Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Valley of Fire State Park ~ Nevada

After you've run out of money in Vegas, take the 60 mile trip northeast to visit Valley of Fire State Park (VFSP). Other than gas money and a $7 entry fee...this portion of your Vegas vacation may actually save you money.

My favorite National and State Parks are ones that allow the visitor to get their hands dirty. There are no "off limits" areas in VFSP. My wife and I were able to climb and hike everywhere in the park. Not seeing a sign that reads "stay on designated trails" means you are in a great park. How can you explore an area if you are only allowed in designated areas?


Valley of Fire State Park is Nevada's oldest


The park was dedicated in 1935


The park covers 34,880 acres

To get to the park...travel 60 miles northeast from Vegas on Interstate 15


The park entry passes through the Moapa Indian Reservation

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