My first time trying this hike. It was recommended by a friend so I thought what the hay, I'll go for it.
I took the fire/access road side since I hadn't been hiking in awhile. Good thing I did. It was VERY strenuous. Steep, uphill and loose rocks for 85% of the hike one way. Obviously the opposite on thebway back. Downhill that steep isn't always a good thing.
The pay off with the view from the top is absolutely amazing! We lucked out and the skies were mostly clear. I have an amazing photosphere of the Las Vegas valley.
Reduced one star due to the lack of adventurous feeling during the actual hike. I like obstacles or occasional rough terrain. This is just a road with loose rocks.