Accessible via gravel roads within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, this Bureau of Land Management campground operates from September through June when desert temperatures become manageable. The 58 sites accommodate both tent campers and RVs up to 45 feet, with reservations available through the standard booking system at $15 per night for individual sites.
Most sites feature covered picnic areas with metal tables, fire rings with grills, and designated tent pads filled with sand to create level sleeping surfaces on the rocky terrain. Lee D. notes the campground hosts "made daily rounds and were very friendly" during their third season managing the facility. Vault toilets appear throughout the campground with solar lighting, while drinking water spigots provide reliable access near restroom facilities.
Rock climbers dominate the campground during peak season, creating an energetic atmosphere as international visitors gather before dawn to access nearby climbing routes. The scenic drive entrance sits just five minutes away, though timed entry permits are required from October through May for visitors entering after 8 AM. Cell service remains minimal throughout most of the campground, requiring a short drive toward the highway for reliable connectivity.
Wind exposure affects all sites due to the open desert setting, and Jordan R. describes tent pads as "basically big wooden sandboxes that do not fit many tents above 6 people." The RV section sits separately from tent sites in a lower area with less dramatic views. Grocery stores and restaurants operate within ten minutes on the main road toward Las Vegas, providing convenient resupply options for extended stays. Campers seeking additional overnight options can explore campgrounds near Blue Diamond for variety in the broader region.
Description
Overview
Red Rock Canyon's standard, RV, and group campsites are located in the stunning Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, an approximate 20 mile drive from "The Las Vegas Strip." Visitors enjoy hiking, rock climbing, bike riding and scenic driving in this unique Mojave Desert environment. Note: If visitors would like to visit the scenic drive, they must have a separate timed entry reservation for each day they plan to enter the scenic drive. Reservations are required October 1 to May 31, 8am -5pm.
Recreation
The Red Rock Scenic Drive & Visitor Center is located 3 miles from the campground. If visitors would like to visit the scenic drive, they must have a separate timed entry reservation for each day they plan to enter the scenic drive. Reservations are required October 1 to May 31, 8am -5pm. Red Spring/Calico Basin is located 2 miles from the campground and is a no fee area and does not require a reservation. Activities available are miles of hiking trails, rock climbing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and road biking. Guided hikes and educational programs available on certain days at the Visitors Center.
Facilities
Our campground facilities are as follows: 53 individual standard sites with a max of 10 people and 2 vehicles are allowed per site. All standard sites contain picnic tables, grills, and firepits. Grills and firepits available only as fire restrictions allow. Some individual standard sites have shaded picnic table areas. Common vault toilets, trashcans, and drinking water are provided. 3 fully accessible campsites. At these sites, in addition to the parking spot having a concrete surface, as they do at most of the other sites at the facility, there are concrete pathways leading to the restrooms, which are all accessible. 10 walk-to sites with a max of 1 tent and 1 vehicle per site. All walk-to sites contain picnic tables and grills. Grills available only as fire restrictions allow. Common vault toilets, trashcans, and drinking water are provided. 6 RV Sites which have room for 1 RV and 1 vehicle per site. Common vault toilets, trashcans, and drinking water are provided. There are no hookup services (electrical, propane/gas, water tank filling, or grey/black water disposal). 7 large group sites can accommodate up to 50 people and 8 vehicles per site. All group sites have a shaded picnic table area. Each group site is primarily tenting with 10 individual small tent areas. Common vault toilets, trashcans, and drinking water are provided nearby. Grills and campfire circles available only as fire restrictions allow. Parking is limited to the campsite's designated parking. There are no extra parking areas and no Day Use Area in the campground. All campsites must be reserved online at Recreation.gov
Natural Features
Explore the peak tops, rolling sandstone ridges, steep walled canyons which highlight special wildlife, vegetation, and cultural history. The campground is in a quiet bowl near some of the most popular rock climbing destinations in the country, providing privacy with limited shade.
Nearby Attractions
Spring Mountain Ranch State Park (10 minutes) Springs Preserve (20 minutes) Floyd Lamb Park (30 minutes) Desert National Wildlife Refuge (35 minutes) Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve (40 minutes) Mt Charleston/Spring Mountain Visitor Gateway (45 minutes) Hoover Dam (1 hour) Lake Mead National Recreation Area (1 hour) Valley of Fire (1 hour) Grand Canyon West (2.5 hours)
Charges & Cancellations
Red Rock Canyon NCAChanges or Modifying a ReservationIf your new stay dates are completely different from your original stay dates, there is a $10 change fee (per reserved site). There are no additional fees for:Adding or removing nights (leaving early) to your stay.Changing to a different campsite.No ShowsVisitors have until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date to check in without being considered a no-show customer. No-show customers will forfeit your recreation fees paid unless requested thru recreation.gov. Refunds requested thru recreation.gov for no shows will be charged a $20.00 no-show fee and first night's recreation use fee for the campsiteCancellationsYou can cancel the reservation any time the day before of your scheduled arrival date. You will receive a refund for your stay, minus the following fees:$10 cancellation feeAny reservation fees (only if paid when booking)Any previous change feesLate cancellation fees (if applicable) of your first night's recreation use feeCanceling the day before your scheduled arrival date for individual or RV sites is considered a late cancellation.Canceling within 14 days before your scheduled arrival date for group sites is considered a late cancellation.Canceling the day of your scheduled arrival date or later is considered a no show. No-show visitors will be charged a $20.00 no-show fee, and first night's recreation use fee for the campsite.*Any changes or cancellations made to your stay on your expected check-in day are not possible through My Reservations and on-site personnel may not be able to assist. Requests will need to be made thru recreation.gov and the field office has to approve.
Fee Info
Standard and RV sites: $34.00 for reservations made through call center; $33.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov. Walk-to sites: $21.00 for reservations made through call center; $20.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov. Group Sites: $89.00 for reservations made through call center; $88.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov. America the Beautiful Senior Lifetime Passes and Access Pass holders receive 50% discount on camping fees for standard individual and RV sites only (discount not available on walk-to and group sites). Passholder must be onsite.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRed Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is located in Nevada near Blue Diamond
Directions
The Red Rock Canyon campground is located at 3293 Moenkopi Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89161. To get there from Clark County 215 Beltway west, take the Charleston Blvd. exit (exit #26) and head west. Drive 3.5 miles to Moenkopi Rd. Turn south on Moenkopi Rd. and drive for a mile (past the BLM Fire Station). Physical Address: Moenkopi Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89161. If you are using a mapping application search for \"Red Rock Canyon Campground, Las Vegas, NV.\"
Address
3293 Moenkopi Rd
Las vegas, NV 89161
Coordinates
36.1313889 N
115.3838889 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 16 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 1 hr 53 min from St. George, UT
- 2 hrs 31 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 3 hrs 55 min from Prescott Valley, AZ





































































