This is a great spot in Red Rock Canyon right off of Route 159. Popular for photo ops, the port-a-potty, picnic tables, and a place to catch a breather, you'll find lots of cyclists, runners, and general outdoorsy people here. This is also the point where many cyclists turn around and head back. Park and enjoy the wonderful views of Red Rock.
TIP: It's approximately 6.5 miles from the Albertsons shopping plaza at the corner of W. Charleston and Desert Foothills, so if you park your car there and start from there, whether running or cycling, you can get a great workout climbing hills going west and then speeding downhill back to your car. This is what many people do and when you get back, you have your choice of recovery food in the plaza, from donuts to pizza to tapas, among other things.