About us
Welcome to LVHikers
Thank you for joining LVHikers!
This group is free to join!
This group is very diverse and dynamic, and will host many hikes that include hiking, exploring, and having fun in Las Vegas' own backyard.
Red Rock, Late Night Trail, Mt. Charleston, Lake Mead, and the surrounding areas, including and not limited to Arizona Hot Springs.
Looking to grow this group of members who love and appreciate the outdoors. Let's grow this group so we can continue exploring and sharing our adventures!
We have hikes of all levels and welcome everyone!
- Everyone is welcome
- All fitness levels are welcome; make sure to read each event/hike description carefully so you are fully informed.
- Be sure to check daily for hikes and events.
- Be sure to tell your friends/family about this amazing group!
- We will respect everyone.
My name is Paul Thomas, and I am looking for a few organizers who love leading hikes and sharing their love of the outdoors with everyone. If you know many trails and would like to organize, please reach out to me personally. For the fastest response time, 702-628-0454.
I also own Trail Ready Program LLC, which offers hiking certification courses. If you would like to book a session, please contact us using the number above.
You may also click on www.trailreadyprogram.com to book a session.
Also, I will be hosting a Cowboy Fitness Series in the fall. This is a progressive series that trains you for ascention and stamina and helps you maintain your fitness level so you may continue hiking at an advanced level.
Upcoming events
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LVHikers Fall Camping Trip
Red Rock Canyon Campgrounds, 3293 Moenkopi Road, Las Vegas, NV, US🌲 GROUP CAMPING TRIP: RED ROCK CANYON 🌲
Join us for an unforgettable outdoor weekend getaway from Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18! We are combining a great hike, a massive community potluck, and an overnight desert campout at the Red Rock Canyon Campground.
Whether you are joining us just for the Saturday potluck or camping with us for the weekend, we cannot wait to see you there!
💰 Camping Fees & RSVP
- Potluck Only: FREE! (No fee if you are just attending the daytime potluck)
- Single Camper: $25 per person
- Family Camping Pass: $50 total (Covers parents + kids)
- How to Pay: Please send your payment via Zelle - Heather Peden 702-296-6132
- RSVP & Payment Deadline: Friday, September 25th to secure your camping spot.
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📅 Weekend Schedule (Oct 16 - Oct 18)
- Friday, Oct 16 (3:00 PM onward): For campers staying Friday night.
- Saturday, Oct. 17 (3:00–8:00 PM): Food, drinks, games, campfire, and time to hang out with the LV Hikers community.
- Saturday, Oct 17 (4:30 PM): Grab some food and gather around! A few of our organizers will share a little about the hiking community, and we will swap stories, favorite memories, and experiences from past hikes.
- Sunday, Oct 18 (11:00 AM): Camp check-out time.
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🍉 Saturday Potluck Sign-Up
Saturday’s potluck is all about good food, good drinks, and great company! Please use the sign-up sheet below to choose something to bring and share with the group.
👉https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1h6odNsknJBEqvxY7Vzu3oRlZO1O4vUyK/edit?gid=752641628#gid=752641628***
📍 Where We Are Staying & Eating
- Campsites: F-Burro & G-Big Horn
- Location: Red Rock Canyon Campground Official Site
- Setup: These two sites sit right next to each other, giving our large group plenty of space to spread out while staying connected.
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🚗 Arrival & Parking Limits
- Check-In Time: 3:00 PM (For campers wishing to set up tents early)
- Check-Out Time: 11:00 AM (Sunday)
- Vehicle Limit: Strictly 8 vehicles maximum per campsite (16 total for our entire group).
- Carpooling: Highly recommended! With a strict 16-vehicle limit for the group sites, we will coordinate carpools with registered campers as the event gets closer.
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👶 Family & Pet Rules
- Kids: Kids are completely welcome to join us for both the potluck and the camping!
- Dogs: Please, no dogs. Leave your pets at home for this specific group event.
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🥾 Looking for the Saturday Hike?
There will be a separate hike listed for Saturday as part of the Trail Ready Series. Please check the events calendar and TRail Ready Series for specific hike requirements.***
🏕️ Campground Amenities
- Shelter: Large group picnic pavilion with shade
- Cooking: Heavy-duty grills and multiple picnic tables
- Evening Vibe: Massive central campfire ring for the whole group
- Restrooms: Vault/pit toilets located short walking distance from camp
- Water: Drinking water spigots are available on-site
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🎒 Camping Packing Checklist
Use our camping checklist below to make sure you have everything you need for the weekend.***
Questions? If you have a question that is not answered above, please contact Heather directly at 702-296-6132 for the fastest response rather than posting it in the comments.
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Past events
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