January 24, 2014 by Don Axford
The Red Rock Canyon NCA is a spectacular scenic area to the west of Las Vegas, Nevada.
From the Visitor Center there is a 13 mile scenic drive that winds through the reserve. There are numerous scenic overlooks and trails … Read the rest
January 24, 2014 by Don Axford
The Ice Box Canyon trail crosses open desert and then enters the canyon.
This trail is a good summer hike as the canyon is in the shade and quite cool.
Overall rating = moderate
Distance: 2.6 miles total … Read the rest
January 24, 2014 by Don Axford
The most significant geologic feature of Red Rock Canyon NCA is the Keystone Thrust Fault. The Keystone Thrust is part of a large system of thrust faults that extend north into Canada. A thrust fault is a fracture in the … Read the rest