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Valley of Fire: the back story
The back story
About Valley of Fire: the back story
Valley of Fire State Park is about 1¼ hours from the Strip.
The rock
40,000 acres of red Aztec sandstone.
The history
Petroglyphs more than 2,000 years old.
The rocks really do glow.
Heat
Summer heat is extreme; go early and carry water.
Our advice: stop at the visitor centre first.
Why it's on our list
- The rock
- The history
- Heat
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Valley of Fire: the back story before you go.