Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

www.redrockcanyonlv.org
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Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, located just a short drive west of Las Vegas, Nevada, is a stunning natural playground renowned for … See more

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Sep 28, 2024
The 13-mile drive has many parking lots for close views of several different scenes of the mountains and deserts. The welcome center is outstanding and the view in the back is well worth it. It costs… Full review by Americansportswriter
Sep 1, 2024
Really outstanding place to visit. Can easily spend half a day or more here, especially with a short hike or two. The 13-mile drive is great, but get out and experience the flora, fauna and sights -… Full review by Alan H
Aug 29, 2024
This park is very well maintained, clearly marked and enjoyable. I took a quick hike to connect with nature and take some pictures while visiting family in Las Vegas. It was the perfect choice. Hydra… Full review by Condouz
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Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, located just a few miles west of Las Vegas, is named after the deep red 3,000-foot (914.4 m…
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Facts

Located:Clark County, Nevada, US
Established:1967
Area:197,349 acres (798.64 km²)
Visitors:2,000,000+

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show me a map of the local area
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There is lots of information and resources on the website and the visitor center is very nice and the staff is very helpful. You will actually want to buy a car pass in advance.
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Answer by Andre E · Apr 1, 2023
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Planning a visit in December. Would the afternoon sun give better views or is morning preferred?
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Gosh that’s a hard one to answer based on preference. The sunlight contributes to a view of different colors and shadows on the rocks. We’ve always been partial to sunrise and …
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Gosh that’s a hard one to answer based on preference. The sunlight contributes to a view of different colors and shadows on the rocks. We’ve always been partial to sunrise and sunsets, not midday . Hope this helps. Enjoy your trip.
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Planning a trip mid December….what will the weather be like at this time? Does it snow?? Thanks In advance
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It is right outside of downtown Las Vegas so I would check a weather app. If you hike up the mountains, it will be colder. Very dry though, so bring more water than you think you would need.
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Can you show up without a timed reservarion and get put on a wait list till a time comes available?
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We just visited Sept 2022, didn’t have any type of reservation and had no problems for our self guided tour/exploration.
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In one place I read Timed Reservation was required October 1st and after and in another place it says October 31st-May …
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In one place I read Timed Reservation was required October 1st and after and in another place it says October 31st-May 1st. Which is correct?
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It says October 1st on the official Red Rock Canyon web site. Have fun!
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Answer by Mark S · Jul 31, 2022
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Is there public transportation to Red Rock Canyon?
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Unfortunately there are no public transportation services that can take you from Las Vegas to Red Rock Canyon. Most visitors drive their own vehicles or rent a vehicle to enjoy...
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The Red Rock Canyon is a renowned natural grandeur easily accessible by a four-wheel-drive way off of the picturesque circle. The unaware tourists reach it through travelling between the valley slice …
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Due to the extreme temperatures in the Canyon, pet owners should never leave their pets unattended inside their vehicles
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Pets must be leashed at other developed facilities such as the visitor center, Willow Springs picnic area, and Red Rock overlook
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Most of the routes are off the Scenic Loop Drive, which closes at 5 p. m. , 7 p. m
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Nearly 200,000 acres and 30 miles of incredible hiking trails rock climbing up the stunning faces of red Aztec sandstone cliffs
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195,000-plus acres with 30 miles of hiking trails, rock climbing, and mountain biking
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Late exit passes are available (apply in advance) and recommended to avoid an expensive citation
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Get your bearings at the Visitor Center just inside the entrance, pick up a trail map, and then drive the 13-mile, one-way scenic loop
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There is an entry fee for the Scenic Loop Drive and nearly all hikes and climbs start along this road
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The Kraft Mountain Loop Trail and the Kraft Boulders area is an excellent spot to watch climbers and have an adventurous hike
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Red Rock Canyon features gigantic sandstone rocks dyed by iron oxide over several centuries that rise to soaring heights of over 3,000 feet
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Some of the hikes are easy and short, while others can be strenuous, but most are incredibly scenic and unique
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Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is a located 15 miles west of Las Vegas
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The park brochure lists 26 named day hikes
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Visitors to red rock canyon enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and the scenery
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From november to may, reservations are required for the scenic drive
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Trails ranging from short loops to day hikes might carry you to lookouts on the lip of canyons
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Be careful, the sandstone is very fragile when it rains and should not be mounted at least 24 hours.short
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The 13-mile scenic drive makes stops at trailheads where short hikes reward visitors with glimpses of petroglyphs
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Hiking trails and rock-climbing routes radiate from roadside parking areas
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Look for rock squirrels and a variety of lizards on the sun-warmed rocks
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All cars receive an area map upon entry; stop at the visitor's center for more information
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