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

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 canceled 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.

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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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Phani_R

What a lovely hiking experience it was! We were three hikers on the easy trail with Nick as the Guide. It was simply fantastic. Nick is an awesome Guide and knows the trails inside out. He hiked us through some breathtaking rock formations. I would definitely try out the medium trails next time. Nick is great. He answered all our questions patiently. It was a joy to be on this trail. It is gorgeous. And hiking with a small group was such a good experience. I would do it again for sure.

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Beautiful trip in the sun

Stephen_L, May 2023

We had great guide, lovely trip to see some stunning scenery. Was a very safe and fantastic day out, would highly recommend to anyone

A+ experience

ISABELLE_A, May 2023

Incredible hike no words just have to be there to understand. Going through those mountains, learning about geography and history and getting nice workout.

I am glad we did this tour.

Marsha_Z, May 2023

Our tour guide, Yvette, is wonderful. She is very knowledgeable about and clearly loves the Valley of Fire and hiking in general. She motivated us to go a little beyond what we perceived to be our comfort zone, and when we did, the results were empowering! And we got great photos!! : ) I highly recommend this tour.

Valley of fire

Janna_M, May 2023

Great tour with Dustin and Tony! Very knowledgeable guides, amazing view and great time ! Highly recommend!

Lovely visit with an excellent guide

Kathy_B, May 2023

Laura was our guide and she was just awesome! Catered for everyone and shared her secret little places. Valley of Fires is stunning area and I could easily have spent all day there.

Great hike and amazing views!

Marc_D, May 2023

We had a great time hiking in the Valley of Fire. We did the moderate hike. We are in our 50's but kept up with the younger couple that hiked with us. A few times I was really out of my comfort zone. We hiked and climbed up the rocks. We were up so high I wasn't sure how I was going to get back down. I was really impressed with myself doing this hike and doing something so far out of my comfort zone. Our guide was great! He made sure everyone had plenty of water and snacks. He was very accommodating! I would definitely recommend this tour!

Great time

Natasha_G, May 2023

My wife and I booked one of your hikes while in Vegas for her birthday. Our Guide Trevor was fantastic, he really knew the history in the valley of fire and was extremely personable and fun. We had a fantastic time and would definitely consider booking again on our next trip to Vegas. Thanks Trevor for the great time and lasting memories! Regards, Natasha and Phillip

A must do!!!

Terra_M, May 2023

A nice treat to get away from the noise of the strip. Our guide Mason was delightful. Very knowledgeable and easy going. Everything felt very organic. This was so fun to explore the valley of fire. We liked our small group, got to learn everyone's name quickly and had a very fun time. 100% recommend.

Worth it!

Paula_V, May 2023

Laura was our guide and she definitely has hiking skills. Very knowledgeable about the park including plants and rock formations. She is very patient and helpful. I recommend this hike.

Great hike!

Devendra_S, May 2023

Had an amazing time in the hike. Our guide was really good at making sure everyone was comfortable while also talking about the park and its history. I went solo and had a blast!

Definitely recommended!

Kimberley_D, Apr 2023

Laura was great! Very experienced and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed this wonderful morning! It was such a change from the busy Vegas strip.

Great experience.

JOYCE_S, Apr 2023

Our wonderful understanding guide Nick. All my compliments to him for his support of a senior who had recently had a hip replacement and been absent for a couple years from hiking. The scenery was wonderful and his knowledge of the area outstanding. Hiking experience is a must however.

Gorgeous views and great memories

Michelle_B, Apr 2023

Highly recommended tour. Our guide Nick was fun to travel and hike along with! He was knowledgeable of the site where we learned some local history and about some of the animal and plant life. Had some good laughs and conversation. We took a moderate hike and as someone slightly out of shape it was a perfect challenge. Pictures do not do it justice in the slightest. The most stunning views we’ve ever seen.

Good place

Samantha_R, Apr 2023

Had a good time , the guide was great, and what a awesome beautiful place to visit and get out out the city for a different scenery.

Great hike!

Birgit_D, Apr 2023

I loved everything about this hike. I did the intermediate one and I didn't want it to stop. Our guide Nick was knowledgeable and personable. We saw beautiful rock formations, some of which we scrambled over 😄, petroglyphs and plants. I definitely would recommend.

A great hike with Matthew

Laura_P, Apr 2023

We accidentally signed up for the “intense” hike through the Valley of Fire. Matthew our guide was very patient, encouraging, and knowledgeable. He knew a lot about local plants and animals in the area and he was very good about making sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. This hike was strenuous but very very enjoyable!

Amazing views

Joe_P, Apr 2023

Had a great experience, the hike was perfect and Nick was the perfect guide. Hiked with some lovely ladies from Ohio, so big shout out to them! Highly recommend.

A great experience in the Valley of Fire

Eileen_S, Apr 2023

Our guide, Mathew, was fantastic. He figured out what kind of hike we wanted that catered to our interests. He was very friendly and knowledgeable.

The Valley of Fire hike is just amazing

Phani_R, Apr 2023

Hike of a life time

Martine_D, Apr 2023

Knowledgeable tour guide ,Nick pointing out interesting geological formation, flora species going the extra step to make this hike a memorable experience

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