Valley of Fire State Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Valley of Fire State Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Small Group: Valley of Fire Half-Day Tour From Las Vegas

• Valley of Fire Guided Hike From Las Vegas

• Valley of Fire and Red Rock Canyon Day Tour From Las Vegas

• Valley of Fire Tour

• ATV Tour and Dune Buggy Chase Dakar Combo Adventure From Las Vegas

Currently, day-use entry to Valley of Fire State Park costs US$10 per vehicle or US$15 for non-Nevada vehicles. If entering the park on a bike, you’ll pay just US$2. Overnight camping passes cost US$20 for Nevada residents and US$25 for other visitors (with an additional US$10 for sites with utility hookups).

Yes, Valley of Fire State Park is worth visiting. The oldest and largest state park in Nevada, Valley of Fire spans a whopping 40,000 acres (16,000 hectares), covering dramatic red-rock formations, petrified trees, and ancient petroglyphs. The park's proximity to Las Vegas also makes it an ideal day-trip destination for those who want to escape the bustle of The Strip. Guided tours that include round-trip transit make visiting hassle-free.

Per one customer who booked the Small Group: Valley of Fire Half-Day Tour From Las Vegas, "Absolutely amazing experience! Such a beautiful landscape. Our driver/guide, John, was very experienced and knowledgeable about the area. Such a great day! Highly recommend this tour."

While a full day will give you the chance to hike out on the trails and grab a picnic and some solitude, if you only have a few hours, it’s still worth visiting. The two main roads through the park offer plenty of parking and views, making a scenic drive (with some leg stretching) an excellent way to spend a morning or afternoon.

You can turn your trip to Valley of Fire State Park into a day trip pretty easily—stop by the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on your way out of town, witness the Nellis Dunes, tour the Lost City Museum, or make it a full outdoorsy day with a stop at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is undoubtedly cool and closer to Las Vegas than Valley of Fire State Park. That said, most people think Valley of Fire is worth the longer trip—it’s more diverse, with thousands of petroglyphs, rock arches, slot canyons, and more.

If you’re speeding through Valley of Fire State Park, it won’t take long—the main road is around 10 miles (16 kilometers) long. But, naturally, you’ll want to stop and take in the views, maybe go on a hike, or pause for a picnic. If you want to take a leisurely scenic drive, allow 2–3 hours for your trip.

No, you cannot take rocks from Valley of Fire State Park—the park authorities are very clear on that. You also can’t take plants, animals, fossils, or anything else. Like anywhere on public lands, take only photographs, leave only footprints. These are vulnerable areas, and they deserve all visitors’ respect and care.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Valley of Fire State Park. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Las Vegas:

• Hoover Dam

• Las Vegas Strip

• Grand Canyon Skywalk

• Grand Canyon West Rim

• Colorado River

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