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Turtlehead Peak Trail in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

Turtlehead Peak Trail offers a fantastic blend of natural beauty and a bit of a workout. The hike takes you past ancient petroglyphs and up to a ridge with amazing views of Las Vegas and the stunning sandstone formations around you. While the trail can be rocky and steep in sections, the sense of accomplishment at the summit and the panoramic vistas make it all worthwhile. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature

  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,008 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,227 ft
  • Elevation loss: 2,011 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 4,321 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 36 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.4 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 14 m
  • Global speed: 1.5 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 2,008 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,227 ft
  • Elevation loss: 2,011 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 4,321 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 36 m
  • Moving speed: 1.8 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.4 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 14 m
  • Global speed: 1.5 mph

About this trail

Name: Turtlehead Peak Trail in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Sandstone Quarry Parking, Calico Hills Trail, Clark County, Nevada, 89161, United States (36.16246 -115.45027)

End: Trail maps, Calico Tanks Trail, Clark County, Nevada, United States (36.16244 -115.45037)

Coordinates: 36.16244 -115.45556 36.18382 -115.44470

Topography: Clark County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Turtlehead Peak

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Hike to the Turtlehead Peak via the Calico Tanks Trail and the Turtlehead Peak Trail in the La Madre Mountain Wilderness and the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Desert #Wilderness #Canyon

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,893 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,220 ft

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Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 430 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,754 ft

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Hike to the Calico Tanks in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Canyon #Desert

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 440 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,751 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧢Outdoor Hiking Hat - Sun protection hat for outdoor explorers
📶Vehicle Signal Boosters - Improve reception in rural areas while driving to trailheads
🪶Thermal Camp Blanket - Extra warmth for cold nights
🪓Survival Multi‑Tool - Versatile tool for camp and trail tasks
🌐World Map Poster - Decorative world maps with topographic info

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