Las Vegas is a wonderful city for tourism. It has been a fixture for the last 100 years as far as a place to go to enjoy yourself, and offers entertainment for nearly anyone at any price. The one thing Las Vegas is less well known for is outdoor activities, and even though many tourists are only thinking about casinos, there are actually quite a few hiking and outdoor activities that can be had within only a short trip from the city. While Red Rock Canyon is the most obvious because it is within only a few miles of downtown, there are actually quite a few national parks within a few hours drive from the city. Death Valley is very well knows as a destination to travel to from Las Vegas, primarily because those coming from California will actually pass parts of it on the way. While some might never think to stop because they have heard it is just a big area that is dry and hot, Death Valley National Park is actually one of the most unique and diverse climates in the world. It should be experienced by anyone interested in extreme weather, and how plants and animals adapt to extremes. It is far from desolate, and the residents have created modifications over thousands of years that allow them to thrive in the extreme heat with little water.
Zion Canyon National Park is only 2.5 hours drive from Las Vegas, and presents one of the best experiences in the American southwest for hiking and sightseeing. The canyon is absolutely breathtaking, and you will find it hard to believe that you are such a short drive from the city lights. Angel's Landing is some of the best hiking in the United States, so if you are an avid hiker or just a casual tourist who would like to see the unspoiled beauty of Zion, book a trip during your next vacation.
Additional parks that are within a 4 hour drive or so are Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon. Antelope Canyon is also in the vicinity of these other parks, but needs a guided tour and good weather to be visited. All these national parks have their own unique aspects that are totally different. Bryce has hoodoos that are not found at any of the other areas, Monument Valley has one of the most dramatic landscapes on earth and the Grand Canyon is considered a wonder of the world. These are all within a few hours drive of your hotel room in Las Vegas, so why not tour some National Parks on your next vacation?
If you are interested in touring National Parks from Las Vegas, it is best to let a professional company lead the way. You get to rest during the driving portions of the trip and are shuttled to the best areas of each park to explore and hike. Contact Bindlestiff Tours to find out more.
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