Bowl of Fire Exploratory Hike (+Redstone Dune)

Escape the crowded Valley of Fire with an area that I like to call 'Little Valley of Fire', with amazing formations completely off the beaten path. Now is the PERFECT time of year to venture into such a hot region.

The Bowl of Fire is a unique geological area in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Nevada, known for its striking red, orange, and yellow sandstone formations that resemble a fiery bowl. This area, part of the Muddy Mountains Wilderness, is characterized by its eroded, sculpted rocks, including pinnacles, arches, and caves, all created from ancient, frozen sand dunes from the Jurassic era. Hikers can explore the area, though it is considered a backcountry experience that requires route-finding skills and caution.

AFTERWARDS (OPTIONAL) - Redstone Dune is 15 minutes down the road (a roadside parking lot with restrooms). We can go there after and explore more formations via a short 0.5mi loop.

This trip is exclusively for those with high clearance AWD vehicles or better, as the trail demands high-clearance vehicles and trail driving experience. If you do not have an appropriate vehicle, please message another member to coordinate a ride before joining the event.

MEETUP INFO:
We will meet at 9am at the Callville Wash N Rd Trailhead (NOT the Northshore Dr Trailhead- as that adds 1.5mi to our hike).

This is around a 1 hour drive from Las Vegas, so please plan accordingly to arrive on time. Add in a few extra minutes to pay the entry fee (below) as there is often a line of vehicles on weekend mornings.

Note: Here is where gravel road starts from Northshore Rd. I recommend setting your GPS there first, as GPS does not recognize Callville Rd as drivable and will put you on Northshore Rd and send you walking otherwise.

MEETUP FEES:
There is a $25 fee (per vehicle) to enter Lake Mead National Recreation Area. There are kiosks at the entrances where you can pay this charge. If you have an America the Beautiful pass that will cover this entrance fee.

There is no additional Meetup fee for this event.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
This event requires a strenuous hike carrying your gear around 3 miles across a variety of desert surfaces including loose sand, dirt, and gravel. The trail doesn't have a lot of elevation (around 100-200ft on the main trail across 3 miles), however exploratory parts into rock formations that are optional will require some scrambling knowledge and elevation. This hike is exposed to the sun for the majority of the time (with shade under rock formations further in), so bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and a hat!

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