Need a break from Sin City?
Plan the perfect excursion.
For a shorter road trip,Grand Canyon Westis only a two-hour drive away.
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Companies likeMaverickprovide flyover tours that include aerial sightseeing over the Las Vegas Strip, all in one glorious trip.
“Lake Las Vegas provides family fun with a 40,000-square-foot floating Aqua Park.
Willow Beach
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Who says the desert cant have a beach?
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Roughly an hour’s drive from Las Vegas,Willow Beachoffers visitors a refreshing respite from the heat.
Stop by the visitor center to learn more about the area’s fascinating ecology, geology, and history.
Do the moderate-level 0.5-mile (round-trip) hike on the Miller Point Trail for the best views.
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Get your photos, but remain cautious and respectful of boundaries put in place by the National Park Service.
While there, check out the salt flats and theracing rocksfor two fantastic scenes.
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