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Sandstone Quarry

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Sandstone Quarry

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Sandstone Quarry

Recommended by 51 hikers out of 52

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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Location: Clark County, Nevada, United States

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1. Calico Tanks from Sandstone Quarry — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

3.94km

01:11

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Calico Tanks Trail – Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

3.77km

01:08

120m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Turtlehead Peak Summit from Sandstone Quarry — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

7.61km

03:01

580m

570m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

February 17, 2023

Sandstone Quarry is the third pullout along the Scenic Loop Drive. Several popular hiking trails including Turtlehead Peak and Calico Tanks begin here. Along with panoramic views of the Calico Hills area, a historic quarry, you can frequently see rock climbers on the rock formations above you.

der puma

May 3, 2023

You cannot access the site without a reservation - and there is a reason for this - the Sandstone Quarry is a stunningly beautiful rock which attracts a lot of interested people. I would recommend this to anyone who is nearby or visiting Las Vegas to drive the extra miles.

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Christian

May 6, 2018

Sandstone Quarry is one of the most popular stopping spots by tourists and locals. According to the history of the area there are several multi-ton blocks of sandstone abandoned when the third try at quarrying sandstone declared bankruptcy in 1912 and the quarry closed.

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Elevation 1,320 m

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Location: Clark County, Nevada, United States

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Sandstone Quarry

1. Calico Tanks from Sandstone Quarry — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

2. Calico Tanks Trail – Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

3. Turtlehead Peak Summit from Sandstone Quarry — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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