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- Calico Hills - Going SomewhereThe Elbow, Las Vegas, NV
CELEBRATE THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF VEGASHIKERS
Join me for a scramble (class 3) "Going Somewhere" in the Calico Hills. This is a scramble, not a trail hike, and we don't have a fixed route planned, we don't plan on going fast, but will be taking extra short breaks. It could be a little different route each time. If you need to know where we're heading, like to be out front and have little patience for slow hikers, this is not the scramble you're looking for. You do, however, need to be able to stay with the group and not unnecessarily slow progress by taking photos or phone calls.
Might take as long as two hours. Doubt if we'll last for 3 or more. There is no prescribed route for this scramble and it is usually different each time since that makes the organizer happy.
If you do not have your experience listed in your profile AND you haven't hiked with me before, please message me at my cell phone with your experience level prior to signing up for this hike. If you find the first few obstacles too challenging, please consider stopping at that point and return on the trail.
Hike: Somewhere in the Calico Hills
Trailhead: The Elbow
Distance: could be 2 miles, more or less
Elevation gain: 930 feet
Elevation peak: 4,304 feet
Time: 2-3 hours
Class: 3 (requires using hands to help raise or lower yourself)
Pace: Slow to Moderate
Children/Dogs: NoYou will need at least 2-3 liters of water in warm weather, snacks/lunch for the peak, sunscreen, hat/sunglasses, etc. Light colored cotton shirts are better for hot weather, bring layers for cool weather.
Sticky soled approach shoes are highly recommended.
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park/BLM 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.
In addition to the electronic liability waiver information above, on advice of counsel, I now require each hiker to sign a written waiver of liability which I will provide at the meetup location. If you are unwilling to provide me this waiver of liability please do not request to go on my hikes.
I request that each hiker carry emergency instructions with them on each hike. This information should be easy to find in their packs and include their name, emergency contact person(s) and phone numbers and maybe even primary care physician and pertinent medical info like prescription medications being taken, allergies, etc.
- Calico Basin HikeRed Spring Picnic Area, Las Vegas, NV
Please read the entire hike description. New participants will be required to sign a waiver at the trailhead similar to the Disclaimer below.
This hike in Calico Basin is intended to be beginner level but experienced hikers are welcome. We will hike at the base of the sandstone rock from Red Spring to Ash Spring and loop back.
STATS
Trailhead: Red Spring
Distance: 2.5 miles
Elevation gain: 250 feet
Difficulty: easy to moderate
Pace: slow to moderate
Time: 2.5 hours
Class: all class 1 with some optional class 2 and 3
Exposure: noneGear: hiking boots or trail shoes are required; trekking poles and gloves are recommended but not required
There is very limited cell service at the trailhead. Look for an old man behind a red SUV in the Red Spring parking lot.
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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 can not 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
