The Lone Mountain Nevada Temple: A New Landmark in Northwest Las Vegas

Las Vegas is set to welcome a new religious landmark with the construction of the Lone Mountain Nevada Temple, a significant addition for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). This temple will be the fourth in Nevada and will serve as a spiritual hub for the state’s 180,000 Latter-day Saints, particularly those in the growing northwest Las Vegas region. Learn more about the Lone Mountain Nevada Temple on the official site.

A Historical Perspective

The LDS Church has deep roots in Nevada, dating back to the 1850s when Mormon pioneers first arrived in the region. Early settlers established the Las Vegas Mission in 1855, constructing an adobe fort near a spring-fed creek. This was the first permanent, non-native settlement in the area. Explore the rich history of the LDS Church in Nevada.

Temple Overview

The Lone Mountain Nevada Temple will be a 70,194-square-foot, three-story structure featuring a single central tower. It will be built on a 19.8-acre site located southwest of Hickman Avenue, between North Grand Canyon Drive and Tee Pee Lane in the Lone Mountain neighborhood. The development will also include a 15,982-square-foot meetinghouse, a 1,807-square-foot grounds building, and a 1,800-square-foot pavilion, making it a substantial addition to the area.

This temple will join three other LDS temples in Nevada:

• Las Vegas Nevada Temple (1989)

• Reno Nevada Temple (2000)

• Elko Nevada Temple, which is currently under construction.

With over 180,000 Latter-day Saints in Nevada, the Lone Mountain Temple will serve as a spiritual gathering place for members of the faith in the growing northwest Las Vegas region.

Community Response and Legal Challenges

As with many large-scale developments, the temple has drawn both strong support and opposition. While many LDS Church members and local supporters see it as a welcome addition, some community members, including those associated with the Nevada Rural Preservation Alliance, have voiced concerns about zoning, traffic, and environmental impact. The group has taken legal action against the City of Las Vegas, challenging the council’s decision to approve the temple’s construction. Read the official Las Vegas City Council approval details.

A Historic Addition to Las Vegas

The Lone Mountain Nevada Temple will make Las Vegas the ninth city worldwide to have more than one LDS temple, joining the ranks of:

• South Jordan, Utah

• Provo, Utah

• Lima, Peru

• St. George, Utah

• Guatemala City, Guatemala

• Rexburg, Idaho

• Santiago, Chile

• Mexico City, Mexico

This is a reflection of the LDS Church’s deep-rooted presence in the state, dating back to the 1840s, when early pioneers established trading posts near what is now Carson City.

What’s Next?

While the temple is still in the planning stages and no groundbreaking date has been announced, the recent approvals signal steady progress. With the final design now in place and legal challenges ongoing, the project’s next steps will determine its timeline for completion. Once built, the temple will stand as both a spiritual landmark and an architectural addition to northwest Las Vegas.

For many local residents, the Lone Mountain Nevada Temple represents not just a place of worship, but a symbol of growth, faith, and community in one of the fastest-growing areas of the city. As the project moves forward, all eyes will be on its development and the impact it will have on the surrounding community. See what local Las Vegas news sources are saying about the temple.