# Valley of Fire State Park Thanksgiving Family Scenic Geology Walk > Event for families in the Las Vegas–Henderson–North Las Vegas area (NV). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Fri, Nov 27 · 9:30 AM - Where: Valley of Fire State Park - West Entrance & Atlatl Rock Area, 29450 Valley of Fire Hwy, Moapa, NV 89025 - Ages: All ages (Ancient petroglyphs, red sandstone formations, ranger walk) - Price: $10 per vehicle entry for NV residents ($15 for non-residents); ranger geology programs included - Organizer: Nevada State Parks - Official page: https://parks.nv.gov/parks/valley-of-fire - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/las-vegas/activities/valley-of-fire-state-park-thanksgiving-family-scenic-geology-walk--listing-477f2b3a33a44d50a0887bc1 ## About Nevada's oldest and most iconic state park dazzles families during Thanksgiving weekend with 40,000 acres of Aztec sandstone glowing vibrant crimson under crisp autumn sunshine. Ranger-led family geology walks near the West Entrance and Atlatl Rock invite children to climb wooden observation staircases to view ancient native petroglyphs etched into dark desert varnish over 2,000 years ago. Kids discover prehistoric petrified wood tree trunks, identify natural sandstone beehive formations, and learn how bighorn sheep and desert tortoises thrive in the Mojave Desert while enjoying scenic holiday family picnic spots. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Atlatl Rock picnic areas and visitor staging paths feature firm hardpack ground suitable for sturdy all-terrain strollers; baby carriers recommended for rock climbs. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Shaded picnic ramadas with tables, clean permanent restrooms, and visitor information stations near the western park entrance. • Age Suitability: Wonderful for all ages; school-age children and teens are fascinated by petroglyphs and sandstone rock scrambles. • Sensory Tips: Magnificent geological color palette of bright red, pink, and orange sandstone against blue autumn skies; peaceful desert silence with crisp fresh air. ## Similar picks in Las Vegas - [Santa Express Train at Nevada State Railroad Museum](https://grassyknees.com/las-vegas/activities/santa-express-train-at-nevada-state-railroad-museum--listing-617803df5a1e57e56c9c4757) — Nov 27 – Dec 20 · 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM · Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City · All ages · From $35 · checked Nov 5. 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