The amazing red sandstone rock formations of the Valley of Fire State Parkk have been attracting visitors to Nevada’s oldest and largest State Park since 1935. The park is situated close to Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam, which makes it ideal for a day-trip from Las Vegas. At the Visitor’s Center, you can learn how the amazing landscape took shape over 150 million years ago when dinosaurs roamed the desert.

There are several very interesting hiking trails that will lead you to ancient Indian petroglyphs and petrified forests. If you would like to spend a night under the desert skies you can pitch a tent or park your RV at one of two serviced campgrounds, or you could just bring a picnic and come for the day.

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