Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
They only had availability for camping one night, that turned out to be ok, but the area is kind of interesting- there is one hyper popular loop, that requires a timed reservation to drive into the loop, and one way, when you're done, you're done. No go backs. The landscape is an interesting one with Yucca plants, desert tortoises, and lots of rock climbers. The sandstone formations are super inviting for climbers from all over- that and the sunshine is really nice, even if it's cold.
Some of the conversations I heard between the climber and belay made me want to keep moving, so I wouln’t see the crash.
There are other roads/ areas in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation area that are less restricted, but that takes a bit of sleuthing.
It was a little frustrating to be within 10 miles of Las Vegas, but have no cell service. We’ve been largely without effective cell coverage for quite a while, but in far more remote places. expectations- adjusted!
Red Rock Canyon Nevada
Red Rock Canyon, Nevada
Ginger exploring the boulders of Red Rock Canyon
Susan exploring the Calico Tanks trail, Red Rock Canyon, Nevada- Las Vegas in the background.
Yucca plants, Red Rock Canyon