Fire Wave

Between Saint George, Utah and Las Vegas, Nevada, is an awesome state park and the next featured trail, Fire Wave. We really have loved the time we have spent at Valley of Fire. There are a lot of family-friendly trails there with respect to terrain and distances. You can have some great views and experiences without significant exertion, which makes it a perfect place to explore for varying levels of hiking ability. This park is packed with hiking and scenic view options without having to commit to a lengthy trip.

Fire Wave is our number one recommendation to check out at Valley of Fire. The rock is brilliantly colored. The exertion is minimal compared to the wow-factor you will get once you reach the Fire Wave. The colors undulate and are in dramatic contrast with one another. This is a great spot for photos and for a rest. It is a really unique feature that you must see if you are in this area.

Keep an eye out for desert bighorn sheep! Every time we have been to Valley of Fire, we have seen a herd off of White Dome Road.

Difficulty: Mild related to sand, some steeper inclines/declines if you go onto the main feature of the Fire Wave trail.

Trail Stats: 1.3 miles, out and back, 150 feet elevation gain.

Trail Finding: Mostly clear where to go, but if you continue past the Fire Wave you will want the downloaded map.

Conditions: Sand and on rock.

Would I Repeat This: Most definitely, and we have!

Parking: Available, but there are a limited number of spaces.

Timing: Recommend earlier in the day due to no shade. Please be sure to check if this trail is open when you go. Due to extreme summer temperatures and conditions, the trail is closed from May to October. Verify exact dates before you go.

Downloaded Map: Recommended.

Fees: This park is within Valley of Fire State Park. You will need to pay the entrance fee.

Trails: White Domes, Petroglyph Canyon, Mouse’s Tank, Seven Wonders, Rainbow Vista, Elephant Rock, Crazy Hill, Atlatl Rock Viewpoint, Fire Canyon Overlook, Silica Dome, Scenic Loop Road, and more!

Click on the link below for the trail map put out by Valley of Fire State Park.