Valley of Fire State Park

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Welcome to the official page for Valley of Fire State Park. Park Hours: Sunrise-Sunset. Visitor Center Hours: 9am-4pm
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10/30/2026

10/30 NEW UPDATE TO WEST ENTRANCE/EXIT CLOSURE:
10/30-11/1 (Friday through Sunday)
Western access to the park, via Exit 75 off I-15, continues to be CLOSED for both entrance and exit Monday-Thursday. See below for changes to the weekend schedule.

Western access into the park, via Exit 75 off I-15, will be *ENTRANCE ONLY* from 7am until 5pm on the dates listed above. Guests are required to exit from the east side of the park during this time.
After 5pm and before 7am, guests may both enter and/or exit from the West; single lane traffic will be managed via stoplight (pictured here).

Eastern access to the park, via Exit 93 off the I-15 or through Lake Mead National Recreation Area, remains open for both entrance and exit from the Park at all times/days.

10/23/2026

UPDATE TO WEST ENTRANCE/EXIT CLOSURE:
10/23-10/25 (Friday through Sunday)
Western access to the park, via Exit 75 off I-15, continues to be CLOSED for both entrance and exit Monday-Thursday. See below for changes to the weekend schedule.

Western access into the park, via Exit 75 off I-15, will be *ENTRANCE ONLY* from 7am until 5pm on the dates listed above. Guests are required to exit from the east side of the park during this time.
After 5pm and before 7am, guests may both enter and/or exit from the West; single lane traffic will be managed via stoplight (pictured here).

Eastern access to the park, via Exit 93 off the I-15 or through Lake Mead National Recreation Area, remains open for both entrance and exit from the Park at all times/days.

10/09/2026

Sorry for the short notice! We're expecting to see between 5 and 10 meteors per hour and would love the share the experience with you on a self-guided night hike.

No reservation required!

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DATE: Friday, October 9

TIME: Guests may arrive no later than 9pm and *must be back in their vehicles no later than 10pm.*
You’re welcome to enter and explore the park during the day and end with this hike. 😊

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LOCATION: Fire Wave Trail;
Parking Lot ‘P3’ ~5 miles north of the OLD Visitor Center.

DIRECTIONS*: Set your destination "Fire Wave Trailhead" in Overton, Nevada. BOTH the West and East Entrances to the park will be OPEN on Friday. The turnoff towards the trailhead is around 4 miles from either entrance.

*If you’re coming from Vegas on I-15N, use Exit 75 even if your map app tells you the road is closed. Our West Entrance is Closed Monday-Thursday, but OPEN Friday-Sunday. Many map apps haven't figured out the schedule and may try to route you to Exit 93).

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DETAILS: Tealights guide the way on the 1.5 mile (0.75 miles out, 0.75 miles back) hike to the Fire Wave formation.
The trail is over loose sand and rough, rocky terrain. There is one area with stone steps.

COST: Included with regular park entry fees, which can be paid at the kiosks at either entrance.

MUST KNOW: We are ONLY doing the out-and-back trail to Fire Wave, not the full Seven Wonders Loop or any other trail.
Since this event is occurring on the new moon, it will be DARK. (A fun comparison for those of you who’ve done a full moon hike with us before!)

WHAT TO BRING: Water, proper hiking shoes, and a flashlight with a red, blue, or green setting (these colors are less disruptive to others and help preserve your night vision).
Guests may also bring chairs, blankets, etc. to sit and observe the night sky! Telescopes are also welcome.

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CONTACT: Email [email protected] if you have any questions.

09/09/2026

Need a fun stop on your way to Valley of Fire? Especially for those of you coming from Las Vegas when our West Entrance off Exit 75 is Closed during the week, this is a great option!

Lost City Museum is along the way when traveling to Valley of Fire via Exit 93 off I-15. Only fifteen minutes north of Valley of Fire's East Entrance, the Lost City Museum features an actual archaeological site, historic materials and artifacts, a replica Native American pithouse, replica pueblos, and local art.

Their gift shop carries Native American jewelry, pottery, Kachinas, sand paintings, dream catchers, and much more.

Be sure to check it out on your travels to/from VoF!

Museum Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Tuesday-Sunday.
The museum is closed on Mondays.
Admission is $8 for Adults & Seniors and Free for Children 17 & Under.

721 S Moapa Valley Blvd
Overton, NV 89040

https://www.lostcitymuseum.org/

09/04/2026

The West Entrance/Exit will be OPEN on Monday, September 7 due to the Labor Day holiday.

It will be closed again Tuesday-Thursday as we resume construction. The following week we return to the Monday-Thursday closure. The West Entrance/Exit remains open Friday-Sunday.

Guests coming to the park from I-15 should use Exit 93 on days the closure is in effect, but may use either Exit 93 or Exit 75 on days where construction is not taking place.

08/27/2026

Coming to Valley of Fire on a weekday? Please note the Park can NOT be accessed from Exit 75 on the I-15!
Instead, take Exit 93 from I-15, or drive through Lake Mead National Recreation Area, to access Valley of Fire from the East entrance/exit.

Navigation aids have been sending many of our visitors to West side of the park, which is CLOSED Monday-Thursday until further notice.

Here we are posting photos of the road closure sign that was placed off Exit 75 at the border of the travel plaza area (before mile marker 1) as drivers head towards the Park. Some people are missing this sign, which was placed here during the first week of construction.
Be on the lookout! If you see these views when following your GPS, you may have taken the wrong exit.

08/27/2026

Beginning August 3, 2026, the West Entrance at Valley of Fire State Park will be temporarily closed Monday through Thursday to allow for construction of a new entrance lane and additional fee booth. The project is designed to improve park access and reduce wait times for visitors.

The West Entrance will remain open Friday through Sunday under normal operating hours.

Visitors planning to visit the park Monday through Thursday should enter through the East Entrance, which can be accessed via State Route 169 or State Route 167. From I-15, take Exit 93 through Overton.

Construction is expected to continue through the end of 2026. We appreciate your patience as we work to improve the visitor experience.

07/22/2026

Join one of our Rangers on an educational guided hike down the simple but sandy Mouse's Tank Trail on the night before the full moon.

Need to Know:
The trail 0.75mi/1.2km trail is over loose sand and rough terrain.

What to Bring:
A flashlight with a red, blue, or green setting.
Water.
Comfortable shoes.

What to Expect:
A guided hike with a group of people.
Multiple stops for activities and learning.

Fees & Registration:
No additional fee required; included with regular park entry fees.
Park fees: $10/vehicle (NV residents) / $15/vehicle (non-NV residents)

Contact:
[email protected]
(702)397-2088

Address

29450 Valley Of Fire Road
Overton, NV
89040

Telephone

(702) 397-2088

Website

http://linktr.ee/nvstateparks

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