Valley of Fire State Park

Valley of Fire State Park
P.O. Box 515
Overton, NV

It just takes one look at the dark red sandstone rock formations and grey limestone mountains to be able to tell how the Valley of Fire got its name. Millions of years ago a shift in the Earth's crust combined with wind and water erosion to form the rock domes, pillars, beehives and other rock formations.

A mile stretch of road lets visitors to get up close and personal with things such as ther Beehives, Arch Rock and Piano Rock.

A quarter mile from the road is a natural basin known as Mouse's Tank. This area was named after an American Indian who used it as a hideout in the 1890's.

Fire Canyon is the perfect place for those that want to spend a little bit more time getting acquainted with the park and its various formations. The trail spans three miles and offers some of the most breathtaking views of the red sandstone.

The Visitor's center is the perfect place to get your day started. The center has maps, picnic areas and campgrounds. The center also has information on the wildlife that can be found in the park as well as a complete history on the rock formations.

For those that are looking to do something outside of Vegas while still taking in some of the natural beauty of the desert, then the Valley of Fire is the place you want to go.