub of Activity
Downtown Summerlin is a large area covering 400 acres. It has a mix of shops, restaurants, offices, and homes. It opened in 2014. The shopping center alone has over 125 shops, bars, and restaurants. Downtown Summerlin also has two sports facilities:
- City National Arena, opened in 2017. This is where the Vegas Golden Knights hockey team practices. It's also the home arena for the UNLV Rebels college hockey team.
- Las Vegas Ballpark, opened in 2019. This is where the Las Vegas Aviators minor league baseball team plays.
Many local events happen in Downtown Summerlin all year long. These include an art festival, outdoor fitness classes, and holiday celebrations.
Community Library
Summerlin has its own public library. It is part of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.
Sports and Recreation in Summerlin
The city's professional hockey team, the Vegas Golden Knights, practices at City National Arena in Summerlin. This arena also offers ice skating lessons. It hosts hockey leagues for kids and adults. Competitive figure skaters also train here.
The UNLV Hockey team plays its home games at City National Arena.
The Las Vegas Aviators baseball team plays at the Las Vegas Ballpark in Summerlin.
Cycling Fun
Most major roads in Summerlin have special lanes for bicycles. You can also find great bike paths in the nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
Parks for Everyone
Summerlin has many large community parks that anyone can use for free. As of 2018, there are 25 community parks. They offer lots of fun things to do. These include community centers, barbecue areas, and walking trails. You can also find playgrounds, swimming pools, and water play areas. Many parks have fields for soccer, baseball, and football. There are also courts for basketball, tennis, and volleyball. Parks with community centers often have special events, classes, and camps for kids.
Walking and Hiking Trails
As of 2018, the Summerlin Trail System is over 150 miles long! It connects neighborhoods to different places in the community. The system has five types of trails: street-side, village, bike, regional, and natural.
When finished, the trail system will be over 200 miles long. It will also connect to more than 2,000 miles of regional trails. This will make it one of the best trail systems in the southwestern United States.
In 2008, Summerlin and the Howard Hughes Corporation won an award. It was for creating high-quality, well-designed trail systems that are part of their developments.
Mountain Adventures
The nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area has 26 hiking trails. These trails range from easy to very challenging. The canyon is also a great place for bouldering and rock climbing. There is even a campsite if you want to stay overnight.
Learning and Education
Public Schools in Summerlin
Public schools in Summerlin are part of the Clark County School District. This district serves almost all of Southern Nevada.
Elementary Schools
- 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
- Ernest Becker Middle School
- Victoria Fertitta Middle School
- Sig Rogich Middle School
High Schools
- Palo Verde High School
- Cimarron-Memorial High School
- West Career And Technical Academy (a special school focused on careers and technology)
Some Summerlin families might attend schools just outside Summerlin's borders. For example, many families in Summerlin South go to Durango High School in nearby Spring Valley.
Private Schools in Summerlin
Summerlin also has several private schools:
- The Adelson Educational Campus (Kindergarten to 12th grade; Jewish)
- Alexander Dawson School (Kindergarten to 8th grade; not religious)
- Bishop Gorman High School (9th to 12th grade; Catholic)
- Faith Lutheran Academy (Kindergarten to 5th grade; Lutheran)
- Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr High School (6th to 12th grade; Lutheran)
- The Meadows School (Kindergarten to 12th grade; not religious)
- Merryhill School (Kindergarten to 5th grade; not religious)
- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School (Kindergarten to 8th grade; Catholic)
- The Shenker Academy (Kindergarten only; Jewish)
- Sholom Schechter Day School of Las Vegas (Kindergarten to 5th grade; Jewish)
Colleges and Universities
Higher education in Summerlin mostly includes smaller campuses:
- The College of Southern Nevada (Summerlin Center Campus; public)
- The Roseman University of Health Sciences (Summerlin Campus; private)
Summerlin is also close to other larger colleges. The main campus of the College of Southern Nevada is within 10 miles. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is within 20 miles. Nevada State College (NSC) is within 30 miles.
Healthcare in Summerlin
The Summerlin Hospital Medical Center is a private hospital. It has 485 beds for the community. It is recognized for its care for chest pain and strokes. It also has a Children's Medical Center, a Breast Care Center, and a Cancer Center. Other features include a Rehab Center and a Robotic Surgery Center. The hospital's campus is 40 acres and is located in The Crossings village of Summerlin North.
Famous People from Summerlin
Many well-known people live or have lived in Summerlin, including:
- Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf: Famous retired tennis players
- Eugenie Bouchard: Professional tennis player
- David Copperfield: Magician and TV star
- Rick Harrison: Owner of the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop and star of Pawn Stars
- Penn Jillette: Magician, part of the duo Penn & Teller
- Brandon Marshall: Former professional football player
- Bob Miller: Former Governor of Nevada
- DeMarco Murray: Former professional football player
- Carlos Santana: Famous musician
- Julian Serrano: Award-winning chef
- O. J. Simpson: Former professional football player and sportscaster
- Ronnie Stanley: Professional football player
- Brendon Urie: Singer for the band Panic! at the Disco
- Mark Wahlberg: Actor and businessman
- Dana White: President of the Ultimate Fighting Championship
- Wayne McCullough: Olympic Silver Medalist and boxing champion
- Pia Zadora: Actress and singer
Images for kids
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Summerlin Entrance Marker
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A palm tree-lined street in Downtown Summerlin
See also
In Spanish: Summerlin para niños
