Make a reservation unless it is the summer. Tried to go here in February, but the scenic loop drive was fully booked. Came on a weekend in August instead. No waiting when the weather reaches triple digits. The view is stunning. Just did a short hike because it is hot, hot, hot in the summer. Make sure to bring plenty of water, a hat and apply sunscreen. Definitely worth a stop. Plenty of parking available in the summer. Bonus, no crowds! Note: Use your National Park Pass for admission and stamp your National Park Passport. Take pictures, leave footsteps. read more

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I love learning new skills and I was fortunate enough to learn rock scrambling from some of the most experienced folks in the LV hiking scene. Our intro session was at Calico Hills. I didn't think this was even possible to summit but we hiked and did scrambling up to Class 4. Amazing. The Red Rocks is truly an amazing playground and I look forward to coming back and exploring more. Easy parking. Restroom at trailhead. Please come And create your own adventure. read more

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I love this place. There's awesome bouldering and great views. These photos were taken at around 9:30/10:00 pm! Very beautiful sky and lots of pretty plants. It's quite calm and quiet. Not a lot of foot traffic, just mainly people who are bouldering/ climbing. Lots of good memories here read more

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Love it here. It's a gorgeous drive as you go in, and when you park they have this little bridge walkway which is so beautiful with close up of the mountains and it's so peaceful and zen read more

Another Saturday, another hike and my favorite spot. You could tell today was a little different being in between the two holidays by the greeting at the gate and the address of some of the patrons in the parking lot... Lol. It's funny how some people come all the way from the strip just in their casino attire and walk around in the parking lot. Great weather today did not get any new pictures but know that this place is always a great place to get away for a hike and still be close enough to the city. read more

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This used to be a secret. Large parking lot and numerous bathrooms as well as numerous trash cans (c'mon people, we can all do our part, and not trash the place!). A bunch of tables too. We've had picnics here before. A fun family adventure kind of place, when everyone in the family is healthy, that is. The last time we were here, I felt like we needed walking sticks because there were some steep points. Just be careful, people. Great place for scenic pictures too (we've seen photo shoots with babies and models, separate, of course, not together). Gorgeous mountains, not very green during the summer season, it's very brown, and we've seen some scurrying. But like I said, the views of the mountains and the hills are amazing. We've never visited in the hot summer months, but it is nice during Fall and Spring. But don't dress too warm, I'd suggest, dress in layers, and don't forget to put on the SPF! There are two areas to check out. Two different directions, I should say. Well, three if you count the rock climbing. That is fun to see. Better hurry before they start charging. It's free for now. read more

Easy trail that is mostly a biking trail. Watch out for foxtails and cactus. There is no shade so be sure to bring water. read more

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a beautiful place for a hiking and you can enjoy the nature and the rocks and the people that come to see enjoy

This is my favorite hike of all of Las Vegas! It has great panoramic views of the Red Rock Canyon area and Las Vegas strip. There no actual trail to the peak so you have to find your way up, mostly by climbing on rocks. I highly recommend avoiding summer days as it gets very hot and dry. Be sure to carry plenty of water but there's phone reception in case of emergency. Elevation is not too high but the hike could get pretty intense. read more

Calico Basin Trail - Huge lizard! - Hiking Near Me

Area with free access that has several hiking trails each with a little parking lot. Fairly easy. Popular with climbers. Really bad phone service so put away your phone and just follow the trail! read more

Calico Basin Trail - Hiking Near Me

Like hiking? Well, here you go! I remember years ago (and I mean years!) on my way to Red Rock Canyon I'd see the sign for Calico Basin Red Springs and not pay much attention to it. Back then there must've been only one or two homes back there! Now there are more homes, and a parking lot for visitors. Right near the parking lot there are shaded picnic tables and public bathrooms. I have seen families in large and small groups do their BBQ there and have a blast. There is a boardwalk that goes around the spring, but if you are a more serious hiker, pick up the trail head on the left of the spring and go! Make sure you have good hiking boots and plenty of water. The terrain can get a bit challenging especially if you go off the beaten path and depending on the time of the year, it could get very hot. If you are going late in the afternoon, make sure you have a flashlight in your backpack because if for some reason you are still there when it gets dark, you'll need it! read more

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I really recommend multi trips to this area! Calico Basin area has largest parking lot as well as multi bathrooms... & truly accessible to all boardwalk... with parts in shade! Thoroughly enjoyed my visits! read more

We visited the Red Springs section of Calico Hills expecting to walk the 1/2 mile boardwalk trail, but after parking found a closed sign at the entrance. It looked like the boardwalk is being repaired. read more

Calico Basin Trail - Hiking Near Me

This place is a must see if you want something to do in Vegas that does not involve casinos or hookers. After taking the Charleston exit off of the 215 freeway, keep going until you see the sign for Calico, make a right turn and park in the parking lot. It's actually super easy to find, and parking and entrance are both free. Red Rock Canyon will cost you. The parking area has 2 outhouses with toilet paper but no flush, so plan accordingly. There are many trails to choose from and all of them have beautiful scenery. Lots of family with children, so there are plenty of easy routes for everyone. I hiked upwards, and went for some of the steeper trails. Once I got to a high point, the view was incredible. You can see the whole valley and all the different rock formations and color layers in the mountains. Highly recommend! read more

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The weather is perfect for a hike! Rock climbers, boy scouts, and a few dudes on horses. Obviously this place is pretty well known with all the activity happening around you, but there's plenty to explore and take in on the outdoor jaunt. You can get to this spot via the Blue Diamond curve from the South or in the North on Charleston Boulevard. There's plenty of parking and park rangers roaming the roads, so drive slow, I witnessed rangers pull over three people in a matter of two hours while I was here. There's pretty much one trail in the main Red Rock area, but you can venture off and climb the numerous flat rocks and peaks to get a nice view of the valley. There are also plenty of smaller trails off the side of road that will give more of "hiking" experience; changes in elevation, longer flat trails, and a few sights to stop and snap a pic. Great spot for the casual hiker or the person just needing some Vitamin D. Make sure you bring some water! read more

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I did a short 3 mile hike at Calico Basin as part of a Meetup event with a local hiking group. A couple of seasoned hikers who organized the event led a group of about 20 people on a tour of Calico Basin, pointing out significant landmarks and points of interest. Calico Basin offers hikers all the beauty of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area (well, mostly) for free! Entry to Calico Basin is the exit before the main visitor's gate to Red Rock. It's marked with a sign and arrow (You'll be taking a right if you're coming from the Red Rock Casino way). Simply follow the road all the way down until you see a gate, proceed straightforward, and then you'll see picnic tables and a parking lot. Park. You made it! The route we took was easy and suited for beginners, although there were plenty of opportunities for the more adventurous to scramble up and down some boulders. An 'igloo' could be seen on top of some boulders and you could poke your head in the 'bear cave' (more like a bat cave) after a bit of work. Part of the trail included hiking up the Grand Staircase and down the 'broken elevator'. Calico Basin provided great scenery and was very quiet. It seems like it's a less traveled area. I didn't see any path markers, but the hike I took followed a trail of sorts. I'd definitely come back here for another hike! YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #236 read more

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Beautiful hike just before Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area so no entrance fee. We did the Calico Basin South Loop and found parking even though there was a big line to Red Rock and it seemed very busy all around us. It took us about 1.5hrs to do the hike (2.5miles) because we had 4 kids (3-9 yrs old). Gorgeous scenery everywhere! read more

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Calico Basin is the name for the whole area at the end of Calico Basin Road. The picnic area and boardwalk there is Red Springs. In total, this is a heavenly piece of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. There are several hiking trails that go from the Calico Basin area, and it's also a lot of fun to just climb the sandstone and explore. There are petroglyphs along the boardwalk and on the far side of the boardwalk is Red Spring. This is a riparian area that gives the trees and plants in the area the water they need. This is a wonderful place to go for a picnic, a hike, or to contemplate or read a book. read more

Came out here for a UYE today a hike organized by Norm K. I had so much fun meeting new people and enjoying a beautiful almost spring morning in the Red Rock Conservation area. There were about 25 or so people that attended this event for a short hike through some of the trails at Calico Basin. At times I felt like we were in the movie "The Way" on a Camino through the promised land. The trail was clearly marked throughout the entire estimated 4 mile hike. Overall it was an easy hike so much so that two children and two dogs made the journey with no issues. The views of the city when you reach the top of the trail were a welcomed site. It was too bad there was a slight haze int he sky. The journey is so peaceful it was nice to get away from the "hustle and bustle" of Vegas. Norm really knows the area well and is able to share some insight on the many other trails and the nature surrounding you. It was really nice to meet everyone that participated and I enjoyed the conversations. I look forward to meeting up for other events in the future. Your all great people. Thanks for sharing this moment. read more

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Be careful I got my car broken into. Kraft Mountain parking lot in Calico Basin. I was not the only one that break in happen! Reports Scenic Drive and one reported along SR-159 over the weekend. Beware and maybe put a sign like in California. There is nothing valuable inside. Please don't break in! read more

I love this area to go for a nice beautiful walk. This is a free area right before red rock that honestly I don't want tourists to know about. As a local, it's almost like we have our own spot to go. At Calico hills during the weekdays no one is there, on the weekend when the weather is nice, it gets a little too busy for me. Sometimes I feel bad for those people living in that area. There are lots of different paths here and I just decided to wander my way around and really explore. While on one of the trails there was someone on horseback so if your dog is like mine and doesn't do well with horses, it might be best to leave them at home. You can choose flat trails if you're with inexperienced hikers or go straight up the mountain to get a perfect view. Lots of options here and one of my favorites places to go. read more

Only a 30 minute drive from the Strip, Red Spring is a beautiful landscape of Red Rock Canyon that's easily accessable and free to enter. It's a must-see if you have a car and a free morning! Just before reaching the main entry to Red Rock Canyon National Park, take a right on Calico Basin Rd from the 159 and drive about a mile until you reach the Red Spring parking lot. Parking's plenty around 10a on a Monday morning. Keep in mind that the lot is in the scorching sun, so don't bring anything that can't stand the heat. The never-ending kaliedoscope of twists and turns in the stratified ancient rocks is truly an awesome sight. Views of the landscape morph as you move through the canyon, so each journey offers a unique experience. Red Spring has a short, looped, wooden trail that's well-maintained for walkers young and old. Once off the loop, the canyon is yours to explore - whether it's hiking, nature-watching, rock climbing, or just scampering up and down the canyon levels, Red Spring is an adventurer's playground. read more

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I have a National Parks Annual Pass, and go to Red Rock Canyon frequently. I had never heard of this FREE area, just before the park entrance, until recently. I brought som friends here last week (early November) and we all loved it! Great vantage points and a good mini taste of Red Rock. While there is a boardwalk on the section we ventured on, you should know there are lots of nail heads sticking out of the ground, and I'm not sure how easy it would be to push a wheelchair or stroller on. I did see several people with strollers though. Nice little loop, plenty of parking, the colors were splendid, and there were picnic areas. Definitely a win! I'll be back very soon! read more

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Calico basin is amazing and the red hills make it majestic. Worth a visit for sure, it is home to a handful of residents and horse stables so make sure you are respectful of people's homes, other than that, just go for a walk or a climb and you won't ever regret the drive. read more

Calico Basin Trail - Our thanksgiving dinner with the calico hills in the background. Absolutely amazing! - Hiking Near Me

Beauty in every direction! Calico Basin is the exit right before the exit for Red Rock Canyon. It's also free for those who aren't interested in paying the small fee into Red Rock (I still recommend you pay the fee because the scenic drive is beautiful). But if you aren't interested in Red Rock this road has free hiking trails and offers many beautiful spots. We decided to drive to the very end of the road and ended up near Ash Canyon and Kraft Canyon. There are trails in every direction including the other side of Red Rock Canyon. We decided to head towards Ash Canyon because it was so beautiful and with each step it kept getting better & better. The trail begins like most, pretty easy and once you get off the main road you find yourself in a large field with dead trees this time of year and a very cold creek. In the shaded areas the grass & plants had frost on them and it's amazing how the temperature would change depending on where the sun would hit the trail. At times we were sweaty & hot and others we were cold. As you get closer to climbing up the canyon the scenery continues to change and it's pretty amazing. Soon enough you find yourself climbing up rocks to get higher & higher. Speaking of higher ~ we encountered just a few other people on this trail and a few of the guys were getting high up in the mountains. If we weren't with our kid we would have joined them :) We loved getting out & exploring and Ash Canyon is stunning. It's also a great option for those who don't want to be bothered by crowds. This place is like a hidden gem with very few visiting it, especially this time of year. On the other side in Red Rock it's still very busy so take advantage of these trails for peaceful moments away from the world. There's also a meditation circle you shouldn't miss. Spend a few quiet minutes there and you'll see how much better you feel :) read more

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It cracks me up how people from out of town get so surprised and amazed to see that there is such beautiful nature hiking here in Las Vegas. Yup. We don't live in Casinos. This place is very serene and refreshing, not to mention a bit challenging, It took me about 30 minutes to hike up to the top and I got to take a few minutes to just forget about the world. If you go early enough, you can get an amazing view of the sunrise as well. Watch your step on the way down! read more

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What a great family friendly place to go! We parked in the parking lot, although, others opted to drive further into the road for side parking onto gravel. There were lots of people there, yet, lots of parking. If you park in the parking lot, it is instant access to bathroom and picnic tables that offer bbq grills. This place is such a well kept area. There is a boardwalk that circles the area with informational boards regarding wildlife and the surrounding area at almost every corner of the boardwalk. This particular walk is perfect for those with wheelchairs and strollers. Spring has arrived and it felt as if everyone had their photographer with them as there were photo shoots happening of families doing the "look at each other and smile" as you walk. Lol. Cuteness! We walked the boardwalk, then went off trail as many do. We climbed the boulders around which were easy for us to do even with the kids. My 2 year old was all over the place. However, that doesn't mean you literally let your 2 year old be all over the place without support and guidance. The boardwalk is simply a boardwalk so you can walk it with slippers as it is more like a tourist attraction. If you opt to go off trail, then wear the proper attire...common sense, I know. But...some folks don't have it so gotta plug that in. It was awesome to walk into the canyon and see everyone and their daddy, literally, rock climbing. Lots of rock climbers! Where can I sign up for friends who rock climb because there were a family with babies and young kids rock climbing. How awesome is that! We spent a good 3 hours there just walking and exploring. My 8 year old stood on top of a rock and deeply inhaled the fresh-away-from-the-city-air and yelled I love this!!! And that's why we take our children on hikes for that moment right there. If an 8 year old can appreciate it, I'm sure you will too. It isn't anything rigorous at all. The weather was beautiful! Head out before it gets super hot and the heat hinders you of appreciating its glory. Highly recommend for a family day out. Definitely kid and stroller friendly (stroller friendly ONLY on the boardwalk). Enjoy! read more

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Calico Basin & Beyond - WAY BEYOND! Well, fellow hikers, I just want to point out that: (1) There are other great trails beyond/around the "Calico Basin/Red Spring Boardwalk", and (2) There are also many other nice, NO-FEE trails along Hwy159w, WITHOUT getting into the paid official entrance area, i.e.: - Trailheads are located along Hwy159W (i.e., W. Charleston Rd), on either side of the Official Red Rock Entrance. Over the years I have enjoyed hiking on those trails, multiple times, well, all but the Las Vegas Overlook/Muffins. YELPY DETAILS: 1. Calico Basin/Red Spring Boardwalk - and BEYOND! - ONE street BEFORE the official Red Rock Entrance - Easy access to Trails to Gateway, Candy Stripes (MODERATE at the end section; 3+mi RT) and other Calico Area. http://www.americantrails.org/resources/wildlife/RedRockBLM.html (a) In this gorgeous area, there are several pavilions with grills; toilet facilities; and a gorgeous boardwalk (EASY, handicapped friendly; ~ 0.4mi per loop) built on top of a dried up meadow by Red Spring, complete with many interpretive, graphic displays of plants and animals in the area. It's an easy, pleasant and educational walk to enjoy! The boardwalk is handicapped friendly. - For the MORE ADVENTUROUS, you can get much more beyond the Boardwalk: (b) On the LEFT side of the boardwalk one can see a couple of short, moderate grade hiking trails leading up to the flat hill top, which is a scenic overlook of both valleys below! Rising from this flat top is another section of the magnificent mountain range where rock climbers and hikers enjoy exploring! - Now, beyond this hill top, one can also hike down another short moderate path to a valley on the OPPOSITE side of the hill, where there are many fascinating, gigantic rock formations! From that valley, there's a trail leading to other Calico Trails off the paid scenic drive. (c) Walking UP the trails on the RIGHT side of the BOARDWALK, passing by a small cliff, which is popular for rock climbing, one can venture out to the popular Gateway/Candy Stripes Areas (EASY/MODERATE, 3+mi). - To get to Gateway, at a fork on a trail path, choose the left one (the mountain side). Well, the lower paths lead to other beautiful areas. So, even you missed the trail to Gateway, you still won't be disappointed! Below is a link to the fantatic review by expert hiker, Norm K: http://www.yelp.com/biz/gateway-canyon-las-vegas#query:hiking%20trails Now: -OTHER hiking trails along Hwy159w on the other side of Red Rock Entrance. 2. Fossil Ridge Echo Canyon Trail (EASY, ~4mi loop); and Muffin/Las Vegas Overlook (MODERATE, 3+mi RT) - On the LEFT side of HWY159, ~1mi AFTER bypassing the Red Rock Entrance - Its trailhead is at the entrance gate of the "Horseback Riding Ranch".Just park in front of the gate, and hike up the hill. (a) Fossil Ridge/Echo Canyon (EASY, ~4mi RT) - From the gate, go stright first, then hike up towards the rightup the hill. - My wife and I enjoyed hiking here tremendously: its spectacular view of the Echo Canyon along the way;the pleasing sounds of the birds from the canyon below; a cliff wall full of fossils of ancient small sea creatures; a closed gypsun mine at a distance away! You'll share the trails with horseback riders! http://www.everytrail.com/guide/echo-canyon-fossil-ridge-loop (b) The Muffins/Las Vegas Overlook Trails - I myself have not yet hiked those spectacular trails, but I will soon! - See the informative links below for details. http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=796259 http://www.yelp.com/list/hiking-red-rock-canyon-las-vegas 3. Red Rock Scenic Overlook Area - For breathtaking 360° views of the canyon on its parking lot or on its baby hilltop. Itsparking lot has 2 small, covered pavilions; toilet facilties http://www.birdandhike.com/Hike/Red_Rocks/Trailheads/Overlook/_Overlook.htm 4. Oak Creek Trail (EASY, 2.8mi, R/T) - Has a small tree canopied opening, good for picnic! Enjoy a beautiful view on top of the small hill. http://www.birdandhike.com/Hike/Red_Rocks/Oak_Creek/_Oak_Creek.htm 5. First Creek Trail (EASY ~3+mi R/T, well marked main trail leading up to the Springs and the Creek - Be amazed to see and hear the soothing sound of running springs! I did! You might be lucky enough to see the water falls, if you venture in further beyond the springs on a narrow path! Well, I myself did not see the water fall in late May, but did see a small pool of water in the main Creek, where a young family was having a picnic, and their 2 young children were playing with their puppy in the water! http://www.localhikes.com/Hikes/FirstCreekWaterfall_4120.asp Peterskis, June 2012 read more

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Great place to take a little hike and get some great photos. There is a lao a loop for wheelchair users.

Not the grandest trails compared to yosemite or mammoth or yellowstone. But what I love about these trails is how secluded it is. I went alone and it was so peaceful. Perfect time is around this time in mid-October where it's. 70 degrees nice breeze. I can lay down and look up at the toystory clouds. The cool thing is it's not too far from city. Less than 10 miles. one less star because there's not much activity going on such as waterfalls, or many animals, or flowers/plants read more

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After entering Red Rock many times through the fee area, I finally checked out Calico Basin! It's the prettiest side of Red Rock, and NO FEE to enter makes it even sweeter. I went passed the parking lot a bit farther down the road and parked at the end of the trail. I was there in the middle of the afternoon in the middle of summer, so there weren't a whole lot of other people out there. The trails I did were gorgeous, but not too difficult. It was fun to play on the rocks. Check out my short video on YouTube - https://youtu.be/I3uRP3Rdosw read more

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The natural beauty and ancient culture of the desert can be found not too far from the strip. This is a majestic colorful mountain canyon only 25 minutes away. It takes you higher in elevation to the mountains far west of town. There are protected endemic flora and fauna to be discovered. The entrance to Red Spring has RV and limo parking (if you're fancy like that). There are benches and a few grills at the base of the park. The public restrooms are standard sinkless federal park outhouses, basically. [ FUN FACT: a man was found and arrested hiding down at the bottom of the restroom poophole a few years ago! ] I wouldn't use the potty's over there.. Beyond this there is a handicap accessible wooden trail bridge that winds up towards the scenic meadow. Continue further and it takes your breath away with a close up view of the red and orange mountaintops. A number of informational placards give you a hint of whats to be found, like the animals, plants and ancient petroglyphs. *This is a local photographer hot spot for doing photo shoots* It may be one of the best free activities that can be found on your Vegas vacation. If you feel that you need a little earth grounding from all the neon & the hype I urge you to take an hour of your life and enjoy this. Good spot for meditation. Always a recommended spot for Vegas visitors who want to see what else there is out here other than casino resorts night clubs and restaurants. read more

Calico Basin Trail - The protected field in the red spring meadow just before sunset. - Hiking Near Me

When I'm hankering to take a short drive and commune with nature, I head for Calico Basin Red Spring - about 10 minutes from our place on the Northwest side of town. Calico is my favorite little oasis at the rim of the Las Vegas Valley, with temps about 10 degrees cooler than down in the basin. I don't hike much, but I am a photographer and I've taken some stunning photos here. The boardwalk that keeps visitors suspended above the meadow makes an easy loop which passes by examples ancient rock art - the anthropologist in me loves this kind of place! I haven't used the facilities, but there are benches and BBQ's available for those who prefer to picnic. As many have mentioned, it's outside of the Red Rock Conservation fee area so it's free to access and that's a total win. read more

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The boardwalk was closed during my visit, not really sure why but there was a sign that said do not enter. We hiked a little bit around the hills. The red hills are so pretty, it's def another option if you don't want to pay $15 for the 13 mike scenic drive in Red Rock Canyon. I believe it the right turn from the Main Street that leads you into Red Rock Canyon. read more

Calico Basin Trail - Hiking Near Me

Calico hills was so pretty and fun. The entrance to the trails was very crowded, but so many different paths and trails branched off, that we were soon far away from others. There were lots of big rocks and boulders to climb on, and it made me and my family feel like kids again. We hiked and climbed farther than most people did, but the view was totally worth it. We also had a great time watching the rock climbers scaling the side of a cliff! read more

Calico Basin Trail - It was so fun climbing on the rocks around the trails. It made me feel like a kid again! - Hiking Near Me

If you're reading this, take a look at the reviews for Calico Basin Red Spring. That's what everybody is talking about. Calico Basin is the broader area which includes several residential areas that are not open for recreational use. If you want to park, picnic, go for a hike you're looking for Calico Basin Red Spring. read more

I absolutely love Calico Basin. First of all, it's not that far from my house. Also, it's far enough (and hidden enough) that it keeps the nerds away. Plus my dogs love it, which makes it extra awesome for me. Really what I love about it is the fact that it's just a naturally awesome place. I like when I go and I hear the birds singing, I see the lizards scamper, and occassionally see a relaxing turtle. It's great. There's nothing "Las Vegas" about it, really. This place is also equipped with really easy trails as well as picnic tables, little bathrooms, and barbecues. Come here, bring your kids/dogs (and water bottles), and enjoy it. You'll love it. read more

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I honestly don't know exactly what this place is officially called, but it's about two miles before the entrance to the Red Rock Conservatory. It's on the right hand side and you take Calico Basin for about a mile and park in the lot at the end. There's picnic tables and restroom facilities there, too. The place itself is amazing! If you are too cheap to pay $5 to go to the Conservatory, you can go here and marvel at the mountains and foliage. There's a wood ramp trail that loops around the base of the mountain and the park itself. It's a great place to relax and just sit and stare at the beauty of nature. The people walking around the area are really friendly. Most Naturists seem to be. Check this place out. Walk around, read the signs and learn something about the desert. It's only about 20 miles North of The Strip and really easy to get to. read more

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Parked in the picnic area and went up the left side dirt trial to climb in the moderate mecca area. Round the corner right on the upper level to get to the climbs. Did the Penny Lane 5.3, Abbey Road 5.4, and Fleet Street 5.8. Fun day. read more

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Having walked many trails in Red Rock Canyon itself, we figured that we would check out Calico Basin. Free parking was a nice change. Clambered over some rocks at Red Spring and then because of the temperate April weather, we embarked on a winding 6 mile trail that looped and swooped around the basin. Scenery was amazing. Legs were aching when finished. Nice to be able to drive straight out of the Canyon without the customary 14 mile one way loop when in Red Rock itself. If you like hiking, you will find many trails in here to please. A must do at least once. read more

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