10 Best Outdoor Adventures Around Las Vegas

Slotzilla is a high-speed zip line above the downtown area and the Fremont Street Experience where you can see the lights and sights of Vegas from a new perspective. When riding, you'll reach speeds of up to 35 miles per hour, which feels a lot faster than it sounds with the wind rushing past you. You'll find this attraction in a massive 11-story slot machine-like structure that's notable for its giant martini glass and oversized dice decorations. You'll find this zip line's entrance off Fremont Street by the Fremont Casino, south of the Mob Museum.

Fly LINQ Zipline is a unique kind of zip-line experience at Caesars where you can ride the zip line in a seated position rather than on your belly like Superman. The zip-line harness here allows you to sit comfortably as you soar over the Strip at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour. When you visit this zip line, you can enjoy the ride with several different people. In fact, you can fly with up to 10 of your friends at the same time. Unlike other zip lines in the area, this is the only one that takes you directly over the Strip as well. You'll find it right across the street from Caesars Palace.

Dig This Las Vegas is an unforgettable experience where you can operate heavy machinery like bulldozers, excavators, and skid steer track loaders just for fun. Kids over the age of 8 are welcome here and can pair with an instructor to learn the ropes of these machines. The adults in your group can enjoy a group sandbox experience where you can tear up dirt and objects with powerful machines. Extensive rules and safety measures are in place, so you can find fun with peace of mind. This unique experience is located a few miles south of the city, past Southern Highlands Golf Club.

Off-road vehicle rentals are among the best ways to experience the rugged landscapes throughout the desert around Vegas, whether you find yourself on an ATV or a dune buggy. Numerous rentals are available throughout the area, so you'll have no trouble finding something to satisfy your need for adventure. Throughout the surrounding area, you'll find 45,000 acres of desert trails in Overton alone, but the other surrounding areas can expand your adventure even more. Most off-road rental destinations tend to be a few miles northeast of the city up I-15, but you'll find a few to the south as well.

Dream Racing is the car lover's dream come true, putting visitors behind the wheel of a high-speed exotic car like a Ferrari or Lamborghini. Your experience begins by driving in a 3D simulator with guidance from professionals to make sure you have the skills you need to tear through the only sanctioned racetrack in Vegas. After the simulation, you can suit up and get behind the wheel yourself. With the simulator's experience under your belt, you'll find yourself in control of these insanely fast vehicles. Give it a try northeast of town just past Nellis AFB.

The Pink Jeep Tour lets you explore some of the best sights Vegas has to offer from the comfort of a luxury Jeep painted in the iconic pink color. You can embark on this adventure in a variety of different vehicles, such as a small Wrangler or something bigger, like a Trekker. Between 6 and 10 people can join in for the ride. You'll find leather seats, extra-large windows, and perfect views of the neon lights of the Strip and the natural deserts around the city. You can embark on this adventure by heading across I-15 to the west from Luxor to the building with the pink roof.

Bootleg Canyon is one of the most popular hiking trails in the area and boasts scenic views and vibrant wildflowers among a diverse native bird population. This trail is about 10.6 miles long, and it loops back on itself, making it easy to leave once you complete the entire thing. While many visitors find satisfaction in hiking the trail's length, others prefer mountain biking. The path sometimes gets fairly rocky, and while that can be obtrusive for hikers, bikers barely notice the difference. You'll find this trail by Boulder City, a few miles southeast of Las Vegas.

Going kayaking in the Colorado River is a relaxing experience that lets you enjoy relatively calm waters as towering cliffs rise on both sides. Whether you embark on a professional tour or simply rent a kayak and travel out on your own, you're in for an unforgettable experience. The Colorado River will take you through various caves and scenic views, letting you explore some of the best the local nature has to offer. You'll find a variety of different kayaking experiences available throughout the area, with most being available along the river itself south of the Hoover Dam.

Angel Park is a phenomenal city park with attractions that just about everyone can enjoy, from simple fields to a playground and an entire golf course. The park mostly consists of grassy fields with walking paths around the outside of it, and you'll find a few trees scattered around and offering shade from the Nevada sun. The golf course is particularly luxurious with its 36 holes, multiple awards, and stunning views of the Las Vegas Valley and the Red Rock Canyon. The course reaches nearly 3,000 feet in elevation, so the vantage point alone is impressive. You'll find this park on the west side of town, just a few miles from downtown.

Mount Charleston is one of the best destinations for outdoor adventures looking to beat the heat among scenic hiking trails and vibrant nature. Las Vegas is known as a desert town, but Mount Charleston will greet you with green forests, vibrant flora, and sparkling waterfalls. You'll find a variety of different hikes available around the mountain, so beginners and experts alike can find fun. You may even spot some wild horses should you opt for the Bonanza Peak Trail. Experience it for yourself west of Las Vegas, past Red Rock Canyon National Park.