Cañón Red Rock

There are lots of things to do at Red Rock Canyon. You can take the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive, go hiking on one of its 26 different trails and stop at the overlooks for views, to go rock climbing, or to check out the petroglyphs and learn about Paiute culture at the visitor center.

The Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive, also known as the Red Rock Canyon Loop, is a 13-mile (20-kilometer) drive along Red Rock Canyon Road. The drive takes approximately 30 minutes, and you’ll take in stunning views of the area. Plus, this scenic drive is open all year round.

Hiking boots or walking or running shoes are really important at Red Rock Canyon, especially if you’re planning to hit the trails. Long pants and long sleeves (particularly quick-drying, UV-protection apparel) are also recommended to protect your skin from the sun’s harsh rays and the area’s prickly plant life.

Red Rock Canyon is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) from the Las Vegas Strip. If there’s no traffic, that’s about a 20-minute ride from one to the other. Because of its close proximity, many Las Vegas travelers choose to visit the national conservation area while in the Las Vegas area.

Yes, if you’re wanting to access the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive (a.k.a. the Scenic Loop) between the hours of 8am and 5pm, then you’ll need to make reservations. Book a timed reservation slot online to go on your own, or book a tour that takes care of all the details for you.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is about a 50-mile (80.5-kilometer) drive to the Hoover Dam. It takes just under an hour to drive yourself in traffic, or, since they’re nearby to each other, many tours offer stops at both.