Sunrise Hike: Big Dig Trail

Name: Sunrise Hike: Big Dig Trail
Start: 2026-07-04T05:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-07-04T07:30:00-07:00
Location: 8660 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, United States, Nevada 89085

Date & Time

Sat Jul 04 2026 at 05:00 am to 07:30 am

UTC-07:00

Location

8660 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV, United States, Nevada 89085 | North Las Vegas, NV

Details

This after-hours hike gives you the chance to visit the park bright and early as the desert starts to wake up but before it gets too hot. This guided hike will be on the Big Dig Trail (2 miles). This program is for park visitors of all ages.
Date: Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Time: 5:00 am – 7:30 am
Location: Ice Age Fossils State Park - Check in with the front desk
Need to Know
• This hike is limited to 40 people and registration is REQUIRED. Individuals that show up and are unregistered will be turned away. The registration form will stop accepting reservations after 12 pm on 7/3/26 or once we reach capacity.
• The park entrance fee will be collected at this event and is $3/person, kids 12 and under are free. We will accept Nevada State Park Passes, credit/debit cards, or cash ONLY; no tap to pay, or American Express will be accepted.
• Participants MUST arrive between 5:00-5:20 am. If you arrive outside of that time frame the gates will be closed. All visitors must exit the park once the hike concludes.
• Dogs/pets are not allowed on this hike for safety purposes.
• Children 17 or under MUST be accompanied by an adult and stay with that adult.
• This event is weather dependent.
• The museum space will be closed for this event, but the visitor center gift shop will be open during check-in, and the restrooms will be open for the duration of the event.
What to Bring
• Water
• Comfortable shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing
What to Expect
• Getting to rise and shine with the wildlife
• The Big Dig Trail is 2 miles long over uneven terrain with steps, steep slopes, and gravely surfaces. Most of the Big Dig Trail is not appropriate for wheelchairs or mobility devices.
• Arrival is from 5:00-5:20 am. The hike will start after all participants are checked in at 5:30 am.
• This event ends at 7:30 am and all park visitors must exit the park by that time.
Fees & Registration
• The $3 per person (kids 12 and under are free) entry fee applies. We do not accept Tap to Pay/Apple Pay or American Express.
• There is no additional cost for this program.
• Registration required.
• Register here: https://forms.gle/7QFQC1ARwbrcwftV7
Contact
This program is hosted by Ice Age Fossils State Park. For questions, contact:
Dawn Reynoso or Emilisa Saunders
Park Interpreter
[email protected] or [email protected]
702-533-7819
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Nevada State Parks is committed to providing accessible experiences for all visitors. If you need a reasonable communication accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the park or event coordinator no later than 10 days in advance so we have time to work with you and support your visit.