Beyond Las Vegas · about 30 minutes west
Red Rock Canyon from Las Vegas
Red Rock Canyon in one page: the scenic drive, timed-entry reservations, Spring Mountain Ranch and the drive from the Strip.
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What to see
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A 13-mile scenic drive
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Red sandstone cliffs, a 13-mile one-way scenic drive and hiking trails, about 30 minutes’ drive west of the Strip.

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A ranch beneath the cliffs
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park
A historic ranch state park beneath the Wilson Cliffs, just south of the Red Rock scenic drive.
Getting there and on the water
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To the canyon and over the Strip
Maverick Helicopters
Helicopter flights from the Strip: Grand Canyon West landings, the Skywalk, Red Rock and night flights over the city.
6075 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119Explore View on map
Questions and answers
Do I need a reservation for Red Rock Canyon?
Yes, timed-entry reservations are needed from 1 October to 31 May, 8 am to 5 pm.
How far is Red Rock from the Strip?
About 18 miles, roughly 30 minutes’ drive without stops from the centre of the Strip.
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