Although you can complete the hike in one loop, it can also be combined as a longer hike with the Fire Wave (1.5 miles) and Seven Wonders (1.8 miles) trails for a longer day trip.
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Along the way, you can see panoramic views across the desert, slot canyons, a selection of caves, arches and rock formations, plus an old abandoned movie set where many famous movies were filmed, including Star Trek and Austin Powers. White Domes LoopThe White Domes Trail is a short, moderate 1.1-mile hike, which begins at the very end of Mouse’s Tank Road.
The park is also home to foxes, coyotes, lizards and snakes, which you should watch out for when hiking. It is also one of the most common areas to spot the local bighorn sheep, which usually travel in packs and frequently wander across the roads. Once again, sunrise and sunset are the best time to see the view, but on a clear day, the view stretch across the park. This is wild, virtually untouched wildernesses. The sign posted here says, ‘You are looking at 1.5 million years of time.‘ The great maze of canyons, domes, towers, ridges, and valleys before you are carved from sand deposited during the time when dinosaurs walked the earth. Some of the best views across the park can be seen from the roadside, or alternatively, you can follow the short 1.1-mile trail to Rainbow Vista Point. Rainbow Vista is one of the best viewpoints in Valley of Fire, which is quickly reached just five minute’s drive from the start of Mouse’s Tank Road. Due to extreme heat, the trail is usually closed between June 1 and September 30. The best time to go for the golden light and fewer crowds is sunrise or sunset when there are fewer visitors. Fire Wave is one of the park’s most popular hikes, especially for photographers, so if you visit in the middle of the day or on the weekend, it may be crowded. The hike begins from the trailhead located towards the end of Mouse’s Tank Road, and only takes between 30-60 minutes. This hike is particularly popular for those unable to secure a permit for the world-famous The Wave in neighbouring Arizona. The Fire Wave is a unique rock formation which has swirling shades of red, orange and pink that can be reached via a short 1.5-mile hike. This is an ideal place for those wishing to stay in the park overnight, as it has the park’s largest campground, with 43 spaces for tents and RVs. From the top of the staircase, there are beautiful views over the surrounding area. You can spot some of the glyphs from the ground, but there is also a large metal staircase which leads up into the rock to allow visitors to see them up close.
The rock features 4,000-year-old petroglyphs drawn by ancient tribes, depicting the atlatl, a type of ancient bow and arrow. A visit to the park can last anywhere from two hours to a whole day or even overnight however, sunset or sunrise is one of the most stunning times of the day to visit, as the rocks glow a deep red and orange under the sun, hence the name ‘Valley of Fire’.Ītlatl RockLocated along the Scenic Loop Road, just off Valley of Fire Road, Atlatl Rock is one of the park’s oldest and most famous attractions, easily reached by car.
The best time to visit is in May, June, September or October when the temperatures are slightly cooler, and the park is best avoided in the summer months, as temperatures can be dangerously hot and plenty of water and supplies are needed. The park has two main roads, the Valley of Fire Highway and Mouse’s Tank Road, along which sit almost all of the major sights and trailheads. Its unusual scenery has led to many films being shot here, such as Con Air, Total Recall and Transformers. The park covers 40,000 acres and is Nevada’s largest state park. Within the park, visitors will discover the iconic bright red rock formations which give the park its name, as well as prehistoric petroglyphs, unique wildlife and scenic drives. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset, and entry is just $15 per vehicle. However, Valley of Fire is only 50 miles northeast of the city and can be the perfect addition or detour when visiting the area. Many people visiting Las Vegas add in trips to well-known attractions such as the Grand Canyon or Zion National Park, which are a few hours from the city.
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