The thirteen mile scenic drive is one way and starts off of Route 159, west of Las Vegas. Stop at the small visitor center and get a map which has all of the parking areas and trails marked. There are 23 trails along the scenic drive with varying degrees of difficulty.
The visitor center is accessible but the accessible parking area is not large enough for RVs. The RV parking area is down a steep hill so visitors with mobility problems may wish to be dropped off at the entrance. Very little along the scenery drive is accessible however the scenery is beautiful - rounded mounds of red and tan sandstone contrasting with rugged, gray limestone - so it's worth the trip. The Calico 1 parking area is large enough for RVs. The overlook walkway and interpretive signs are accessible. The High Point Overlook and interpretive signs are accessible. The Petroglyph Wall Trail is paved and accessible with assistance but the parking area is not large enough for RVs.
The road is winding and hilly but any RV can be driven along it. Most of the parking areas are small though so if you plan on stopping for hikes a smaller vehicle would be best.
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Such a great place to visit. Jimmy and I rode our bikes thru the canyon. The 6-1/2 mile uphill was killer, but the 6-1/2 mile downhill? Wheee! I'd love to return and do some exploring there.
ReplyDeleteIt is a great place! We've been driving right by it for years - glad we finally visited,
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