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    Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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    #2 of 382 things to do in Las Vegas
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    Open Now: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    3205 Nevada 159, Las Vegas, NV 89161
    Open today: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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    “scenic drive”(1,389 reviews)
    “visitor center”(993 reviews)
    “the loop”(769 reviews)
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    Visitors can admire colorful rock formations on several hiking trails or on a 13-mile scenic drive.
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    Suggested duration: 2-3 hours
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    Red Rock Canyon Tour
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    All reviews scenic drive visitor center the loop hiking trails great hiking wild burros natural beauty rock climbers calico tanks beautiful scenery beautiful area rented a car bring water national park day trip entrance fee take pictures
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    not what we though it would be

    desert, rocks, mountains, lots of hiking trails, lots of people, 13 mile drive loop, well kept main road

    Thank paulgX5110FQ
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    Great drive and hike!

    We took a rental car from vegas to the red rock scenic drive and did the hike at Calico Tanks. The scenic road was really nice. The hike was great, at the end we climbed up to the summit to take in the views of...More

    Thank Steven M
    Reviewed today
    highlight

    Well worth the drive to this gem. Great hikes and views. Get there early to avoid long lines at entrance gate.

    Thank Bec D
    Reviewed today via mobile
    A Real Natural Wonder

    I think most out of state tourists think of the Grand Canyon for daily excursions but if you want fewer crowds and still want to enjoy some beautiful areas of nature, this place is ideal. It’s very accessible and easy to get to and it’s...More

    Thank kewlbreezes51
    Reviewed today
    Hiking outside of Vegas-short trip

    A short drive from Las Vegas is a great Conservation Area called Red Rock. Well marked trails and great views. Get some sun and exercise outside of the city!

    Thank Sherpa429404
    Reviewed today
    This is VEGAS

    After the disco of the strip and the party is lame, a whole other world opens up. I go to Vegas for the climbing, for the nature and Red Rock has it. Rent a car and go explore on your own these trails. It can...More

    Thank morgan l
    Reviewed yesterday
    Breathtaking

    If you come to Vegas don't miss this. Absolutely beautiful. It was well worth the $15.00 to get in and the views were unbelievable. It was like being on another planet. Living in New England we have out mountains and rolling hills but Red Rock...More

    Thank kibbles991
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Great place to visit!

    We recently spent a couple of days during our vacation at Red Rock Canyon. We hiked several amazing trails (accurately described in map brochure when you check in. Good to know before you start out on a trail if it is easy, moderate, or difficult)....More

    Thank Murchla
    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Natural Beauty Worth the Drive to Experience

    I visited the park on a tour bus and found the scenery to be very lovely. We had a gorgeous clear and cool day that made me wish I had come prepared to do some hiking. This for me was a highlight of my Vegas...More

    Thank sablansr81
    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Gorgeous Grandeur

    After a disappointing 4 hour drive to a frozen, snowy Grand Canyon, we decided to drive up to see this area closer to LV. We were not disappointed. The visitors’ center set the stage with a great background on the canyon and its heritage. We...More

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    StefanP2074
    13 October 2018|
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    Response from glenndoras | Reviewed this property |
    I would suggest going by one of the touring buses. They make all the main stops and stress free and you get to meet people along with all the historic information that most people miss
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    12 October 2018|
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    Response from Jessica J | Reviewed this property |
    Not technically, but if you park outside and walk in, there's not much to stop you. I wouldn't recommend walking around at night though, that's dangerous. I might suggest visiting Calico Basin, it's essentially the front of... More
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    Response from nana532018 | Reviewed this property |
    It depends on the time of year you go. I'd go in the morning in the summer before the heat of the day sets in.
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