This is something I've wanted to try for a long time but never got around to doing. I'm also…read moreterrified of heights, so this was definitely a challenge for me! The facility is a little hidden, but once you find it, it's surprisingly large and unique. When we visited, they were hosting an event with music and food, which made the experience even more fun. One thing I really appreciated is that there's no time limit once you pay, so you can climb at your own pace. They provide climbing shoes if you don't have your own. The shoes fit very snug, so I'd recommend sizing up if possible. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Before climbing the taller walls, they explained how to use the automatic rope including how to properly clip in and unclip. There are also climbing areas where you don't need to be attached to a rope because the floors are covered with large padded cushions, making falls much softer and less intimidating. Another highlight was the two emotional support dogs that wander around the establishment. They were adorable, friendly, and definitely added to the welcoming atmosphere. My kids and I had such a great time rock climbing. Honestly, we never thought this would be something we'd want to continue doing, but after this experience, we're already talking about becoming members. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back with family and friends!

Great place to climb been here twice already. They have challenging configurations based on colors…read moreand I learned alot. Staff was friendly and super helpful. The two dogs there are adorable!

I had a very disappointing experience at Red Rock Climbing Center. My family and I visited Tuesday…read morenight for the first time to celebrate my brother's birthday, and what should have been a fun outing quickly turned uncomfortable. I was at the front desk filling out waivers on my phone in one hand and holding my 1-year-old daughter in the other. A staff member approached us in a very rude and condescending manner about my 7-year-old "running under people," saying he made someone feel "infuriated." While I understand safety is important, this was his first visit and he was simply excited and once he saw the bouncy floors he automatically assumed it was like a trampoline park. Keep in mind we had to stay put for shoe fittings and harness's for my three boys while having my hands full. The issue wasn't being informed--it was how it was handled. The same staff member then told my mother, "this is not a daycare where you can just drop your kids off," which was completely unnecessary and inappropriate. At the time, I had briefly stepped out to my car to change my baby, and my children ages (7, 10, 15) were being supervised by their grandmother and aunt. Because of this interaction, I felt so uncomfortable that I stayed in my car for the remainder of the visit. We paid $75 for an experience we didn't even get to fully enjoy. We will not be returning and we do not recommend this place. Going by other negative reviews I am not the only one who had a bad experience with the same individual.

Pretty sweet home grown climbing gym that's definitely continuing to expand. Rope section is…read moreprimarily lead and auto belay, so definitely keep this in mind if you are planning to top rope. They do have some top ropes set up, but they were pretty far from the wall so you are probably just better off doing auto belay. The rope section is darker than the bouldering sections. I am colorblind and had a difficult time differentiating the color holds on the wall. Bouldering sections were a bit easier to tell apart. Overall, happy with my climbing experience here and may check it out next time I'm in the area.

Been going here for about a year now and it's been a great little climbing spot. It's always cold…read moreinside (which I love), and the staff is awesome. Special shoutout to Lily for always being so sweet and helpful!!! Thank you Refuge team!

Best thing about this gym is the vibes! The climbers are friendly, staff are welcoming, and the…read moremusic is pretty nice. The notable fault of this gym right now is the cardio machines. They only have ~4 machines, 2 of which don't work. And the treadmill I like to use in the yoga room seems to be deteriorating as well :( I'd love it if the machines went through some maintenance! Besides that, highly recommend this place. Shoutout Emma for recommending me a clutch (and delicious) caramel protein bar.

Friendly staff, I've been climbing for 12 years and honestly I wouldn't trade it for the world!read more

Long overdue review but here we are, even if I've long moved out. The Pad is a solid climbing gym…read morein Henderson for anyone and everyone. And in case you don't know, climbing is all the rage, especially in Vegas. The levels are definitely more difficult, either that or I suck hahaha. Regardless, there's a lot of diversity in what you can do here and the community is fun and supportive. Membership fees are affordable, rentals are always free (which is huge), and it's open, if I recall, very late into the night. So if you work weird hours, you can still get your climbing fix. So there you go, a good climbing gym with good facilities and resources for anyone and everyone.

We have lectric bikes and boy did we take em out for a Spin!…read moreWe rode the entire 35mile loop. It took us about 5 hours with one of them Being breaks. Even with help this trail is a beautiful beast. Steep hills and a steady gradual I cline in the middle. It sure was beautiful though. Great views. Some nature. Just some chipmunks and lizards mostly.

This is one of the few cycling trails in the extended Las Vegas Valley that allows you to ride for…read moremiles while separated from cars (another is on the west side of the 215 Beltway). It is a 34 mile loop including almost 3,000' of climbing--both long, slow grades (up to Boulder City) and very steep, short hills (The Three Sisters). Road cyclists regularly take advantage of the well-paved path. You will also see pedestrians walking along the way. The path passes the edge of Boulder City at Bootleg Canyon, goes behind Railroad Pass Casino, passes Lake Las Vegas, and enters Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It continues along the main road in the park, then starts the uphill slog just before the park's Visitor's Center. There, it crosses the park road and the path continues up to Boulder City. Accept on part of the climb to Boulder City where the path is in the flood channel, it is in pristine condition with nicely paved asphalt. There are not many water stops which is a problem for summer workouts. You can get water at Bootleg Canyon, the water district (just past Railroad Pass Casino), and two places in the park (including Boulder Beach). Except for the water district and one of the Lake Mead stops, there are bathrooms at each of the water stations. There is also a bathroom on the path by the Visitor's Center. Almost all riders go in a clockwise direction. I prefer this direction because it is really uncomfortable coming down the flood channel at speed. There are lines in the cement that cause little bumps that are both a problem in the nether-regions and they slow you down. A great workout is to do the loop clockwise and then counter-clockwise. If doing this, you may want to do the CCW-Boulder City-to-the-Lake section on the highway instead of in the storm drains. Other than the flood channel, what I don't like about the RMT is its curviness on the lake side. There are some excellent descents and ascents, but there are usually compact turns at the bottoms of the hills so you lose your speed before having to climb the next hill. And, you can't maintain your speed through the curves because many of them drop 100' to the desert floor below. The views are wonderful. You see the lake during a third of the trek and the Las Vegas skyline during another third. Caution: This is a HARD ride and water is not quickly accessible. Carry MUCH MORE water than you think you'll need. I experienced true thirst only once in my life and it was on this path. Also, I've had to stop on more than one occasion to give others desperately needed water.

I could return here over and over and never tire of the magnificence of the vistas, the stone and…read morethe chaparral. We did some hiking, breathed in the dry Nevada mountain air. It was 34 and not a drop of sweat. LOL. Easy to get lost in one's thoughts by the pure beauty of this magical place.

This place has such breathtaking beauty! It's located near Las Vegas. I had ordered the timed entry…read moreticket online in order to make sure I can at least get in if I don't get there before 8 am. It was $22 per vehicle. First stop was to the Visitor Center to get a map and ask for suggestions if I wanted an easy hike. I can see how much they cared about this place by seeing how many maintenance workers there were. After leaving the Visitor Center, I did the scenic route. The landscape was beautiful with all the different types of rocks there were. I ended up not actually doing the full hike that I planned, but it was a worthy time to spend my time here.

Came here for open gym with a friend. Love love this place and 100% will be back every time I'm in…read moreVegas from now on. 3 hours for Open Gym goes by way too fast with how huge this place is, there's so much to do!!! Its like a playground for athletes! I had so much fun here, I did acro with a friend with the iconic Las Vegas Circus Center Mural background, played on the Ninja jungle gym until my hand ripped, there's also regular workout equipment - including my absolute all-time favorite - the Jacobs Ladder!!! There were also rings and bars with clearance overhead for pull-ups/pull-overs/muscle ups, and swedish ladders for leg lifts. Stuff for aerialists too. Note for the trampolines/foam pits - you need their trampoline socks, which was annoying so I skipped that for that day. Otherwise, 100% would recommend and will definitely be back!!!

Flying trapeze!! Amazing. Great coaching. Positive atmosphere. Will be back whenever I am in town!!read more

This is an annual event dedicated entirely to rock climbing outdoors, and brings in top climbers…read morefrom around the world, top instructors, and top climbing merchandise to buy. And, it all takes place in one of the top places to climb in the world, Red Rock Canyon. This event is great for all levels, as it provides a variety of classes and opportunities to climb. Many participants camp right there, so you will be able to meet other climbers as well. The classes range from multi-pitch efficiency, to rock rescue, to traditional climbing, to sport climbing, to beginner climbing, and to building traditional anchors. You can also hire guides to do climbs throughout the valley. The cost isn't much, especially for everything you get. The event also has food vendors, and there is a party Friday and Saturday night. The plush green grassy field hosts all the food trucks, and merchandise vendors, as well as a slack line pit, a miniature climbing wall, and areas to do yoga. The weather during this time period can be volatile, so make sure to bring warm clothing just in case, and make sure you stake your tent down, as wind sometimes happens. The event isn't always run the most efficient. Every year the buses to take you to your workshop have run late, but It is a minor inconvenience.

It's a great annual event if you're a climber. The other reviews give you a pretty good feel for…read morethe event, so I'll just throw in some PROTIPS.... * If you want to get some real climbs in, come a week beforehand and let the party cap off your week of climbing, instead of expecting to get a bunch of climbing in during the event. * All the classic and easily accessible multi-pitches will be occupied during the event. No matter how early you get up. It seems like the whole West Coast climbing community comes out for this event. * Stay either on the strip in vegas or at the dude ranch and carpool on in to the event. No sense in camping with a bunch of snoring peeps, and people tripping over your stuff in a crowded makeshift campground dirt patch when civilization is less than 10 minutes away. * The actual red rock canyon climbing area (with the big scenic driving loop) is a separate state park from spring mountain ranch, where the event is held. If you arrive there for a clinic via an event bus, you're golden but if you drive yourself in for some climbing on your own expect to have to buy a day pass to get in. * If driving in to said area on your own and expect to exit after dark, ask the rangers that take your money for a 'late exit' pass so you don't get your car towed, especially if it's a rental. Let me tell you, getting a rental car out of impound will take all of your money and the rest of the weekend. You don't want that to be you. * Calico Basin doesn't really have any multi-pitch but it sees a lot less traffic than the other areas. You can successfully climb here before/after clinics during the weekend of the event. Trad climbers will be off doing stuff like cat in the hat and noobs will be over at the first or second pullouts doing sport routes. Come here to Calico for some easy to moderate TR's and some peace and quiet. * Register early. The best clinics don't have many spots and they fill up fast. * Get afternoon clinics so you can enjoy the all you can drink beer without having to get up at 7 a.m. * Bring cash. Lots of good deals to be had on climbing gear on-site and at the auctions. Unless you've got a REI 20% off coupon or some Moosejaw rewards points burning a hole in your pocket, I'd wait to pickup optional gear you might want until you get to the event. Ropes especially, man some of those Blue Water ropes were half off retail at the Blue Water booth. Obviously, bring what you need to climb - but if you were thinking about swapping out that crusty old harness or rope, you might come across some deals.

Watching them perform at the event I attended was amazing. I was fascinated as to the experience…read moreand flexibility you need. After watching what they can do I am intrigued into taking a class and learning all about it.

Who doesn't want to do some flying trapeze in Vegas with a bunch of professionals? Yes, you do -…read moreit's so much fun! The class for flying trapeze is 90 minutes, and there were 5 people in it when I went. There are 3 folks on staff, and they are all highly experienced, helpful, friendly and focused. You won't have any concerns about safety. They will walk you through all the things you need to know. I've done quite a bit of flying trapeze, but I'm not super amazing by any measure. This place made me feel better than I thought I was. They literally helped me work on problems I didn't know how to resolve. In addition, in one class, they helped me work on a trick that I had briefly tried. By the end of class, it was pretty darn good and was caught twice. To me, that's talent from the professionals working here, all working hard to cater to each individual student to yield them the best experience possible. It was a surprisingly productive and helpful experience, and I would go back here in a heartbeat for the helpfulness and talent that the staff have. The one sort of bad thing I can say is that Vegas is hot, but flying here at night isn't so bad. It's still toasty, but, it's worth it! I cannot wait to go back to Vegas in order to drop in here AGAIN. If I can help it, I would go multiple times! So much kudos and appreciation for the folks who run this place and work so hard for the students. Thank you!

We had come here several times but never made it all the way on the different pats and off pat ,…read morethis time we did and we were so happy !!!!! As we went up the trail we heard water but maybe thought it was wind lol then we saw it was water , a beautiful waterfall from all the melting snow , the water was freezing but well worth it !!! We loved it . I highly recommend this trail with beautiful views all around . As always bring plenty of water and snacks and get ready because we did see plenty of they are so fast but had capture few pictures before . It's not hard of trail , if my toddler 2 yr can do it back and forward you can do it too