The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Las Vegas, Nevada (NV)

February 8, 2022 Kelli Reichel

Whether you’re a high roller or a low-key lounger, Las Vegas has something to suit your vacation taste. Sample fare from top chefs and cornucopian buffets, try your luck at one of the world’s premier casinos, or take in a spectacular show. Just wandering the Strip is enough to get your heart pumping. Once you’ve had enough of the razzle-dazzle, wave hello to the toothy sea life at the Mandalay Bay Shark Reef, hike Red Rock Canyon, or visit the Neon Museum, where old signs take on new life.
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1. Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs

Las Vegas, NV http://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/nevada/southern-nevada/goldstrike-canyon
Excellent
77%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
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5.0 based on 77 reviews

Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs

Relax in one of the many hot springs along the trail.

Reviewed By ljoland

We stopped by late in the day and started down the trail and it was like being on a movie set waiting for something creepy to happen. I'm sure there were Sand People from Star Wars watching us. Being smart, we realized that hiking an unknown trail with obvious obstacles late in the day wasn't smart, so we just did a partial hike. Our goal was to find hot springs, so we bravely came back EARLY the next day and were rewarded by being the only people on the trail for a while. Lots of really cool scrambles and rope climbs (I admit I was a little sore the next day) and we took the time to soak in a hot spring. There are several so pick your spring. We brought towels and the right things to wear in our packs. The end of the trail is a huge reward as you are right on the Colorado River with a beautiful view of the memorial bridge by Hoover Dam. Perfect place for a picnic (leave nothing but footprints!!!!). So we highly recommend this trail if you actually like to hike and climb and have common sense. It was a blast.

2. Cathedral Rock Trail

Las Vegas, NV http://alltrails.com/trail/us/nevada/cathedral-rock-trail
Excellent
88%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Cathedral Rock Trail

Reviewed By annabS2927RN

This is a beautiful hike full of breathtaking views. Be sure to bring water and take lots of breaks along the way if you aren’t used to the elevation.

3. Hwy-158

Las Vegas, NV
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Hwy-158

4. Calico Tanks Trail

3205 Nv 159, Las Vegas, NV +1 617-658-9366 http://www.redrockcanyonlv.org/hikes-trails/calico-tanks/
Excellent
84%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 38 reviews

Calico Tanks Trail

Reviewed By whenyourehere - Las Vegas, United States

I personally think this is a hard trail. I went here during the Winter and there was still ice on the rocks so it wasn't hard to slip and fall. Thankfully, no one in my party fell. It took two hours to make it to the end of the trail where you can see the Vegas strip in the distance and one hour to make it back. I recommend to bring some water with you, maybe even snacks if you are prone to hunger. I wore sneakers on this trail and that worked fine.

5. Fantasy Slam Pro Wrestling Fantasy Camp

3855 E Patrick Ln Suite 140, Las Vegas, NV 89120-3960 +1 586-872-6744 [email protected] http://fantasyslamprowrestling.com/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Fantasy Slam Pro Wrestling Fantasy Camp

Safe and Fun for Ages 18-81! Fantasy Slam Pro Wrestling Fantasy Camp is the only place that allows YOU, the wrestling fan, to get in the ring and live your wrestling dreams. Fantasy Slam has created a 2+ hour experience to live your dreams in Vegas! For 2+ hours 4 people will get the opportunity to get in the ring with a former WWE/TNA Wrestler and safely live their wrestling dream.

6. Arizona Hot Springs

601 Nevada Way, Las Vegas, NV 89005-2488 +1 702-293-8990 http://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/hike.htm
Excellent
55%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Arizona Hot Springs

Hike White Rock Canyon scaling 100-foot walls down into the hot springs.

Reviewed By 986phyllisb - North Vernon, United States

Loved it's so much, this is a wonderful trip. Lots of beautiful scenery. We planned a 2 day trip which turned into 1 day trip because of high winds. But I still recommended.

7. Historic Railroad Trail

Las Vegas, NV +1 702-293-8990 http://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/hikerr.htm
Excellent
69%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 176 reviews

Historic Railroad Trail

Areas of this trail were used in the movie "The Gauntlet."

Reviewed By Robbenzhood - Moodus, United States

We left the strip for some fresh air. Nice easy walk, some great tunnels to go through. Bring water and go early. We were done with our walk by 930. Due to Covid, for some reason the end of the trail, where we would be able to see the Hoover dam was closed. This was a little bit of a let down.Not a lot of others on the trail, and plenty of things to take pictures of. Best of all it's free. Then if you have time, stop by Boulder city historic town for a great breakfast and a walk back in time.

8. Desert View Trail

Las Vegas, NV http://www.birdandhike.com/Hike/Mt_Char/Desert_View/_DesertView.htm
Excellent
33%
Good
67%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3 reviews

Desert View Trail

9. Mary Jane Falls Trail

Las Vegas, NV +1 888-559-1888 http://mtcharlestonresort.com/mount-charleston-nevada/mt-charleston-hike-ski-weather/hikes-in-las-vegas.php
Excellent
65%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 72 reviews

Mary Jane Falls Trail

Reviewed By karenpStLouis - Saint Louis, United States

Make sure you take water...elevation over 8000 ft when you get to the top! Also very rocky...we had hiking boots and I wouldn't recommend wearing anything but!!

10. Northshore Drive

Las Vegas, NV
Excellent
40%
Good
60%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

Northshore Drive

Reviewed By Bobby31225 - Fort Mohave, United States

I drove along the west side of Lake Mead for 5 days while camping at two different campgrounds. Really a pretty drive. Lots to see and look at. Worth doing!!

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