Valley of Fire is Nevada's oldest state park, an hour northeast of Las Vegas, where bright red Aztec sandstone erodes into arches, domes, and twisting formations that seem to glow at the edges of the day. A scenic park road links the highlights, and ancient petroglyphs mark the rock in several places. Its proximity to Las Vegas makes it an easy desert RV escape.
At a glance
The facts worth checking before you roll out
Conservative, source-minded facts for planning your visit — always worth confirming against current conditions before you travel.
State
Nevada
Feature
Red Aztec sandstone formations
Near
~1 hour NE of Las Vegas
On the ground
Formations like the Fire Wave, Arch Rock, and the Beehives draw photographers, especially in the warm low light of early morning and late afternoon.
The open desert offers little shade and summer temperatures are extreme, so most visitors come in the cooler half of the year and carry plenty of water.
Confirm campground availability, hookups, and any seasonal alerts on the Nevada State Parks site before your visit.
Official sources
- Nevada State Parks — Valley of Fire State Park State parks agency
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