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Petroglyph Canyon Trail, Valley of Fire State Park

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Petroglyph Canyon Trail, Valley of Fire State Park

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Petroglyph Canyon Trail, Valley of Fire State Park

Name: Petroglyph Canyon Trail, Valley of Fire State Park
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Location: Clark County, Nevada, United States

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1. Fire Canyon – Rainbow Vista loop from Overton

5.15km

01:21

50m

40m

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

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2. Fire Canyon – Pink Canyon loop from Overton

18.4km

05:04

300m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Start of the Petroglyph Trail – Mouse's Tank loop from Overton

2.64km

00:43

30m

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

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Jamie S.

September 3, 2024

Petroglyph Canyon Trail in Valley of Fire State Park is a 0.7-mile, easy hike with a 60-foot elevation gain. Located less than an hour from Las Vegas, this trail offers a glimpse into the ancient history of the area, showcasing petroglyphs carved into the red sandstone by humans over 2,500 years ago. The trail starts near the park's visitor center and transitions from a paved path to a sandy trail (think walking on the beach with a few rocks here and there) in Fire Canyon Wash. Hikers are encouraged to stay on the trail to protect the delicate sandstone and not to touch the ancient petroglyphs. The hike ends at Mouse's Tank, a natural sandstone basin that if sometimes filled with rain water. When full, tanks are vital resources in the water-scarce desert so please also refrain from entering the water.

Henribln

June 20, 2025

Very nice hiking trail

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Distance 517 m

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Clark County, Nevada, United States

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Petroglyph Canyon Trail, Valley of Fire State Park

1. Fire Canyon – Rainbow Vista loop from Overton

2. Fire Canyon – Pink Canyon loop from Overton

3. Start of the Petroglyph Trail – Mouse's Tank loop from Overton

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