Las Vegas Guide

Red Rock Campground
3293 Moenkopi Rd Las Vegas, NV 89161

Red Rock’s only campground has 72 sites ($10-$60/night) and fills up fast in cooler months. It’s 5 miles from the main gate and across from Calico Basin, a top spot for hiking, climbing, and canyoneering. Walk-up sites are rare, so book early at www.recreation.gov. There are no hookups, dump stations, or showers, and shade is limited. Some sites have campfire rings, tables, and BBQs—reserve in advance for the best options. Located just 10 minutes west of Las Vegas near Highway 215.

Lake Mead Campgrounds
Boulder Beach Campground, 268 Lakeshore Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005

Lake Mead, America’s first National Recreation Area, has multiple campgrounds with lake access, hiking, and biking. Some sites offer hookups, showers, and WiFi. Boulder Beach Campground, just 30 minutes from Las Vegas, is ideal for Grand Canyon-bound travelers. For those heading north to Valley of Fire or Zion, Callville Bay and Las Vegas Bay campgrounds offer great alternatives. Many sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and BBQ pits.

Valley of Fire State Park
29450 Valley of Fire Hwy, Overton, NV 89040

Nevada’s first state park is 50 minutes north of Las Vegas via I-15 or through Lake Mead. The park offers year-round camping with showers, but summers are extremely hot. Book early, as sites fill fast. National Park Passes are NOT valid here—check online for fees.

Mount Charleston Camping
Forest Rd, Mt Charleston, NV 89124

Just 45 minutes north of Las Vegas, Mount Charleston offers camping at elevations from 7,000 to 9,000 feet—perfect for escaping summer heat. Expect temps 20-30 degrees cooler than Vegas. Sites, including some walk-ups, book fast online. The area features great hiking, mountain biking, and winter skiing. Kyle Canyon is the closest access point, while Lee Canyon offers dispersed camping, a ski resort, and a new lodge with food, drinks, and views.

Willow Beach
25804 N Willow Beach, Willow Beach, AZ 86445

Located an hour south of Vegas, Willow Beach sits on the Colorado River below Hoover Dam. The campground offers hookups, rentals, and easy access to kayaking, including paddles to Emerald Cave. Sundays are motorboat-free, making for a peaceful experience. Nearby hot springs are accessible by river. Weather can change fast—plan accordingly.

Smiths
850 S Rancho Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89106

Smiths is a chain grocery store under the Kroger brand. This is a traditional grocery store with all your needs under one roof. Some of the locations have gas stations as well as outdoor equipment. They can be found all over the Las Vegas valley.

Vons/Albertsons
1760 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104

Both these stores are found throughout the Las Vegas area. They are a traditional store that will provide all your needs, some locations have gas stations as well. Downloading their app will provide you more discounts/sales than you will find in the store.

Trader Joe’s
2315 Summa Dr Ste 100, Las Vegas, NV 89135

Trader Joe’s is a west coast boutique grocery store. They have a variety of items ranging from meats, fresh produce, and other fun products that you will not find anywhere else. Las Vegas has five locations all in different areas of the city. Depending on which way you are driving you can find one.

Whole Foods
8855 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89117

Las Vegas has multiple Whole Food locations throughout the valley. Depending on which direction you are going they are close to the freeways. They specialize in organic foods, organic health care products, and brands that you won’t find in traditional stores. If you are heading south on the 15, there is one located right off the freeway in Town Square, which is an outdoor mall.

Las Vegas has no shortage of liquor stores. Google liquor stores and you will find one on almost every corner. The majority of the stores have long operating hours if not 24 hours a day. Below you will find some larger stores that are chains throughout the valley. Also, you can’t walk around with open containers in the city, so don’t get yourself into a situation. The only places you can have open containers are on Fremont Street Experience, Fremont East (local bars just east of the Fremont Street Experience), and The Las Vegas Strip.

Lee’s Discount Liquor
4230 S Rainbow Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89103

Lee’s Discount Liquor can be found all over the valley. This location is just west of our Las Vegas Office (10 minutes). They specialize in a variety of liquors, wines, beers, and hard-to-find items. Similar to BevMo and other large warehouse liquor stores. Lee’s is also known for its fun billboards around town…they are quite funny…keep your eyes peeled for them.

Total Wine and More
6885 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89119

This is another all-in-one liquor store similar to Lee’s. This location is at Town Square just off the 15 South about 10 minutes from our Las Vegas location. Inside you will find a variety of liquors, beers, craft beers, and wines. This is located in the same parking lot as Whole Foods.

Khory’s Fine Wine and Spirits
9911 S Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89183

Slightly off the 215 East, you will find Khory’s. This is a Las Vegas local spot and it is not a chain store. Inside you will find a large selection of craft beers from the Las Vegas valley and the surrounding area. This location is about 15 minutes away from the Las Vegas office. If you are heading to Arizona this is on the way.

There are a variety of restaurants in Las Vegas. To list them all is a challenge, but below are some great spots that are close to the Las Vegas Office.

Herbs and Rye
3713 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102

This is a Las Vegas local gem. It is swank and offers cocktails and steaks. The best thing about Herbs and Rye is their happy hour. They offer half off all their steaks so you can get ribeyes to filet mignon from 20 to 35 dollars depending on your selection. It is a nice spot, so if you are ending your trip with us and checking into a hotel room, this is a great place to check out. Check their website for more information.

Able Baker Brew Pub
1510 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89104

Able Baker Brewing is located in the Las Vegas Arts District, which is about 15 minutes north of our Las Vegas Office.

Able Baker is your traditional brewery with American-style foods. It has a nice patio and sits in the middle of our Arts District. In the Art District, you can park for free and walk around and find bars, shops, restaurants, and it where locals mostly hang out.

The Silver Stamp
222 E Imperial Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89104

This is one of the coolest places in town. It is located in the Arts District, which is about 15 minutes from our Las Vegas Office. They have a limited menu, but you can’t go wrong with the vibe in the place. It is non-smoking, non-gaming, and only a beer bar, but they serve hot dogs, homemade pickled eggs, chips, and other small snacks. Check their website for the operating hours. This is like stepping back into time where people can sit and enjoy great music, conversation, and feel at home.

China Town
Spring Mountain Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89146

China Town is located about 5 minutes from our Las Vegas Office. China Town starts on Spring Mountain West, which is a street right off HWY 15. This street consists of many restaurants (traditional Asian and non-traditional Asian), bars, Pho bars, karaoke clubs, spas, Asian-themed grocery stores, electronic stores, and much more.

Gäbi Coffee & Bakery
5808 Spring Mountain Rd #104

This is a Korean coffee shop that is located within 10 minutes of our Las Vegas Office. It is known for its desserts, baked items, and of course the coffee. It has all your needs and will provide you with a unique experience before or after your trip

Sunrise Coffee House
3130 E Sunset Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89120

This is a Las Vegas hot spot for coffee. This is about a 15-minute drive from our Las Vegas Office and it sits just east of the Airport. It is known for its coffee drinks, baked goods, and space as well. They serve coffee, food, and drinks and are vegan-friendly. If you like Thai Food, next door is Table Thai, which is a great spot. The parking lot is very friendly and easy to navigate. Across the street, is Carl’s Donuts, which is also a great way to start your trip

REI
710 S Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145

REI Co-op is a large outdoor store that is known for having gear, clothing, backpacks, and anything you need related to the outdoors. We have two locations, the address above is on the west side of town. It is the larger of the two stores, but if you are heading south to Arizona, there is one located in the District, which is right off the 215 East freeway. If you are wanting to check out Red Rocks in Nevada, this store is on the way.

Desert Rock Sports
8221 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89117

Las Vegas’ only locally owned climbing and outdoor gear shop, this store is packed with essentials, plus a consignment center for secondhand gear. It also features a dropbox for Black Rainbow Resoles, so you can drop off worn climbing shoes for repair and have them shipped home.

Next door, the owners run Red Rock Climbing Center, which offers indoor climbing and showers—perfect after a long day on the rock. A great spot to check out and support!