# Valley of Fire State Park Winter Petroglyph & Fire Wave Family Hike > Place to go for families in the Las Vegas–Henderson–North Las Vegas area (NV). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Park open daily from sunrise to sunset; Visitor Center open daily 9:00 AM-4:00 PM - Where: Valley of Fire State Park, 29450 Valley of Fire Hwy, Moapa Valley, NV 89040 - Ages: All ages (Day use vehicle permit required) - Price: $10 per vehicle entrance fee for Nevada residents ($15 for non-residents); covers all day-use trails, exhibits, and picnic areas - Schedule: Park open daily from sunrise to sunset; Visitor Center open daily 9:00 AM-4:00 PM - Organizer: Nevada Division of 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-winter-petroglyph-and-fire-wave-family-hike--listing-806a51781013abd41ea2ae15 ## About Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Las Vegas near Lake Mead, Valley of Fire State Park is Nevada's oldest and most renowned state park, celebrated for its 40,000 acres of fiery red Aztec sandstone shaped over 150 million years. While intense triple-digit summer heat makes hiking dangerous, winter brings crisp, sunny 60-degree weather that creates the absolute best conditions for family trail explorations. Children can hike the famous Fire Wave Trail (a gentle 1.5-mile round-trip walk across swirling candy-striped sandstone), explore Atlatl Rock by climbing metal stairs to view ancient Native American petroglyphs carved into dark desert varnish, or walk through sandy Mouse's Tank canyon to discover hidden rock art panels. The modern visitor center features interactive geology exhibits, wildlife models, a children's discovery corner, and a well-stocked park bookstore. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Visitor Center exhibits and the paved Atlatl Rock picnic loop are stroller-accessible; dirt hiking trails consist of deep sand and slickrock, requiring baby carriers or backpacks. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Shaded stone ramadas with picnic tables at Atlatl Rock, Seven Sisters, and Mouse's Tank trailhead; climate-controlled visitor center has comfortable rest seating and family restrooms. • Age Suitability: An unforgettable outdoor adventure for all ages; trails are easy enough for preschoolers and adventurous elementary schoolers. • Sensory Tips: Astonishing visual contrast of vibrant red sandstone against deep blue winter skies; quiet desert wilderness atmosphere with gentle whistling canyon breezes. ## Similar picks in Las Vegas - [Ranger-guided hikes at Ice Age Fossils State Park](https://grassyknees.com/las-vegas/activities/ranger-guided-hikes-at-ice-age-fossils-state-park--listing-f2e4bbc771230971bfd175d5) — Sun, Nov 22 · 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Ice Age Fossils State Park, North Las Vegas · All ages · From $3 · checked Oct 14. 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