Calico Ridge Commute Times: Getting to Work from Southeast Henderson

Location matters when you're commuting five days a week. Calico Ridge sits in southeast Henderson, which means specific advantages and trade-offs depending on where you work. Here's the reality.

Commute Times to Major Employment Centers

Best Routes Out

From Calico Ridge, you have a few main options:

Lake Mead Parkway to 215/515. This is the primary artery. Head west on Lake Mead Parkway to access the 215 beltway or 515/95. Works well for Strip, airport, and downtown destinations.

Boulder Highway. Parallel option that can work when the freeway is jammed. Slower but sometimes more predictable during peak congestion.

Surface streets through Henderson. For Henderson-based jobs, staying off freeways entirely often makes sense. Horizon Ridge, Green Valley Parkway, and Eastern Avenue provide alternatives.

Who Has Easy Commutes

The Summerlin Reality Check

Let's be direct: if you work in Summerlin or northwest Las Vegas, Calico Ridge creates a long commute. You're looking at 25+ miles each way, often through the busiest corridors in the valley.

For Summerlin workers, communities on the west side make more sense. Calico Ridge works best for Henderson, Strip, airport, and east-side employment.

Shift Workers

Las Vegas runs 24/7. If you work swing shifts, graveyard, or weekend schedules, commute times improve dramatically. The numbers above assume standard 8-5 commuting. Off-peak travel cuts most routes by 30-40%.

Casino, healthcare, and hospitality workers often find Calico Ridge commutes manageable because they're not fighting rush hour traffic.

Remote Work Advantage

If you work from home full-time or hybrid, commute times matter less. Calico Ridge's quiet environment, larger homes with office space, and lower cost of living become the priority. The occasional drive to an office is tolerable when it's not daily.

The Bottom Line

Calico Ridge works well for Henderson-based employment, Strip jobs, and airport positions. Downtown is moderate. Summerlin is a stretch. Know where you'll be commuting before you commit.

Questions about commute routes from specific properties? Let's map it out together. Already commuting from Henderson? See what your current home is worth if you're considering a move.