Leaving Las Vegas

Desert travel can be spiritually invigorating, but it can also be dangerous. Any drive or hike in the Las Vegas area must be approached with caution.

• Check on road, trail and weather conditions before heading out.
• Fill your gas tank as often as possible.
• Bring reliable road and trail maps.
• Pack the 10 Essentials for each person.
• Pack at least a gallon of water per person per day.
• Tell someone where you are going and when you will return.
• Be prepared for extreme weather. Avoid travel on summer afternoons, when temperatures can reach 120 degrees and thunderstorms and flash floods are most common. If caught in a rainstorm, leave low-lying areas immediately. In the mountains, temps can drop below freezing and snow and hail are possible, even in summer. If caught in a lightning storm, seek shelter among trees that are taller than you. Crouch on your pack to avoid lightning ground splash.