In Las Vegas if you get tired of the bright lights, smoke and slot machines, you can drive 41 miles east of Las Vegas to Valley of Fire State Park. With The Muddy Mountains and white and red rocks its a perfect escape from the city where one can relax while enjoying a beautiful natural preserve.

Several of the spots are a hike, a few more challenging then others but if I was able to make the hike so it couldn’t be too difficult.

Entrance to the park is $10.00 per car load be sure to get a map and stop at the visitor center for some history of the area as well as suggestions of what to see depending on the amount of time you have to spend.

A travel hint for Vegas, renting a car for your entire stay can be pricey between the car, gas and parking at your hotel. Many rental companies have locations downtown or in hotels, you will still need to reserve in advance but a one day rental so you can catch out the surrounding beauty of Vegas.