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Post by LetsGo on Aug 30, 2016 7:23:58 GMT -8
Hello,
I plan to be in Las Vegas September 11 through 19 and I would like to do a day hike on the 18th. I've never been to the area but from Google-ing a bit, Valley of Fire looks interesting.
First of all, what would people suggest, is Valley of Fire a good hike?
Second, I'd like to find some people who know what they are doing in the area and head out with them. Any suggestions?
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Post by walkswithblackflies on Aug 30, 2016 9:15:47 GMT -8
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Post by rebeccad on Aug 30, 2016 9:45:44 GMT -8
Valley of Fire looks like a place with some real potential if you can be out there at the crack of dawn, and again at sunset. In the middle of the day, even in Sept., it will be hot as hades and the light flat and uninteresting. For people in the area, you can try posting in the appropriate regional section, too. I can't think of any Vegas People off hand, but I don't know everyone on here  Oh--and welcome! |
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Post by BigLoad on Aug 30, 2016 10:06:24 GMT -8
Red Rock State Park is more fun for wandering in the cooler parts of the day. If you're willing to drive a bit more, Mt. Charleston has some good hikes and it's high enough to be comfortable at this time of year.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 11, 2016 14:59:15 GMT -8
I don't know much about the Las Vegas area - but if you have time you could head up US 95 to the Lida Summit area. If you're in good shape climb Magruder Mountain and explore some of the many springs in the area. Indian Spring west of Lida Summit has copious amounts of water and hardly anybody knows about it! Pigeon Spring is pretty nice too. If you're good with maps try to find Kline Spring!
Sincerely,
Tim
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Post by LetsGo on Oct 3, 2016 17:46:46 GMT -8
I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who posted advice here. I ended up spending some time at Spring Mountain Ranch and "hiking" behind it a bit. It was a very short hike but I was the only one up there. I got a chance to just sit there and listen to the wind through the canyon. At the age of 45 I've never been in this type of terrain, it was an incredible feeling.
Anyway, thanks again.
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