Red rocks
Glowing.
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A protected area about 24 kilometres west of Las Vegas, visited by more than three million people a year and famous for huge red sandstone formations shaped by faulting, in striking contrast with the lights of the nearby city. Its rock walls rise up to 910 metres, drawing hikers and rock climbers; its highest point is La Madre Mountain at 2,485 metres, and layers of red, orange and cream glow at sunrise and sunset. A one-way scenic loop road 21 kilometres long runs through the area, with car parks, viewpoints and trails branching off among canyons and boulders, and the visitor centre has exhibits on the area's geology and wildlife. Entry is $20 per car for a day, and from 1 October to 31 May a timed reservation booked online is needed to enter between 8 am and 5 pm, per the conservation area's website. Carry plenty of water and avoid hiking in the midday heat in summer.
Glowing.
And viewpoints.
Among the canyons.
About 24 km west of Las Vegas
Yes, from 1 October to 31 May a timed reservation is needed between 8 am and 5 pm, per the conservation area's website.