# Hiking Near Las Vegas | Best Trails in Nevada

## About

World-class hiking is surprisingly close to the Las Vegas Strip — Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and Mt. Charleston offer everything from short scenic walks to strenuous full-day adventures through some of the most beautiful desert landscape in America.

- **Part of:** Activities > Fitness & Sports > Fitness

## Places

- [Arrow Canyon Wilderness](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/arrow-canyon-wilderness)
- [Beaver Dam](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/beaver-dam)
- [Cathedral Gorge](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/cathedral-gorge)
- [Cave Lake](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/cave-lake)
- [Cedar Breaks National Monument](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/cedar-breaks-national-monument)
- [China Ranch Date Farm](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/china-ranch-date-farm)
- [Death Valley National Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/death-valley-national-park)
- [Echo Canyon](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/echo-canyon)
- [Exploration Peak Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/exploration-peak-park)
- [Fletcher Canyon Trail](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/fletcher-canyon-trail)
- [Floyd Lamb Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/floyd-lamb-park)
- [Gold Strike Hot Springs](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/gold-strike-hot-springs)
- [Grand Canyon & Antelope Canyon Overnight Tour](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/grand-canyon-and-antelope-canyon-overnight-tour)
- [Grand Canyon National Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/grand-canyon-national-park)
- [Great Basin](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/great-basin)
- [Kershaw-Ryan](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/kershaw-ryan)
- [Lake Mead National Recreation Area](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/lake-mead-national-recreation-area)
- [Lee Canyon](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/lee-canyon)
- [Lone Mountain Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/lone-mountain-park)
- [McCullough Hills Trail](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/mccullough-hills-trail)
- [Mt Charleston Lodge](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/mt-charleston-lodge)
- [Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/red-rock-canyon-national-conservation-area)
- [River Dogz](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/river-dogz)
- [River Mountain Hiking Trail](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/river-mountain-hiking-trail)
- [River Moutains Loop Trail](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/river-moutains-loop-trail)
- [Shaded Canyon Trailhead](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/shaded-canyon-trailhead)
- [Siena Heights Trailhead](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/siena-heights-trailhead)
- [Spring Mountain National Recreation Area](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/spring-mountain-national-recreation-area)
- [Spring Mountain Ranch State Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/spring-mountain-ranch-state-park)
- [Spring Valley](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/spring-valley)
- [Summerlin Centre Community Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/summerlin-centre-community-park)
- [Sunrise Mountain & Frenchman Mountain](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/sunrise-mountain-frenchman-mountain)
- [Terrazza Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/terrazza-park)
- [Valley of Fire](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/valley-of-fire)
- [Valley of Fire Hiking Tour from Las Vegas](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/valley-of-fire-hiking-tour-from-las-vegas)
- [Ward Charcoal Ovens](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/ward-charcoal-ovens)
- [Wetlands Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/wetlands-park)
- [White Rock Canyon & Desert Hot Springs Hike](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/hiking-adventure-in-white-rock-canyon-and-desert-hot-springs)
- [Whitney Mesa Nature Preserve](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/whitney-mesa-nature-preserve)
- [Zion National Park](https://www.vegasnearme.com/attractions/zion-national-park)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the best hiking trails near Las Vegas?

Top hikes near Las Vegas: Calico Hills at Red Rock Canyon (easy 2-mile loop, stunning red rock formations), Ice Box Canyon Red Rock (4 miles, seasonal waterfall), Valley of Fire State Park (Fire Wave trail, 2 miles, otherworldly red rock formations), Lone Mountain Park in Las Vegas (easy summit, city views), and Mt. Charleston trails for cooler summer hiking at elevation.

### How close is hiking to the Las Vegas Strip?

Red Rock Canyon is just 17 miles west of the Strip — about 25 minutes. The scenic drive loop entrance is $15/vehicle. Valley of Fire State Park is 55 miles northeast (50 minutes). Mt. Charleston is 36 miles northwest (45 minutes). All offer dramatically different landscapes within an hour's drive.

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