The 195,819-acre Red Rock Canyon even has Joshua trees.

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Just about 25 miles west of the Las Vegas Strip is a different kind of spectacle.

It’s not just that: theres also natural limestone here, similar to Sedona.

Two Lane Highway to Red Rock Canyon in Las Vegas

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Biking the scenic loop is another popular way to experience the site, andclimbingis also seeing more interest.

Red Rock Canyon also offerson-site campsites, which also require reservations throughRecreation.gov.

But theres nothing more impressive than thezebra-tailed lizardthat has to be seen to be believed.