"17"^^ . "5"^^ . "37"^^ . . "Want a family friendly 'fee free' hike that shows off our beautiful Red Rock Canyon? Try hiking Calico Basin. My husband and I really enjoyed the views of Red Rock Canyon and the accessibility of Calico Basin on our hike this past Sunday. \n\nHere is a quick rundown of my tips and thoughts on Calico Basin Hiking. \n\n* Free entry\n* Boardwalk is stroller/kid friendly \n* Easy circuit and passes signage about the desert ecology, geology and early inhabitants.\n* There are other family friendly hikes off the boardwalk \n* Bathrooms onsite \n* Picnic Tables - for yogi bear style picnics \n* It's less than 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip (for our out of town guests) \n* Lots of parking spots\n* Tip: Bring water, sunblock, snacks and dress in layers. \n* Tip: Weather can change on a dime - be prepared.\n* Tip: Arrive early to beat the crowd and heat on the weekends. \n* Tip: Dog friendly hikes. Bring water, treats and 'poop bags' for your pup. Don't be that 'lazy' dog owner. It's just poop. \n* Rock Climber? There are plenty of spots for you to scale the rocks. Calico Basin offers superb climbing walls are only a short 5-10 minute hike on the trails. \n* Into Bouldering? There are also plenty of outdoor bouldering opportunities. Bring or rent a crash pad and chalk ... Have at it. \n\nYelp Review #7 2016"^^ . "2016-03-10T00:00:00"^^ . . "43"^^ . .