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Red Rock Canyon Tour
About The Tour
Red Rock Canyon is located just 15 miles west of Downtown Las Vegas, yet you’ll feel like you’re worlds away. On your visit, you’ll be surrounded by mountains, desert, canyons and wildlife. With a magnificent Scenic Drive, you can motor from one overlook and trailhead to the next while listening to Shaka Guide stories about the history, geology, plant and wildlife all around you. So pack a picnic, fill up your gas tank, and take a road trip out to Red Rock Canyon
• Hike at Sandstone Quarry
• Picnic at Willow Spring
• See petroglyphs at The Petroglyph Wall Trail
• Walk past the Joshua Trees on your way to a sweeping view of the canyon at Red Rock Overlook
• Hike at Sandstone Quarry
• Picnic at Willow Spring
• See petroglyphs at The Petroglyph Wall Trail
• Walk past the Joshua Trees on your way to a sweeping view of the canyon at Red Rock Overlook
About the tour
Red Rock Canyon is located just 15 miles west of Downtown Las Vegas, yet you’ll feel like you’re worlds away. On your visit, you’ll be surrounded by mountains, desert, canyons and wildlife. With a magnificent Scenic Drive, you can motor from one overlook and trailhead to the next while listening to Shaka Guide stories about the history, geology, plant and wildlife all around you. So pack a picnic, fill up your gas tank, and take a road trip out to Red Rock Canyon
• Hike at Sandstone Quarry
• Picnic at Willow Spring
• See petroglyphs at The Petroglyph Wall Trail
• Walk past the Joshua Trees on your way to a sweeping view of the canyon at Red Rock Overlook
• Hike at Sandstone Quarry
• Picnic at Willow Spring
• See petroglyphs at The Petroglyph Wall Trail
• Walk past the Joshua Trees on your way to a sweeping view of the canyon at Red Rock Overlook
STARTING POINTS
-Summerlin, NV
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 8:00 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
-Summerlin, NV
RECOMMENDED START TIME: Before 8:00 a.m.
OUR SHAKA PROMISE
• Reliable customer support
• Tours crafted by real people
• Satisfaction guaranteed
• Tours never expire
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Red Rock Canyon Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Jackson the Burro
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High Point Overlook
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Red Rock Wash Overlook
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Red Rock Overlook
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Red Rock Canyon Visitor Center
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Red Rock Canyon Sign
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Red Spring Boardwalk
Meet the Creators
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Red Rock Canyon Tour
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Lizzie Gerecitano
Writer
Favorite Quote:
“The purpose of life is to live it, to taste it, to experience it to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experiences.” - Eleanor Roosevelt
Adam Kampe
Producer
Favorite Quote:
"Don't Think Twice, It's Alright." - Bob Dylan
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Red Rock Canyon Tour
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Red Rock Canyon Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Important Update!
Hi Shaka Guiders,
Red Rock’s Scenic Drive is open, with colorful cliffs, sweeping overlooks and walks that let you get a closer look at the desert. Plan a full day, around 6–8 hours, if you combine the drive with several walks, photo stops and a picnic; a drive-focused visit will be shorter.
One advance-planning step matters: timed-entry reservations are required October 1–May 31 for arrival between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Reserve your arrival time through official Red Rock Scenic Drive bookings. The entrance fee is separate, and purchasing our audio tour does not reserve entry.
Check BLM’s current access and operating information while planning and again before departure. Bring water, pick walks that suit your day, and leave time for a favorite viewpoint. We’ll bring the desert’s stories along for the ride!
Lizzie
Red Rock Canyon tour writer
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Red Rock Canyon Tour go?
This tour has 16 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!
2. What should I pack for the Red Rock Canyon Tour?
Car Charger/ phone mount - very important!
Layered Clothing - easy on and off layers are a must for changing desert temperatures.
Water bottle(s) - bring multiple, there’s nowhere to fill up your bottle
Hiking boots/ sneakers
Sunscreen protection - sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, long sleeves, long pants
Snacks/ picnic lunch - there’s nowhere to get food in the park
Bug spray
Camera
Hand sanitizer/ wet wipes - there’s no running water in the park
Layered Clothing - easy on and off layers are a must for changing desert temperatures.
Water bottle(s) - bring multiple, there’s nowhere to fill up your bottle
Hiking boots/ sneakers
Sunscreen protection - sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, long sleeves, long pants
Snacks/ picnic lunch - there’s nowhere to get food in the park
Bug spray
Camera
Hand sanitizer/ wet wipes - there’s no running water in the park
3. What should I budget for the Red Rock Canyon Tour?
$15 per car - one-day entry to Red Rock Canyon
$50 per car - full tank of gas
$10-15 per person - picnic lunch, snacks, water and souvenirs
$50 per car - full tank of gas
$10-15 per person - picnic lunch, snacks, water and souvenirs
4. What are Red Rock Canyon’s operating hours?
The Scenic Drive and trails close at sunset. The Visitor Center closes at 4:30 pm
5. Do I need a reservation to visit Red Rock Canyon?
Red Rock Canyon requires a reservation to get in between October 1st and May 31st, for entry between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. For a timed entry reservation click here.
Since the Scenic Drive portion of the tour is a one-way loop, you cannot backtrack if you pass a stop along the route. So if you skip a stop, or want to revisit a stop later in the day, you'd have to make another reservation (if one is still available) in order to go back around the Scenic Drive to reach it.
If you are entering Red Rock Canyon between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., you do not need a reservation. Nor do you need a reservation between June 1st and September 30th.
Since the Scenic Drive portion of the tour is a one-way loop, you cannot backtrack if you pass a stop along the route. So if you skip a stop, or want to revisit a stop later in the day, you'd have to make another reservation (if one is still available) in order to go back around the Scenic Drive to reach it.
If you are entering Red Rock Canyon between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., you do not need a reservation. Nor do you need a reservation between June 1st and September 30th.
6. Can I join the Red Rock Canyon Tour en route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
7. Can I take the Red Rock Canyon Tour in the opposite direction?
No. This tour can only be done in one direction.
8. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
9. Other Questions? Contact Us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.