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Calico Basin
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7 reviews for Calico Basin
7 reviews in English
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Review from Elnino F.
5/16/2012 3 Check-ins Here
Coming from 215 and Charleston, Calico Basin is located just before the Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area. Entry to the Basin is free, with plenty of parking space, and a singular picnic area. The Basin contains multiple hiking trails that range from easy - moderate - to advance. Near the picnic area, a boardwalk loop surrounds the Red Spring meadow providing a light stroll for families. Petroglyphs can also be found along the side of the meadow. I've seen many wedding pictures taken here especially during the winter to spring season.
Looking up, you will see the giant sandstone cliff which resides the Grand Staircase, a moderate to advance trail that contains numerous switchbacks and scrambling. It's easily marked, yet trails become scattered as hikers do not follow the same route. The view from the top is amazing, bring a lunch bag and take in the moment. WARNING: BE CAREFUL GOING DOWN! Make sure to either use the same trail going up or follow the ridge towards the picnic area, do not trail along the opposite area facing Red Rock Canyon. Otherwise, you will experience severe cases of Acrophobia. Returning back to the picnic area is probably the only daunting task while hiking this trail.
Adventurous rock climbers are also welcomed in Calico Basin. Multiple crags are located near and around each trailheads. Just follow the folks with ropes and bouldering pads.
In a nutshell, there are more to explore at Calico Basin than one would think. Go during fall, winter, or spring. Be cautious during the summer season as the temperatures become painfully elevated.Listed in: [ HIKE THIS ]
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Review from Victor A.
I absolutely love Calico Basin.
First of all, it's not that far from my house. Also, it's far enough (and hidden enough) that it keeps the nerds away. Plus my dogs love it, which makes it extra awesome for me.
Really what I love about it is the fact that it's just a naturally awesome place. I like when I go and I hear the birds singing, I see the lizards scamper, and occassionally see a relaxing turtle. It's great. There's nothing "Las Vegas" about it, really.
This place is also equipped with really easy trails as well as picnic tables, little bathrooms, and barbecues.
Come here, bring your kids/dogs (and water bottles), and enjoy it. You'll love it. -
Review from Otis M.
Saratoga Springs, NY
1/26/2012 1 Check-in Here
If you're reading this, take a look at the reviews for Calico Basin Red Spring. That's what everybody is talking about. Calico Basin is the broader area which includes several residential areas that are not open for recreational use. If you want to park, picnic, go for a hike you're looking for Calico Basin Red Spring.
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Review from Norm K.
3/1/2011 5 Check-ins Here
Calico Basin is the name for the whole area at the end of Calico Basin Road. The picnic area and boardwalk there is Red Springs. In total, this is a heavenly piece of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. There are several hiking trails that go from the Calico Basin area, and it's also a lot of fun to just climb the sandstone and explore.
There are petroglyphs along the boardwalk and on the far side of the boardwalk is Red Spring. This is a riparian area that gives the trees and plants in the area the water they need.
This is a wonderful place to go for a picnic, a hike, or to contemplate or read a book. -
Review from Kevin L.
10/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
Calico Springs is beautiful, it's the red rocks the canyon is so named for. We had fun hiking the smooth, red rocks of the canyon and stopping to take pictures of the beautiful scenery. The hike itself was easy/moderate, a great hike!
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Review from H Q.
Placentia, CA
11/20/2009 44 photos
I honestly don't know exactly what this place is officially called, but it's about two miles before the entrance to the Red Rock Conservatory.
It's on the right hand side and you take Calico Basin for about a mile and park in the lot at the end. There's picnic tables and restroom facilities there, too.
The place itself is amazing! If you are too cheap to pay $5 to go to the Conservatory, you can go here and marvel at the mountains and foliage. There's a wood ramp trail that loops around the base of the mountain and the park itself. It's a great place to relax and just sit and stare at the beauty of nature. The people walking around the area are really friendly. Most Naturists seem to be.
Check this place out. Walk around, read the signs and learn something about the desert. It's only about 20 miles North of The Strip and really easy to get to.Listed in: Photography Resources
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Review from Ken M.
Las Vegas, NV
4/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
This is a backdoor to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Entry and parking are free, and there are plenty of entry points and trailheads to pick from. There are also some picnic tables, barbecue pits, restrooms, and so forth. I've come here lots of times to hike since my first visit to Vegas in 1999.
