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Las Vegas Red Canyon Self Guided Audio Tour

New To The Site! Las Vegas, USA

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4 to 8 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Beyond the bright lights of the strip you will find a whole new Vegas to explore.

Red Rock Canyon and Calico Basin is known for the vibrant colors, stratified formations and more than 30 hiking trails, and it's less than an hours drive from the bustling city. Discover the incredible history, stories of the Native Americans, and why it was called the journey of death on the Old Spanish Trail.

Red Rock Canyon and Calico Basin

✓ 3 hikes
✓ 1 hike easy
✓ 1 hike medium
✓ 1 hike challenging
✓ 13-mile scenic loop
✓ Ways to get there
✓ What to see nearby
✓ Digital photo frames

Lace up your shoes and let's hit the trails!

**NOTE**

Red Rock Canyon requires a separate entry fee. This does not include the entry fee for going inside Red Rock Canyon. That will need to be purchased separately from the gate or from their website.

Calico Basin does not have a fee to enter.

What's Included

  • Audio and written guides to the Springs Preserve
  • Audio and written guides to the Red Rock Canyon National Park
  • Entrance fees to Red Rock Canyon Park
  • Transportation
  • Museum fees

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Red Rock Canyon Overlook, 3205 NV-159, Las Vegas, NV 89161, USA

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End point

Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa, 11011 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89135, USA

Start Time • 12:00 AM

What To Expect

Las Vegas

We start with an overview of Las Vegas before the lights, learn the story behind its original name, the Meadows. Listen to stories of the Native Americans, the Paiutes, the First Lady of Las Vegas, and how it went from a stop on the Old Spanish Trail called the journey of death.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Red Rock Canyon Overlook

Discover why we chose this short trail as an excellent introduction to the Red Rock Canyon and Calico Basin area. The trail is ideal for an overview of the park, and easily accessible by all. Abundant with Joshua trees, the infamous red rock colors, picnic tables, benches and a restroom
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Red Rock is known for the vibrant colors, stratified formations and 26 hiking trails, and it's less than an hours drive from the bustling city. Discover the incredible history, where the colors come from, and more.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Calico Basin

Discover this true hidden gem, it features the same stunning landscape as the nearby state park, underground springs, foliage and wildlife, and easy trails - all without a fee or reservation. We'll tell you where to find the petroglyphs and the history behind them, plus, an easy trail that leads to an entire overview with a stunning backdrop of the Las Vegas city.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Calico Basin Road

Don't miss this amazing area nestled right next to Red Rock Canyon. You can visit without reservations, and without the crowds. We'll stop by a boardwark nature trail, a picnic area, and there are multiple areas to pull over and view the scenery without paying a fee.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Red Rock Casino

After you wrap up exploring Red Rock Canyon, stop by this world class resort, a Conde Naste Traveler favorite. We tell you where to go, what to order, and what not to miss.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Springs Preserve

Explore an oasis in the desert, a small lake, hiking trails, museum, picnic area, trees, greenery, and animals make this a favorite for photography backdrops and visitors.This is home to some of the oldest buildings in Nevada, a 1860s blacksmith shop, the Sandstone Cabin that was home to the founding family and the ranch house. Hiking trails throughout the park, in addition to tree-shaded picnic sites with tables and grills, make day trips to the park a family favorite.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cowboy Trail Rides (Pass By)

For a completely different experience of the Red Rock Canyon and Calico Basin, join a guided cowboy trail ride. Ride through various trails, completely beginner friendly with a variety of trail lengths, and scenery. Winner of Viator 2017 travel awards.
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Red Spring Boardwalk Trail

We'll stop by the Red Spring Boardwalk, or Calico Basin Boardwalk, a 1/2-mile loop walk with plenty of benches to rest and enjoy the birds and alkali meadow - with salty water and salt-tolerant plants. This is a great place for bird watching!Don't miss the petroglyphs and this historical significance.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-5496124P6

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