Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Clark County, NV
Point-to-point trail in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Clark County, NV. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 12.1 mi (19.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,339 ft (408 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 35 min
- High point
- 4,780 ft (1,457 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint: Calico I 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Calico II 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
- Bike repair station 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: High Point Overlook 4.3 mi (7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Ice Box Canyon 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Red Rock Wash Overlook 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway
How long is Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway is 12.1 mi (19.5 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 35 min. It climbs 1,339 ft (408 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,780 ft (1,457 m).
How hard is Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
15 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 1 mi (1.6 km), 1.5 mi (2.4 km), 7.5 mi (12.1 km).
Is Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Is this a good week for Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Red Rock Canyon Back Country Byway
- Calico Hills Trail Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Moderate · 5.9 mi (9.6 km)
- Grand Circle Loop Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Hard · 7.3 mi (11.7 km)
- Santeria D.H. Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Moenkopi Loop Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Bob Gnarly Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Expert · 3.3 mi (5.4 km)
- Rock Climbers Approach Trail Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Calico Basin Trail Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.2 km)
- Bomb Voyage (Extreme) Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area · Expert · 4.8 mi (7.7 km)
More hikes in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
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