Laura’s Guidebook
Natural Nearby Outdoor Beauty
The Valley of Fire State Park is a brilliant, colorful outdoor destination located 46 miles away (53 minures). Filled with panoramic vistas, hiking trails, petroglyphs, scenic drives, and stunning red and pink rock formations.
The state park derives its name from red sandstone formations.
It takes approx thirty minutes to one hour to see the park from a vehicle.
You can get out and walk on these formations.
233 locals recommend
Valley of Fire State Park
29450 ቫሊ ኦፍ ፋየር ሃይዌይThe Valley of Fire State Park is a brilliant, colorful outdoor destination located 46 miles away (53 minures). Filled with panoramic vistas, hiking trails, petroglyphs, scenic drives, and stunning red and pink rock formations.
The state park derives its name from red sandstone formations.
It takes approx thirty minutes to one hour to see the park from a vehicle.
You can get out and walk on these formations.
In 50 minutes (41 miles) you can be at 8000 foot elevation enjoying a beatififul hike.
The Mary Jane Falls Trail is fairly strenuous, climbing almost 1,100 feet in 1.6 miles. The trail starts in the bottom of Kyle Canyon, which at this point is deep, heavily forested, and surrounded by beautiful gray limestone cliffs
455 locals recommend
Mount Charleston
In 50 minutes (41 miles) you can be at 8000 foot elevation enjoying a beatififul hike.
The Mary Jane Falls Trail is fairly strenuous, climbing almost 1,100 feet in 1.6 miles. The trail starts in the bottom of Kyle Canyon, which at this point is deep, heavily forested, and surrounded by beautiful gray limestone cliffs
Take the 13-mile Scenic Drive just after sunrise so you can see the red rocks in all their glory.
Currently, the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive requires a timed entry ticket, which you can reserve up to 30 days in advance at recreation . Gov
741 locals recommend
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
1000 Scenic Loop DriveTake the 13-mile Scenic Drive just after sunrise so you can see the red rocks in all their glory.
Currently, the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive requires a timed entry ticket, which you can reserve up to 30 days in advance at recreation . Gov
Yes, you can see Flamingos in Vegas.
The Flamingo Wildlife habitat is an idyllic escape from the buzz of Las Vegas. Roam the peaceful and relaxing four-acre gardens, complete with meandering streams, waterfalls, exotic birds, turtles and fish. With no cost to enter, the habitat is a fun experience for the whole family.
12 locals recommend
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat
3555 S Las Vegas BlvdYes, you can see Flamingos in Vegas.
The Flamingo Wildlife habitat is an idyllic escape from the buzz of Las Vegas. Roam the peaceful and relaxing four-acre gardens, complete with meandering streams, waterfalls, exotic birds, turtles and fish. With no cost to enter, the habitat is a fun experience for the whole family.
Cheap Eats
I've had a lot of tacos, but when I tasted these, I thought, "Wow! These are GOOD!" Now, I tell people you can't go to Las Vegas and not eat there at least once. There's one on the strip.
88 locals recommend
Tacos El Gordo
1724 E Charleston BlvdI've had a lot of tacos, but when I tasted these, I thought, "Wow! These are GOOD!" Now, I tell people you can't go to Las Vegas and not eat there at least once. There's one on the strip.
This is a hole in the wall, so much so that it can be scary to even go there.
BUT... the chicken is the best mesquite grilled chicken I have ever had. Reviews say things like AMAZING and absolutely delicious.
El Pollo Mobile
4100 East Lake Mead BoulevardThis is a hole in the wall, so much so that it can be scary to even go there.
BUT... the chicken is the best mesquite grilled chicken I have ever had. Reviews say things like AMAZING and absolutely delicious.
Vegan Eats
Panchos Vegan Tacos
1775 East Tropicana AvenueThis is not cheap, but it's vegan and it's good!
Other Favorite Eats
Stacks & Yolks
3200 N Jones BlvdIf you like pancakes, this place is for you. I also love the scrambles and the decor.
I love Thomas Keller, don't know if he still owns this, but if you want to splurge - go here and explore the gardens and pool area at the Venetian.
Bouchon at The Venetian (10th floor)
3355 Las Vegas Blvd SI love Thomas Keller, don't know if he still owns this, but if you want to splurge - go here and explore the gardens and pool area at the Venetian.