About this place
- Horizon
- Partial Obstructions
- Region
- Southern Nevada
Curated observing site
Red Rock Canyon NCA
Southern Nevada · Rural / suburban transition skies
Designation & sky
- Type
- Observing Site
- Sky quality
- Bortle 4 · Rural / suburban transition
Access & field notes
- Access
- Limited Hours
- Drive time
- 3h 45m
- Cell signal
- Moderate
- Amenities
- Scenic loop · Restrooms · Visitor center
- Safety
- Near Las Vegas with some light dome to the east. Western horizon is clean.
Official links
Verify hours, access, and current conditions before you go.
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