What we’re about
WELCOME!
VegasHikers is the premier hiking group in the Desert Southwest! We take more hikes to more places and have the friendliest, most welcoming organizers of any group around. We feature hikes for all skill levels, road trips, camping, and social gatherings. We have events at a huge variety of times, places, and days. We even hike at night! With dozens of organizers and an average of more than an event a day, you're sure to find activities to suit your fancy.
KNOW YOUR LIMITS.
Our organizers are not tour guides, we're not rangers. Going out with us is the same as going out with a few friends. Expect the same risks, take the same precautions. As organizers, we will do our best to give accurate descriptions of the hikes we post. If you're a beginning hiker, a hike's elevation and distance may not mean much to you. Likewise, difficulty ratings are subjective, and a hike that is "easy" to one person may be "moderate" to another. Err on the side of caution. You're much better off going on a hike that's too easy for you than a hike that's too hard or too dangerous for you. As you go on more hikes with us, you'll become more familiar with our ratings and our descriptions, and you'll learn more about your own limits. Ultimately, it's up to you to keep yourself safe out there. You're an adult. Hike within your abilities.
DUES/FEES
There are no membership dues to be a part of this group. It does take money to pay for this site, fill up first aid kits, and keep organizers prepared, so we gladly take donations any time they're offered.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Our group can be defined by five terms, which help guide every decision we make. They are as follows:
- All are welcome
- We hike together
- We come prepared
- We're all adults
- We appreciate the outdoors
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Half DomeNeeds location
We will leave Las Vegas on Thursday to drive to Yosemite and summit Half Dome on Friday. Return to Las Vegas on Saturday.
Stats:
Elevation ~ 8,839'
Time ~ +/- 12 hours
Distance ~ 14-17 miles
Elevation gain ~ +/- 4,800'
difficulty ~ veryHalf Dome’s uniquely identifiable face stands proudly over the eastern end of Yosemite Valley. The trail to Half Dome from Yosemite Valley is an extremely steep and strenuous hike covering over 14-16 miles. Hikers gain 4,800 feet of elevation along the trail that passes highlights such as Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall, before reaching the cables on Half Dome’s steep granite domes. Steel cable handrails and wooden planks are set up along the dome to assist hikers to the summit in the summer months.
Please note the following:
- Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being.
- By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. You further agree that you assume the risk of negligence by the organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event.
- All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests.
- By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.
Not open - Charleston Series: Lee PeakSanta Fe Station Hotel and Casino (East Parking Garage - 3rd Floor), Las Vegas, NV
*THIS EVENT IS FULL*
Please read the entire hike description. Got questions? text Liz 702-496-2455
✨Welcome to the 11th Annual Charleston Series✨
These hikes get progressively harder each week in mileage, elevation gain & altitude designed to train up for long-distance high-altitude hikes. For those unfamiliar with hiking at higher elevations, guidance & tips will be provided on pace, breathing, gear, food/liquid, trail etiquette, and preparations.A secondary benefit is carpooling, hiking & tailgating with many of the same people each week enables you to develop friendships & trust in each other which you will need as the hikes get harder.
To date, 155 hikers have used this training series to reach Charleston Peak for the first time - will your name be added to the list this year? A pin is available for those who participate in the series & reach the summit of Charleston Peak.
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Subscribe to the magazine here: VegasHikers Magazine sign-upBy now, you know the routine & expectations: the last few hikes are hard. Eat a good breakfast, stay hydrated during the week, avoid strenuous leg work the day before, & bring a rested body & positive mindset!
📌 Starting at North Loop Trail, we hike to Raintree, over to Trail Canyon Junction, turn right, hike to Helicopter pad & ultimately Lee Peak. Expect this to be a long day covering significant distance; an excellent precursor to Charleston Peak.
HIKE QUICK STATS:
- Trailhead: Wildhorse Canyon
- Distance: ≈17 miles
- Elevation Gain: ≈4,900 feet
- Elevation at Peak: 11,289 feet
- Altitude: between 8,417 and 11,289 feet
- Difficulty/pace: extremely strenuous/moderate
- Class: 1
- Exposure: None
- Duration: 12 hours (includes hiking, driving & short tailgate)
- No guests, children/minors, canines, or event crashers please!
- All attendees must be members of VegasHikers. It only takes a couple of minutes to sign up and it's FREE.
GEAR:
- Hiking boots or trail shoes are required
- Trekking poles are very helpful
- Minimum 3L of water, sun protection, snacks & electrolytes
- Pack a windbreaker, poncho or rain jacket, warm gloves & hat due to the threat of thunderstorms during monsoon season. Umbrella or pack cover is optional.
CARPOOL LOCATION:
Please arrive at the garage before 5:15am. Meet in Santa Fe Casino East parking garage 3rd floor, turn left, section 3F. There are two garages; one is visible from Hwy 95 (that is the wrong garage); the other is near the intersection of Lone Mtn Road & Rancho (that's the correct garage). We will form carpools & drive to the trailhead.TAILGATE:
An after hike potluck; social gathering with food and drink. Bring a camp chair. A link for the food signup sheet will be provided in the Comments a few days before the hike.FAQs:
- Do I need to attend every hike? No
- Do I need to be in good shape to start the series? Yes, a reasonable amount of fitness is required.
- Do I need to carpool? Yes, it is socially responsible & parking is limited.
- Do I need to stay for tailgating? Yes, at least a portion of it.
- Do I need to bring something for the tailgate? No, it’s voluntary, but please contribute in some manner, such as setup, cleanup, monetary donation, etc.
Remaining hike for Charleston Series:
- Sat 8/3: Charleston Peak
•• Disclaimer ••
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.Not open