The Valley of Fire is located about twenty miles north from Lake Mead, and is full of desert treasures. This is one of the best areas to view wildflowers in the spring. Depending on whether or not there was a good winter rain, the color can amaze you. Best viewing time is in March and into April before it gets too hot. The rock formations in the Valley of Fire are so unique that the producers of Star Trek found this a perfect site for filming many scenes. The undulating, colorful sandstone metamorphizes before your eyes as you hike or drive through. It comprises a large area and is difficult to cover in one day. The rock formations were a favorite site for Native American petroglyphs. There are quite a few to see and they really give you a sense of your place in time. Valley of Fire is a state park and the user fee is $6.00.
A day trip into the desert can open your eyes and open your mind. It’s important not to let the sense of awe numb your common sense – remember to be safe when you venture out. Tell someone where you’re going, don’t go alone if you can help it, dress for cover, and take two to three times the water you think you’re going to need. The Mojave Desert is quite unlike any other place you’ve been!
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