Sunrise Hike: Off-Trail

This after-hours hike gives you the chance to visit the park bright and early as the desert starts to wake up but before it gets too hot. Rangers will take hikers to off-trail parts on the park not normally open to visitors for about 2.5 miles. The difficulty will be moderate; beginner hikers might find the route challenging. Close-toed shoes and plenty of water are required, and hikers are advised to dress appropriately for heat, direct sun and moving through rough brush.

Need to Know

• This hike is limited to 20 people and registration is REQUIRED. Individuals that show up and are unregistered will be turned away. The registration form will stop accepting reservations after 12 pm on 9/4/26 or once we reach capacity.
• The park entrance fee will be collected at this event and is $3/person. We will accept Nevada State Park Passes, credit/debit cards, or cash ONLY; no tap to pay, or American Express will be accepted.
• Participants MUST arrive between 4:30-4:50 am. If you arrive outside of that time frame the gates will be closed. All visitors must exit the park once the hike concludes.
• Dogs/pets are not allowed on this hike for safety purposes.
• Children under 13 are not permitted on this hike. Children 13-17 MUST be accompanied by an adult and stay with that adult.
• This event is weather dependent.
• The museum space will be closed for this event, but the visitor center gift shop will be open during check-in, and the restrooms will be open for the duration of the event.

What to Bring

• Plenty of water
• Close-toed comfortable shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing

What to Expect

• Getting to rise and shine with the wildlife
• Hikers will travel 2.5 miles over rough, uneven terrain with steps, steep slopes, and gravely surfaces, occasionally through brush and over small channels. This hike is not appropriate for wheelchairs or mobility devices.
• Arrival is from 4:30-4:50 am. The hike will start after all participants are checked in at 5:00 am. Please be sure to arrive on time.
• All hikers are required to stay with the group and follow rangers' instructions.
• This event ends at 7:30 am and all park visitors must exit the park by that time.

Schedule

• 4:30-4:50 am: Arrival and check-in
• 5:00 am: Hike begins
• 7:30 am: Hike concludes

Fees & Registration

• The $3 per person entry fee applies. We do not accept Tap to Pay/Apple Pay or American Express.
• There is no additional cost for this program.
• Registration required.
• Register here: https://forms.gle/ErEtKNQDrqwHBnct6

Contact

This program is hosted by Ice Age Fossils State Park. For questions, contact:
Dawn Reynoso or Emilisa Saunders
Park Interpreter
dreynoso@parks.nv.gov or esaunders@parks.nv.gov
702-533-7819

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Nevada State Parks is committed to providing accessible experiences for all visitors. If you need a reasonable communication accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the park or event coordinator no later than 10 days in advance so we have time to work with you and support your visit.