On the outskirts of Vegas, once the neon lights fade and the sound of traffic is replaced by the rush of the wind, the Valley of Fire is a geologic wonder that’s best explored on two feet. On this Valley of Fire hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be 3,000 years old, and enjoy the multihued desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Pass Lake Mead and the Moapa Indian Reservation. This small-group tour has a variable duration—depending on the difficulty of hike you choose.

Choose an easy, moderate, or difficult guided hike among the red rock formations and petroglyphs
Keep your energy up with complimentary snacks and water
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Small-group tour limited to 13 people for a more intimate, interactive experience

What's Included

Hike (level based on option selected)
Professional guide
Tour of the Valley of Fire State Park Visitor Center
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Snacks

Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick up will be at your hotel or a hotel relatively close. You will be contacted 1-2 days before your reservation date to confirm pick up time and exact location. If you are staying at a hotel or rental home away from the strip or downtown you will be asked to go to the nearest Strip or Downtown hotel property.

What To Expect

Depending upon which option you choose, this Valley of Fire hiking tour either leaves Las Vegas at sunrise, or later in the day in the late morning or early afternoon. Once you meet with the rest of your group, which won’t exceed 13 people, leave the lights of Vegas behind and begin to commune with nature, as you travel out into the wide-open desert.

Along the drive, make a stop at the Moapa Indian Reservation to pick up some fireworks, liquor, or cigarettes that are completely duty-free.

When you enter the Valley of Fire State Park, your guide explains the area’s history as well as its fascinating geology, and leads you to the trailhead of whichever hike you’ve chosen.

Over the course of the trek through the park, learn about the erosion and seismic fault lines that have created the rugged terrain, all while surrounded by a surreal landscape of enormous, deeply red rocks. For thousands of years, Native American-Indian tribes have lived and survived in this landscape, and your guide offers some fascinating insight to their legends, history, and myths, as well as point out some ancient petroglyphs that have been here for 3,000 years.

Water and snacks are provided for the hike, and once you’ve conquered the dusty trail and soaked up the epic beauty, you have the chance to explore the Valley of Fire official visitors center. On the car ride back to Las Vegas, rest your legs and watch the scene slowly change outside the window, as the windswept desert slowly gives to the glitz, glamor, and lights.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Minimum age is 8 years
Closed-toe shoes are required
Sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses and hats are advised
The tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. There is a possibility that the tour may be cancelled after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring you will be provided with an alternate option or full refund.
If you would like to guarantee the tour's departure there is a $35 fee payable on the date of travel, this will make the tour non-refundable.
Not wheelchair accessible

Near public transportation
Not recommended for travellers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

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Q:How can I arrange pickup for the Valley of Fire Hiking Tour?

A:Pickup is offered for most major hotels in Las Vegas. Select your preferred pickup location in the "Tour Details" section when confirming your reservation.

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Q:How do I know when and where to meet for my Valley of Fire Hiking Tour?

A:Be sure to call the phone number on your ticket 24-72 hours prior to your departure date to confirm your exact pickup time and location.

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Q:How far from Las Vegas is the Valley of Fire?

A:The Valley of Fire is a little over 45 miles outside of Las Vegas.

Sep. 2021

Q:How long do we stay at the Valley of Fire?

A:Depending on the level you select, you will spend between 2 and 4 hours hiking through the Valley of Fire.

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Q:What are the best things to see during the Valley of Fire Hiking Tour?

A:World-renowned for its 40,000 acres of bright red Aztec sandstone outcrops nestled in gray and tan limestone, Valley of Fire State Park contains ancient, petrified trees and petroglyphs dating back more than 2,000 years.

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Q:What will we see on the Easy Hike in the Valley of Fire?

A:An easy walk allows you to see some of the many petroglyphs in the park! Your guide will tell you about the geological forces that created the distinctive red rock formations.

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Q:What will we see on the Moderate Hike in the Valley of Fire?

A:Explore the dramatic red rock formations that give the park its name while you scramble and climb through boulders, crevices, brush, peaks, and plateaus.

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Q:What will we see on the Difficult Hike in the Valley of Fire?

A:More intense than the shorter hikes, this option is recommended for avid hikers. You'll cover more challenging terrain for the most captivating views.

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Q:Can I participate in the Valley of Fire Hiking Tour if I have never hiked before?

A:Absolutely! There are three levels of hiking available so you can choose the one that best suits your group!

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Q:Do we stop at the Valley of Fire State Park Visitor Center during the Valley of Fire Hiking Tour?

A:Following your hike (time permitting), you may take a short tour of the Valley of Fire State Park visitor center to learn more about the park before the hour-long drive back to your Las Vegas hotel.

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Traveller Tips

Go with the early hike unless you want the experience of feeling like your cooking in an oven.

Not too hard, not too easy, about 5 hours from start to finish with the drive included.

Would highly recommend the morning tour since it is not as hot, and there are less people at the park so you feel like you have the whole place to yourself!

Reviews

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957 reviews

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The walk around the loop...

Lois_D, Mar 2023

The walk around the loop was simply stunning! we are all in our late 60's; we did the moderate hike and it was perfect. Our guide, Nick, was very knowledgable and friendly. Pick up and drop off great.

Great Hike!

Susan_L, Mar 2023

Pick up was on time. Nick, our guide, was knowledgeable and friendly. The hike took us by beautiful sights like petroglyphs and the tanks.

Just book it! Valley of Fire- Tour guide Sara

Sharon_G, Mar 2023

The highlight of a 3-day visit to Vegas.! We thought it was a movie set and had to touch and knock on the rocks at the welcome center to see if they were real. Just beautiful. We did the sunrise friendly but our awesome guide Sara was able to tailor it with some moderate once we got used to things. She is upbeat, energetic and very knowledgeable and helpful to everyone. We lost an item and she went way above and beyond backtracking to make sure we found it! Highly recommend.

Amazing sights, great tour guide

Sean_S, Mar 2023

Our tour guide was Mason and he was an absolute pleasure to hike with. He made the entire trip feel like an authentic experience and made sure we were both accommodated and comfortable with the hike. He was also great company. 10/10 would recommend.

Stunning!

Natalie_B, Mar 2023

There is plenty of space to trek in the Valley of Fire, take in stunning vistas, and breath! Our guide, Nick, was super informative and fun.

A hike I would do again!

Rebecca_M, Mar 2023

A wonderful experience. I did the moderate hike, which was challenging but still thoroughly enjoyable. Dustin was a top tier guide, both knowledgeable and easy-going. And of course, the landscape was beautiful. I would definitely do it again!

Valley of Fire

Jamie_H, Mar 2023

Highly recommend this tour for your Vegas trip! Nick, our tour guide, was the best! He made sure we all had a great time!

Just beautiful rock...

Shawna_R, Mar 2023

Just beautiful rock formations. Great moderate hike. Our guide was so informative and kind- it was a great experience.

Awesome day tour

Vladislav_M, Mar 2023

Great hike, with amazing views and epic scenery. Matthew is a top guide. I enjoyed it a lot - and would do it twice

Dream Birthday

Isa_G, Mar 2023

I couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend my 18th birthday! Our tour guide, Mason, was INCREDIBLE!! I am truly convinced the tour was as memorable as it was because of him 😁 The views were immaculate and felt surreal. I really appreciated the snacks and drinks that were provided, especially since I didn’t get a chance to eat breakfast. If you book this tour, you won’t be disappointed!!

A rock climbing hike adventure

Maria_C, Mar 2023

This experience was excellent!!!!! Sara, our guide, was very personable, patient, helpful, and friendly. The hike was very adventurous and had plenty of intense ups and downs. . I chose “moderate” but it was definitely very challenging. It was a beautiful connection with nature.

Incredibly

Maria_M, Mar 2023

This was just AMAZING our tour guide Matthew was really knowledgeable about everything and super attentive, we walked a lot, experienced wild life from a super close spot, walked, climbed a little bit (we were on an intense hike) and left with a smile on our faces (and sore legs but totally worth it)

Valley of the Fire hike is a must see💕💕

Donna_S, Mar 2023

Mason was an excellent guide. Dry knowledgeable. He took us to the most amazing spots with incredible views. Highly recommend!!!!!!!!

10/10 would recommend

Alyssa_S, Mar 2023

Dustin was a great tour guide. Friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. The van used for transport was clean and comfortable. The hike was incredible. We chose the moderate hike, and it was just challenging enough without being overwhelming.

Sarah, the guide was very...

Yoomi_L, Mar 2023

Sarah, the guide was very knowledgeable and attentive. My mom had some difficulty walking through an easy hiking course but Sarah helped her along the way. Loved the views, stories and vegetation. Amazing.

More of a drive, less of a hike

Marlene_S, Mar 2023

Still trying to figure out why this tour is constantly getting 5 stars reviews, went most of the time spent is in the car getting to and leaving from the park, and not hiking. If you are ok with spending this amount of money to be in the car 3,5 hrs and hiking much less, go with it. Why not a tour at the same price at Red Rock instead which is next to Las Vegas so that people can actually enjoy a long good hike and get value for their money ? Mat (our guide) saved the day.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Hi Marlene. We appreciate the feedback and the kind words about Matt. If you are available for a chat I would like to help figure where the breakdown was on the day of your hike. Generally customers are not in the car that long. We are very sorry that it negatively impacted your day and hope we can make it up to you some how. Please reach out to letstalk@lovehikes.com so we can properly address this situation for you.

Amazing!!!

Kassandra_J, Mar 2023

This was my first time hiking. My tour guide Sara was amazing! Very knowledgeable and professional! She even took great pictures of me which was a plus since I went solo. This is definitely an experience I recommend everyone give a try. 10/10 would RECOMMEND!!!

Great morning outside of the city

Christopher_W, Mar 2023

This hike was amazing. Our guide Nick did a great job and was very friendly. The moderate hike only had two parts that were short that were a little difficult. I would highly recommend it!

Amazing hike!

Adriana_E, Mar 2023

Tour was amazing, our guide was super knowledgeable and took us through the most beautiful and interesting path. Would recommend and do again myself.

Most Epic Natural Adventure

Tara_B, Mar 2023

Our moderate Valley of Fire hike was epic. It's a must do if you're visiting Las Vegas and you crave an awe inspiring reset. Our tour guide Nick has incredible knowledge of the terrain and natural habitat. He lead us on an unforgettable adventure. You can't go wrong with this tour and Nick as your guide!

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