Kayaking Near Las Vegas

Best National Parks for Kayaking Near Las Vegas, NV

National parks near Las Vegas, NV ranked by kayaking quality, with drive times and distances.

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Weekend Getaway (2.5 to 5 hours)

The Desert View Watchtower looms 70 feet into the air over a vast and dramatic view of the canyon.

Grand Canyon

AZ

Moderate CrowdsDark Sky

220 mi -- about 4 hr drive

A steep granite slope leads from forest to a bare alpine landscape

Sequoia & Kings Canyons

CA

Comfortable

254 mi -- about 4.6 hr drive

Extended Drive (5+ hours)

Upper Yosemite Fall and Merced River in spring

Yosemite

CA

Comfortable

351 mi -- about 6.4 hr drive