Redstone lies within the Pinto Valley Wilderness Area. This wilderness area (over 39,000 acres) protects towering cliffs, narrow canyons, red sandstone outcroppings and historic lava flows. The sandstone outcroppings of Redstone (and those seen throughout Pinto Valley) are ancient sand dunes that solidified into rock. Erosion has exposed these "ancient dunes" and today methodically erodes them into fantastic shapes with small caves, rock windows, arches and at least one baby elephant (see photo above - map below: visible from parking lot). Redstone is great place to explore the geology and desert vegetation of Lake Mead National Recreation Area without the need to navigate dirt roads or hike back-country trails.

The picnic area has shaded tables (ADA accessible) nestled among the rock outcrops and restrooms (adjacent to the parking area). Along the short concrete walkway to the picnic area are informational signs describing the areas geology and the Redstone Dune Trail. This half-mile trail (an easy 30 minute walk - not ADA accessible) loops around a large "stone sand dune" while passing through a beautiful section of the Mojave Desert. In addition to the loop trail, many usage trails navigate the area allowing exploration of various nearby rock outcrops. So choose your own path and discover whats "around the next corner".
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Redstone Picnic Area Brochure: click here
  

Tips:
Keep an eye out for wildlife: there are Bighorn Sheep, coyote, cottontail, ground squirrel and lizards around (watch for snakes). Look to the skies for hawks, eagles and falcons. Bobcat and mountain lion live here, but are rarely seen. Remember water (not available at Redstone), snacks (picnic lunch), sunscreen, a hat, sturdy shoes and your camera. This adventure would be a great "stopover" while in route to / from the Overton area or Valley of Fire State Park.

Warning:
This adventure involves travel to a relatively remote area, please refer to the section on desert travel for safety information. Avoid the area during extreme heat. Make sure you have a full tank of gas and a fully pressurized spare tire. Remember you are responsible for your own safety.

Note:
Rec. Area Hours 24hrs/day, 365days/year
2019 Entry Fee (valid 7 days): $25 vehicle & occ.
Free Entry Days (dates vary by year):
  * M. L. King Jr. Day - mid January
  * 1st day of Natl. Park Week - mid April
  * Great Amer. Outdoors Act - EARLY AUGUST
  * Natl. Park Service Birthday - LATE AUGUST
  * Natl. Public Lands Day - LATE SEPTEMBER
  * Veterans Day - mid November
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nearby: Bowl of Fire - Southwest
nearby: Cottonwood Wash
nearby: Lower Lovell Wash
nearby: Northshore Summit
nearby: Rogers Spring
nearby: St. Thomas
nearby: Valley of Fire

Directions:
From the intersection of NV-564 (E. Lk. Mead Pkwy.) and NV-167 (Northshore Rd.) within Lk. Mead National Recreation Area head North on Northshore Rd. for 27 miles to M.P. 27 and the paved parking area (right turn) for the Redstone Picnic Area. Approximately 52 miles from central Vegas Strip via I-15 South, I-215 East, NV-564 East (E. Lk. Mead Pkwy.) and NV-167 (Northshore Rd.) to the Redstone Picnic Area. Return by reversing route.