National parks near Las Vegas

Closest first

The list shows up to 10 closest parks within 500 miles; if none are within that range, it shows the 3 nearest overall. Distances are straight-line miles from the city center to approximate park coordinates. Drive times are rough estimates based on distance, not live routing; ferry, traffic, road closures, and seasonal access can change a trip. Confirm routes and current conditions with the National Park Service before you go. Open the app for parks near wherever you are right now.

• 1 Death Valley · California · 785+ trails · $30 / vehicle94 mi · ~2 hr drive estimate
• 2 Zion · Utah · 90+ trails · $35 / vehicle142 mi · ~3 hr drive estimate
• 3 Joshua Tree · California · 190+ trails · $30 / vehicle164 mi · ~3.5 hr drive estimate
• 4 Grand Canyon · Arizona · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle168 mi · ~3.5 hr drive estimate
• 5 Bryce Canyon · Utah · 15+ trails · $35 / vehicle190 mi · ~4 hr drive estimate
• 6 Kings Canyon · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle196 mi · ~4 hr drive estimate
• 7 Sequoia · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle198 mi · ~4 hr drive estimate
• 8 Great Basin · Nevada · 58+ trails · Free200 mi · ~4 hr drive estimate
• 9 Capitol Reef · Utah · 14+ trails · $20 / vehicle257 mi · ~5.5 hr drive estimate
• 10 Yosemite · California · 800+ trails · $35 / vehicle270 mi · ~5.5 hr drive estimate

Planning a trip from Las Vegas

By our rough distance-based estimate, Death Valley, Zion, Joshua Tree, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Kings Canyon, Sequoia, Great Basin, Capitol Reef, Yosemite are within about six hours by road. Actual travel times vary; check a current route and reserve campsites or lodging ahead in peak season.

Each park page covers popular trails, camping, entrance fees, and the best time to visit. In ParkAtlas, the home screen shows unvisited parks within reach of your current location and lets you log the one you pick.