Red Rock Canyon

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in Clark County, Nevada, United States, is an area managed by the Bureau of Land …

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Feb 22, 2025
Comfortable van to ride in, knowledgeable tour guide, he was witty and full of information, Steve did a great job!! We would definitely recommend him. Ask for Steve as your guide!Full review by Tara L
Feb 18, 2025
The most beautiful nature break from the lights of the strip. So many hiking and exploring option. Get a reservation on recreation.gov and enjoy this amazing place.Full review by HikeWithLeslie
Feb 17, 2025
The scenery is absolutely beautiful. The designated stops along the way are set up for good viewing as well as sufficient parking. The views are wonderfulFull review by Mariet H
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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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Honestly either time gives you great views and photography. If you want to be in the pics wear white or blue, these colors are an amazing contrast to the red rocks. It just will be more …
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Honestly either time gives you great views and photography. If you want to be in the pics wear white or blue, these colors are an amazing contrast to the red rocks. It just will be more chilly in the morning.
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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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We get snow every 10 years or so. Since Red Rock is higher elevation, they tend to get snow more than the valley. Usually we see snow there Dec-March if it even snows.
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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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What is an electric bicycle, or e-bike?
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The BLM’s rule defines an e-bike as a bicycle with a small electric motor of not more than 750 watts (one horsepower) which assists in the operation...
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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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