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

Hiking

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

Hiking

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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Calico Tanks Trail

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Hike the easy 2.4-mile Calico Tanks Trail in Red Rock Canyon, featuring colorful sandstone, unique rock formations, and scenic overlooks.

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Calico Tanks Trail – Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

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

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Turtlehead Peak Trail

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Hike the challenging Turtlehead Peak Trail in Red Rock Canyon for panoramic views of Las Vegas and the surrounding desert landscape.

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Elevation 1,320 m

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Location: Clark County, Nevada, United States

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