Las Vegas: Valley of Fire Red Rock Tour & Park Entry

Red sandstone cliffs rise 150 million years old, an hour from the Strip

You get picked up from your Las Vegas hotel and driven to Valley of Fire State Park, where a guide walks you through 150-million-year-old red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, and panoramic desert viewpoints. Park entry and bottled water are included, and you return to the Strip by late afternoon without arranging transport or paying separate fees.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Valley of Fire State Park

• Pickup from Las Vegas hotel
• Drive to Valley of Fire State Park
• Explore red sandstone formations
• View ancient petroglyphs
• Enjoy panoramic desert views
• Return to Las Vegas hotel

The experience

The landscape hits different when you're standing in front of it instead of scrolling past photos. Valley of Fire State Park sits 16 miles south of Overton, and the drive from Las Vegas takes you straight into the Mojave Desert where the rock faces turn the color of rust and fire. Your guide picks you up from the Strip early, and by mid-morning you're walking into formations that look like they belong on another planet: layered, sculptured, wind-carved sandstone that shifts color depending on the light and the angle you're standing at. The park is Nevada's oldest and largest state park, and once you're inside it, the city feels like a different world entirely.

What makes this Valley of Fire tour work is that you don't have to figure out the route yourself or worry about missing the best stops. The guide knows where the petroglyphs are, which viewpoints give you the clearest sight lines, and how to time the walk so you're not baking in the afternoon heat. You get bottled water throughout the day, and the park entrance fee is already paid: no standing in a line at the gate, no surprise cost at the end. The rock formations have names like Fire Canyon and Prospect Trail, and they're not just red. They're striped with purple and orange where different mineral layers catch the sun. Ancient petroglyphs are carved into some of the rock faces, left by people who lived in this desert long before Las Vegas existed.

The full day gives you time to actually see the place instead of rushing through it. You're not crammed into a massive group: the tours run small enough that you can ask questions and move at a pace that lets you take photos without feeling rushed. By the time you head back to the Strip in the late afternoon, you've covered the main attractions and learned the geology and history of how this landscape came to be. It's the kind of day trip that justifies staying in Vegas for more than just the casinos.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup from the Las Vegas Strip, all state park entrance fees, a guided tour of Valley of Fire State Park with stops at major red sandstone formations and petroglyphic sites, and bottled water throughout the experience. Return transport to your hotel is included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (61 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 16 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Las Vegas and Grand Canyon Tours

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see the red rock formations and ancient petroglyphs without renting a car or navigating the desert yourself. The pickup and guided route are what make a full park experience possible in one day from the city.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How long is the Valley of Fire tour from Las Vegas?

It's a full-day tour. Hotel pickup from the Strip is included, and you return in the late afternoon.

What is Valley of Fire State Park known for?

It's Nevada's oldest and largest state park, famous for its fiery red Aztec sandstone formations shaped over 150 million years, plus ancient petroglyphs and dramatic desert landscape.

Is the park entrance fee included?

Yes. State park entrance fees are included in the tour price, along with bottled water and a guided experience.

How far is Valley of Fire from Las Vegas?

The park is located 16 miles south of Overton, roughly an hour's drive from the Las Vegas Strip.

What should I bring on this tour?

Bring sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable walking shoes. Bottled water is provided, but you may want to bring extra if you're sensitive to heat.

Are there petroglyphs to see?

Yes. Ancient petroglyphs are carved into some of the rock faces throughout the park and are part of the guided tour.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup from the Las Vegas Strip happens early morning, though exact times depend on your hotel location and the operator's schedule.