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Summary: The local Search & Rescue teams tell me they perform a lot of helicopter rescues in upper Icebox. Be sure and know your limitations, especially after rain and snow melt when the seeping water turns to falls which fill this canyon. The humiliation and cost of rescue ($$$$$$) would be a horrible way to remember Icebox. The route I've outlined takes you as far into the canyon as you can safely go without technical climbing gear & expertise. Boulder hop the stream when the trail drops you down. The canyon forks, with huge boulders blocking the main (S) way -- this is the end. Locals may tell you there are 3 main waterfalls in Icebox to hike to, although we've counted over a dozen at a time after good rain. Water continues to seep through the rocks in some places year round. The high walls keep this narrow canyon cool all year round, which is how it got it's name. If you absolutely MUST hike in the afternoon in June, July, or August - do Icebox canyon. Trailhead: 18 miles W of Las Vegas Blvd. on Charleston Ave. (SR 159) to Red Rock entry (fee) station. Follow the signs along the 13 mile scenic loop, passing the turn to Willow Springs, continue to Icebox Canyon parking lot (vault RR & signs). Park here and follow the signs as you cross the washbed and begin the trail into Icebox Canyon. Head SW up the rocky path as you pass the signed junction for SMYC & Dale's Trail and continue into Icebox Canyon. If you want a longer hike into Icebox, begin at Lost Creek parking, take SMYC to Icebox, then begin this hike into the canyon - making it almost 6 miles RT back to Lost Creek. Or, begin at Pine Creek, take Dale's Trail, then hike into Icebox - this route is 8 miles RT. (Lat:36.15004 Lon:-115.4841) Trail Guides for Ice Box Canyon: Keystone Hiking Trails Information by BLM - Red Rock NCA (BLM - Red Rock NCA) Hiking Around Las Vegas by Jim Boone (Jim L. Boone) Hiking Las Vegas by Branch Whitney (Branch Whitney) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Red Rock (BLM) ranger at entry to NCA (fee station) 702-515-5950 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kat Green, who has posted 86 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 2 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by MZS on 4/10/2005 My mid-March hike of Ice Box Canyon was accompanied by the return of the White-Throated Swifts. Along with the various falls, they provide a wonderful display of nature including their territorial disagreements. 
Reviewed by JZ on 4/30/2004 Ice Box Canyon is a stunning location, with huge vertical walls that tower overhead. I did some rock climbing in this area, and looking up this canyon is one of the most spectacular sights in Red Rocks. 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||