Red Rock Canyon
Park · Red Rock Canyon, Las Vegas

Red Rock Canyon

Photo: Ken Lund from Reno, Nevada, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area protects desert landscapes and ancient rock formations. Visitors can hike trails or drive the 13-mile scenic loop. Look for petroglyphs and desert wildlife along the way.

On day 3 of Las Vegas & Red Rock

Good to know

Tickets
Entrance fee required; check current rates.
Time needed
Three to five hours.
Best time
October to April for cooler weather.
Getting there
Drive 20 minutes west from Las Vegas on Highway 159.

Itineraries with Red Rock Canyon

Day 3 of Las Vegas & Red Rock

Red Rock Canyon

How Red Rock Canyon fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Red Rock Canyon Scenic DriveRed Rock Canyon
  2. 14:00The Laundry RoomFremont Street (back in town)
  3. 21:00Cirque du Soleil - OBellagio Theater
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Red Rock Canyon questions

Do you need a reservation for Red Rock Canyon?

No reservation is needed for day visits. Timed entry may apply on busy days.

Is Red Rock Canyon open year round?

Yes. The area stays open daily except during extreme weather closures.

Are dogs allowed in Red Rock Canyon?

Dogs are permitted on some trails but must stay on leash.

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