Desert Adventures
1647 Boulder City Pkwy suite a, Boulder City, NV 89005
Quick Summary: Desert Adventures is a hiking program located in Boulder City, NV. They accept children ages 0 to 18 and offer services in the $$$ price range.
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Google Rating
Not rated
Category
Hiking
City
Boulder City
Ages
0–18
Verification Status
Identity Pending
Open hours
Hours from Google. Not yet checked by PlayPivot. Call to confirm before you go.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
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About the Program
Desert Adventures, based at 1647 Boulder City Pkwy, Suite A, in Boulder City, zip code 89005, runs guided outdoor tours in the Lake Mead and Black Canyon area for kids and families, with age brackets listed as 0 to 3, 4 to 7, 8 to 12, and 13 to 18, covering the full range from toddlers to teens. The tour lineup includes guided kayak tours, pedal kayak tours, stand-up paddleboard tours, guided hiking tours, guided biking tours, and electric bike rentals for those who want to cover more ground on two wheels.
Every tour is guided rather than self-directed, and the company handles equipment rental for kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, helmets, and life vests, so families do not need to own or transport their own gear. A shuttle service is included, along with safety briefings before each outing, which matters given that these are open-water and trail-based activities rather than a supervised indoor program.
Hours run 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, and a shorter 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM window on Sunday, and the business operates year-round. Given the desert setting, families should plan tour timing around the season, since the same activity will feel very different in July heat compared to a cooler month.
The listing places Desert Adventures in the $$$ price range, though no specific per-person cost or price detail is recorded on the profile, so families should call (702) 293-5026 to confirm current pricing for a specific tour and age group, or review options at desert-adventures.com.
Because the youngest age bracket starts at 0 to 3, families should ask specifically how very young children are accommodated on a kayak or paddleboard tour, since gear sizing and safety setups for toddlers typically look different than for teenagers on the same outing.
Programs & Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
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First Visit Guide
What most outdoor and hiking programs expect. Confirm the details with Desert Adventures before you go.
What to bring
- More water than you think. A liter per person minimum, more from May through September, because out here heat ends hikes long before tired legs do.
- Closed-toe shoes, hat, sunscreen, snacks
- A downloaded or printed trail map. Cell coverage drops fast in the canyons.
Before you go
- Check park hours and reservations. Red Rock's scenic drive uses timed entry part of the year.
- Start early. By mid-morning in summer the trails are a hazard, not a workout.
- Tell someone which trail you're taking.
The first visit
The easiest first outing is a ranger-led family program: short distances, shade breaks, and a guide who knows where the restrooms are.
For sensory-sensitive kids
Open trails are naturally calm. Pack ear protection anyway for windy overlooks, and pick out-and-back trails so your child always knows the way out is the way you came.
Gear checklist
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How much water should kids carry hiking near Las Vegas?
At least a liter each on short hikes, more in summer. Heat is the limit here, not distance.
Do Las Vegas parks require reservations?
Some do part of the year, like timed entry for Red Rock's scenic drive. Check the park site before driving out.
Features
Amenities and program details
Season
Year-Round
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate
Languages Spoken
English
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