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Rubber Duck Trail

4.9 (12 reviews)

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Me and the Duck Tree!
Renee N.

What a fun little jaunt this is! This was my second time out to the Rubber Duck tree. My daughter has always wanted to go so off we went yesterday morning. I must admit that the first time I went, I made a wrong turn so I never made it. I clarified my directions and went back out with a friend last spring and found it no problem. You can access this hike by parking at the Late Night Trailhead and head to your left and the Old Spanish trail. You will cross over a dirt road used by many vehicles out here. Once you cross over the road, keep going and signs will appear on the ground that will provide direction to the trail and the Joshua Tree where all kinds of fun ducks are hanging. This is a popular mountain biking trail so watch for cyclists. I noticed this time that my previous ducks were gone. Apparently, this tree is monitored and if there are too many ducks, then they remove them. This doesn't stop people from hanging more. We brought along two new "Valentine" ducks to add to give the tree some love. Be sure to snap a pic of this delightful and unique site in the beauty of this area of Red Rock Canyon.

Michelle L.

This is one of the off shoots from the Late Night Trailhead which is a trail not far from Red Rock. Gorgeous views but be sure you have good situational awareness if you're hiking because you'll be sharing the trail with bicyclists as well.

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Gerry W.

The original plan was to hike the Rubber Duck Trail Loop which is about 2 miles round trip. To do a longer hike we added the Mustang Loop which made the total distance about 7 miles. The route we took is to start on the Mustang Loop trail by heading west or left at the restrooms in the Late Night parking lot. The trail is fairly well marked. Follow the Mustang Loop trail markers and watch for the marker for the Rubber Duck trail. At the duck tree you can continue on and do a loop that will take you back to the parking lot or turn around at the tree for a slightly shorter return. The trails are shared among Hikers and Mountain Bikers. The over trail is flat with only about 450 feet of elevation change. Our pace was moderate and took 2 1/2 hours. We only encountered a few bikers and hikers and two jack rabbits along the entire hike. The duck Joshua tree has very few ducks as compared to several years ago.

My duck!
Kara G.

I just did this trail today, finally. It is currently "closed" as far as the parking lot(but there's space off of the highway you can use instead). I assume restrooms are closed as well. To find this trail, if you are facing the restrooms, go right towards the Old Spanish trail and follow it back awhile. Eventually you will cross the gravel road onto an unmarked trail to the right. Follow that until you start to see signs for the duck trail. I measured this at about 1.7 miles round trip. It's complete sun, but fairly easy otherwise. It was pretty desolate, so don't go alone if that makes you uncomfortable. I didn't see anyone else until my way back.

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Courtney M.

After enjoying so many photos by fellow Yelpers we decided this was a must for an outdoor adventure. As most people, we used our iPhone maps, Google maps, and this automatically brought us up thru Red Rock into the scenic loop. After getting on the trail for awhile, some fellow hikers asked what trail we were looking for. We told them, and was quickly obliged with detailed instructions. So with that being said, we headed back like we were going towards Pahrump, took the exit for Late Night Trail Head. This was definitely the right way. We started to walk down the trail, was greeted by continuous hikers, and cyclists alike. The trail doesn't tell you exactly where to go until you get close to it. When you go across the gravel road, know your headed in the right direction. At that point there is a little turn off to the right, then you'll start to see signs that tell you Spanish Trail/ Ducky Trail. Once we arrived it was alot to take in. Baring in mind, people have removed the ducks over the years several times. There were 2 memorials there with ducks on the sites as well. Definitely be mindful on the trails, whether your cyclist or a hiker. As your sharing the path with everyone. I'd suggest adequate shoes and hydration. It is 2 miles or so round trip, you don't have to be in Olympic shape, but be prepared for physical activity. Def recommend- the scenery is beautiful Location Blue Diamond/ Late Night Trail Head. - there is parking, but it does get full.

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Terri C.

Definitely a unique little hike, Rubber Duck Trail is a short trek that can easily be enjoyed by all ages and fitness types. Our dependable hiking guru, Norm K., recently showed us the Rubber Ducky tree which this trail is all about. The tale goes that there was a branch of this Joshua tree that overhung the trail used frequently by mountain bikers. Someone hung a rubber ducky from the said branch (which is no longer there) to remind bikers to "duck!" Since then, visitors from far and wide have brought rubber duckies to hang from the tree. If you're just interested in seeing the tree, park at the Late Night Trailhead off of SR 160 on the way to Pahrump. This was our first visit to this hiking area which is also very popular with mountain bikers. You start the hike to the tree on the trail that is to the right of the sign about the Old Spanish Trail. Follow this trail until you get to a dirt road (about half a mile), cross the road, and follow the trail on the other side of the road. You'll eventually see signs that point to the Rubber Ducky trail so just follow those until you get to the tree. We did this hike on the spur of the moment so we didn't have any rubber duckies with us, but there was a family at the tree who came prepared with ducks, string, and pens and they generously gave my husband and I a duck to hang. This whole hike is only a little over 2 miles round trip, but I would highly recommend spending more time on the Mustang Trail that this is a part of and enjoy the amazing views of Red Rock and the great outdoors.

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Awesome trail; fun destination tree for photos; gorgeous nature views. And a perfect getaway from the city.

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Beautiful & easy hike. Don't forget to bring a rubber ducky! Great for all times of the year.

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Red Rock Canyon

4.7(1.3k reviews)
0.1 mi

This place has such breathtaking beauty! It's located near Las Vegas. I had ordered the timed entry…read moreticket online in order to make sure I can at least get in if I don't get there before 8 am. It was $22 per vehicle. First stop was to the Visitor Center to get a map and ask for suggestions if I wanted an easy hike. I can see how much they cared about this place by seeing how many maintenance workers there were. After leaving the Visitor Center, I did the scenic route. The landscape was beautiful with all the different types of rocks there were. I ended up not actually doing the full hike that I planned, but it was a worthy time to spend my time here.

Vegas truly has it all!…read more Drive just a little bit out of the city and you are going to arrive at Red Rock Canyon ! They offer local discounts to enter the park! At times parking is available but at other times you are required to walk far! Come prepared this is hiking and rock climbing if you dare. Most individuals can walk the length of trails that are carved for you. You will be walking and walking some more. The distance is how far you want to go! As you hike you can feel nature cleansing your body and mind . The effects of walking in nature are the best ! Bring water you remember this is the desert! No casinos are out here ! We are in real nature ! Individuals come from all over the world to see Red Rock! Remember to leave nature as you found her! The best of all worlds are here and preserved for you and others. Enjoy it ! The prior power of the past created this moment for us to hike here. Prior Indian history is all around the area . The past brought mining to the region. No more of this is allowed. Come and join us in nature. Bring someone special or not ! Pets are welcome! Leave nature as you found her ! Let's get our hike on !

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5.0(19 reviews)
13.7 miWestside

If you love hiking, natural beauty, or want to get some great outdoor exercise while experiencing…read morethe opposite of what Vegas offers a tourist, I can 100% guarantee you'll love Love Hikes too. I sure do. I've done three Love Hikes hikes over the last three years, Valley of Fire Intense twice and Red Rock Moderate once. I could see planning my next Las Vegas visit around doing two or three of their hikes. What makes Love Hikes so great? * Great guides who know all the trails like the backs of their hands, are listening to you and will find a route that works for you. When I asked for the intensity to be tuned up on the Intense hike - that's what I got. A thrilling and challenging experience with a guide who showed me how to do what I would have thought of as beyond me. And when I wanted a moderate scrambling experience, I got exactly that. * Owners, Roberta and Jacob, Las Vegas Natives, who deeply care that their guests have a great experience and will do anything they reasonably can to provide one. * The assurance that while the environment may be unfamiliar and challenging (middle of the desert) you'll be with well trained people who exactly what they are doing and who will make sure you have a great, and safe, experience. * Incredibly reasonable pricing for the beauty, thrills, challenge (if you choose a moderate or above hike), and incredible convenience. * Pro tip: If you love taking video (guilty!!) and are on a moderate or above hike, make sure you have a hat or body mount since the parts you'll want to video most will require using two hands. Most recommended!

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Grand Staircase

4.9(7 reviews)
4.1 mi

I was invited by friends to complete this hike today the first day of the new year and new decade…read more(1.1.20). I was excited to complete this hike as I have decided to complete a hiking challenge for this year and this would be hike number one. We promptly met at 9:00am in the Red Springs parking lot and begin our ascent up this so called staircase. There really is no set trail or staircase at all but lots of climbing and scrambling over and through large rocks. You just have to go with someone who has done it before and will guide you up the safest route possible. Luckily my friends complete this hike annually. I wasn't sure that I could handle this climb, but turns out that I was much stronger that I thought. It is strenuous at times and the cardio workout is real, but the reward at the top is so worth it. The views are epic from viewing the entire Red Rock Canyon and seeing way out toward Mt. Potosi. In the other direction seeing through Brownstone Canyon up to Mt. Charleston Peak. This hike also includes some stunning views of our beautiful city. I can only imagine how pretty it would be up here at sunset, but never mind going down would be way to challenging. Remember to Leave No Trace - Keep our public lands clean! #52HikeChallenge - #1

I wanted to go on an adventure this weekend and that I did. I left Central Vegas around 5:15AM and…read moreheaded towards Red Rock Canyon. It was super light traffic at this time on a Sunday so I made it to the Red Springs turnoff at 6AM on the dot. There isn't a clearly marked route so I recommend you go with someone who has done this before. If you go alone, when in doubt, head up! Be careful of loose rocks and wear sturdy shoes. The view from the top is beautiful and overlooks the scenic loop and the strip. You can see the contrast of the city and the mountains. It's stunning and colorful. Bring a light snack, water, and your phone for pictures. It's not a long hike, maybe 30 minutes each direction, but it is moderate and tricky in some spots.

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Grand Staircase - At the top!

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Late Night Trailhead

Late Night Trailhead

4.6(23 reviews)
7.7 mi

Nice trails off the main highway on the way from Vegas to pahrump that are free to access and do…read morehave a restroom. The trails go for a bit and have beautiful views of the mountains all around. Overall, the trails are pretty flat and are in the easier side, with lots of grave/rocks though. Much of the hike is in direct sun, so be prepared for that if coming mid-day. The rubber ducky trail is off of here where you can see the tree decorated with rubber ducks. It's a bit silly, but is a fun draw for the area.

Wow, what a wonderful trailhead! Note that this trailhead is in the middle of nowhere before you…read morereach Pahrump, so there is absolutely no cellphone reception in the area. This is a great trailhead for those that are new to hiking or just love hiking in general. The trails are mostly flat that loops around (5 miles total) and you have amazing Mountain View's all around. It was really windy that day so because of this we didn't hike the whole 5 miles. Though I was wearing the appropriate shoes and had a full bottle of water and walking sticks on me, I still felt like I wasn't really prepared for this trail, since I had my hands full and I did not have a backpack on me. Though I live in Henderson, making the 30+ minute drive out of the city to hike Late Night was definitely worth it! While it was windy overall, the temperature wasn't too hot or too cold to hike.

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Late Night Trailhead - Amazing mountain view

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4.6(17 reviews)
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The Paseo Walking Path
The Paseo Walking Path - Spring is a popular time to see the American Robin and many birds along the Paseo Walking Path.

Spring is a popular time to see the American Robin and many birds along the Paseo Walking Path.

The Paseo Walking Path - The Paseo Walking Path with Goett Family Park in the spring of 2024.

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The Paseo Walking Path with Goett Family Park in the spring of 2024.

Rubber Duck Trail - hiking - Updated May 2026

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