Keystone Thrust Trail, Half-day hike in the Red Rock Canyon near Las Vegas

Join a professional guide for a hike in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas. Admire amazing desert and mountain landscapes and visit the Keystone Thrust.

Private

1/2 Day

Jan - May, Sep - Dec

Intermediate

Beginner

Highlights

Beautiful views of the Calico Hills and several mountain peaks
Visit the Keystone Thrust, an interesting site with exposed tectonic plates
Only a half hour drive from Vegas

Description

Just half an hour outside Las Vegas lies the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, a park that features breathtaking desert landscapes and many popular hiking trails.

On this 2.2 mile hike you can enjoy many gorgeous views. At the highest point you can see Turtlehead Peak, the Calico Hills, La Madre Mountains and White Rock Mountain. No scrambling is required on this hike, but be prepared for about 400 feet of elevation gain.

Along with the aforementioned mountain views, the highlight of this excursion is admiring the Keystone Thrust, a geological fault with two exposed tectonic plates. You can actually see how the red sandstone and gray limestone have smashed together to form new mountains. It’s very interesting to witness for geologists and non-geologists alike.

Complete this hike to discover the awe-inspiring beauty and serenity of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

Also check out the other adventures we offer in this park, like this half-day hike on the Calico Tanks Trail or this hike through Ice Box Canyon.

Price includes

Guiding fee

About the guide

E-S Adventure Guides

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