Calico Tanks Trail
Distance: 2.5 miles roundtrip
Time: 2 hours
Elevation: 350 ft gain
The Calico Tanks Trail is one of the most iconic hikes in Red Rock Canyon, leading across red Aztec sandstone to a hidden natural water tank surrounded by towering canyon walls. The trail involves light scrambling but is manageable for most hikers. The reward is a spectacular panorama of Las Vegas visible from the rocky upper section.
Trail Facts
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2.5 mi
Duration
2 hours
Trailhead
Sandstone Quarry Parking Area