Visitor Center
Activity schedules for naturalist-guided walks, programs, and talks are posted at the visitor center between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Call 702-363-1921.
Desert Safety
Each year people are lost, injured, and sometimes killed while visiting Red Rock Canyon. For your safety, please follow these simple rules:
When hiking, stay on established trails and watch your footing at all times. Steep slopes and cliff edges are dangerous.
Do not roll or throw rocks and other items from high places; other visitors may be below you. Watch for snakes on the rocks.
Watch children closely; they often do not recognize potential dangers.
Weather
Temperatures can exceed 105 degrees F (41 degrees C) in Red Rock Canyon. It is suggested you drink four liters of water per day in the summer, but do not drink untreated water, as it may be contaminated.
Avoid drainages after thunderstorms or severe weather because of flash floods. To avoid a dangerous lightning strike, stay away from high points during thunderstorms.
Wildlife
Wildlife may appear to be tame, but may attack if threatened. Stay a safe distance away while observing animals.
The burros at RRCNCA are not domesticated animals and can be dangerous. Do not feed or pet them. Feeding burros encourages the animals to congregate on roadways, where many have been killed and injured by vehicles. To observe burros safely, pick a safe place to stop, pull completely off the roadway, and observe the animals from a distance. Staying in your car is the safest way to photograph and observe the burros.
Where are you going?
What do you want to do?
