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Valley of Fire State Park is one of the best day trips from Las Vegas — about an hour away, with red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, and easy hikes like the Fire Wave and White Domes.
Evolution Expeditions runs guided kayak tours from Boulder City to Emerald Cave, Black Canyon, and the base of Hoover Dam on the Colorado River near Las Vegas.
Where to play recreational grass and sand volleyball in Las Vegas — from Gardens Park in Summerlin to Sunset Park’s sand courts, plus the top meetups and adult leagues.
Free and cheap things to do in Las Vegas, from free Strip shows and casino reward apps to comps, weekday deals, and money-saving tips from a lifelong local.
A lifelong local’s guide to the best annual Easter egg hunts and spring events around Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, and Lake Las Vegas — park hunts, a bunny train, a pool egg dive, and where to find the Easter Bunny.
Where to go axe throwing in Las Vegas — three local spots worth booking, who each one is best for, and a few other fun ways to play in the valley. A lifelong Las Vegan’s honest guide.