White Domes Valley of Fire

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The White Domes Trail is located within Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada. The 1.0-mile loop hike has minimal cumulative feet of elevation gain and should take about 1 hour to complete. (Note, you can finish it in about 1/2 hour without stops.)

White Domes Valley of Fire

Overview of White Domes Valley of Fire Hike

The White Domes are sandstone formations with brilliant contrasting colors that combine sweeping desert vistas, a slot canyon, windows, caves, and a historic movie site.

White Domes Valley of Fire Hike Information and Stats

Route Type: Loop

Distance: 1.0 mile

Starting Elevation: ~173′

Hiking Time: Approximately 1 hour to allow for short breaks and photos

Difficulty: Easy

Getting to White Domes Valley of Fire

Directions: Arriving from the East, from the intersection of Route 169 and 167 near Lake Mead, drive West on Valley of Fire Highway for two miles to the park’s east entrance. Drive another 3.3 miles to the intersection by the start of White Domes Road, turn right and take this road for 5.7 miles to the White Domes Area.

Trailhead Coordinates: 36.4859, -114.5329 (36° 29′ 09.24″N 114° 31′ 58.43″W)

Parking: Yes

Fees: $10, click here to read more about Valley of Fire State Park Entrance Fee options

Other Information About White Domes Valley of Fire

Restrooms: Yes, vault toilets at the trailhead

Cellular Service: Unknown

Kid Friendly: Yes

Dog-Friendly: Yes, but dogs must be kept on a leash

Picnic Area: A shaded picnic area with BBQ grill and trash receptacles

What to Take on Your Hike to White Domes Valley of Fire

Sunscreen

At least a liter of water

Camera

Sturdy shoes that are closed to avoid sand getting into them

White Domes Valley of Fire Photos

Online Reference and Resources for White Domes Valley of Fire

DISCLAIMERS:

• I am a hiking enthusiast and not an expert, the information shared here is from my personal experiences and research to share with others as a reference.
• All stats such as distances, elevations, elevation gains, ratings, and times are approximate based on mobile apps, GPS data, Google Earth, and other references compiled as a resource.
• Click here to view my current hiking diary of other trails and points of interest for reference.

White Domes Valley of Fire