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Summary: You start the hike with a workout. A 1/4 mile walk in a sandy, dry river bed. The real pleasure and sense of history starts at the mouth of the canyon. 1000 year old Native American Indian Petroglyphs start at eye level and continue up several hundred feet up the canyon wall. Stay to the left as you continue up the canyon, the trails are visible but not marked. You will be rewarded with tremendous views of the Colorado River Valley and 3 seasonal waterfalls which are gorgeous when running. You will find why the canyon was named what it was. A gigantic patch of wild grapevines running over a 100 feet long and stretching from canyon wall to canyon wall. Past the 3rd waterfall you will find deep, natural bath tubs worn into the rocks. Great place to soak those weary bones after the climbing you'll do to get there. Just remember, stay left as you go up the canyon. You'll be rewarded with some very interesting geological surprises along the way. Trailhead: Head West from Laughlin, Nv on Hwy 163 for approx. 5 miles. On the Northside of the hwy is a turn off for Christmas Tree Pass. Head North on the Christmas Tree Pass Road for approx. 2 miles to a left turn into Grapevine Canyon. Grapevine Canyon has a sign posted. The parking area and Trailhead is approx. 1/4 mile from the Christmas Tree Pass Road. The canyon is approx. a 1/4 walk up the dry river bed. Christmas Tree Pass and Grapevine Canyon Road are graded dirt roads, passable for any vehicle. (Lat:35.19123 Lon:-114.58297) Trail Guides for Grapevine Canyon and History: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: BLM Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Chris Marshman Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by DB on 12/27/2007 was great why would anyone travel abroad
Reviewed by Karen on 6/14/2007 very enjoyable hike some hard spots to climb but worth it would like to know what the meaning of all the petroglyphs mean.
Reviewed by JH on 2/23/2007 Did the basic easy hike to the Petroglyphs in Grapevine Canyon last weekend. Currently, there is no run off to be found. Climbed up to the antelope petroglyph right in the middle & was met by a hungry squirrel, who scared me...lol This is a nice basic hike with lots to see. There are so many petroglyphs I could have spent hours looking at them alone. 
Reviewed by MS on 1/29/2007 Hiked on 1/27/2007, nice cool day. Very peaceful and relaxing place, well worth the climb/scramble to see the waterfall. The petroglyphs were by far the best I have seen and very easy to access.
Reviewed by Grif on 12/22/2006 Just hiked the Canyon today. Nothing like it. Beautiful day.....55 degrees. As a Laughlin resident, I find this a great solitary retreat.
Reviewed by AlaskaPhil on 12/21/2006 Hiked in February, 2006; LOVED every step of it! It is a favorite; a pleasant change of pace from the city. Hike mid week and avoid the rush. Don't worry about the bus loads of tourists, most stop at the petroglyphs or maybe a few yards up the trail. Since it was winter we did not fear for snakes or scorpions and felt comfortable sitting almost anywhere to enjoy the variety of vegetation and rock formations. The water/stream/springs were a pleasant surprise. One gets the impression it would be a different hike every time! Our pictures of the petroglyphs did not turn out but there was so much else to see. We will be back! Take a picnic; lots of places to rest and eat. Take plenty to drink.
Reviewed by tracy on 9/17/2006 very interesting place to go. very quiet and peaceful. i didn't hike the whole thing but next time i will do the whole hike. it is just a little jont from laughlin and i would recommend everyone to go see it if you haven't yet.. i have heard some interesting stories from locals who have gone up all the way in to the canyon.
Reviewed by peepswendy on 8/9/2006 I have hiked this area so many time and fall in love with it all over again when I go back. It's a wonderful break from the parched area of Laughlin and Bullhead City, a true Oasis in the desert! I especially love the art work of the Mountain Goats, one of my favorites. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Nevada Hiking, Nevada Trails, Nevada Hikes, Clark County Hiking, Clark County Trails, Clark County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||