grapevine canyon

Easily accessible. Even though it is a dirt road to get to the location, it has been very well cleared and maintained. Good signage to get you there. Area seems to be respected by most visitors.

I am glad we went here while it was warm too ...the walk was not very long and really a good selection of petroglyphs to view...make sure when you first enter the canyon to look up to the left to see the deer looking ones ...and further up is a nice little cave we climbed up to. On a hot day you would want plenty of water....we spent at least two hours here and my hubby hiked up past the little stream but you would need to have very good shoes and be very agile to go past this point. there were swarms of bees near the little bit of water there. a nice lizard sunning itself and interesting rock formations, colors and vegetation....loved it !!!!

Just a nice little hike to get away from the town. This isn't an "attraction" per se, but it is a nice little hike.

Within a short driving distance and 1/4 mile easy hike, are dozens of petroglyphs. Although vandals have chipped away at these priceless artifacts, there are still quite a few left to appreciate. If you need a break from the casinos, this is definitely a must-visit!

First let me say that the weather was absolutely perfect for making this trip. It is on Indian Sacred Ground it is peaceful, quiet, and beautifully surrounded by mountains. We were able to find Indian markings which this canyon is famous for. Depending on the month you visit it is an excellent place to see.

Very interesting place. Many Petroglyphs (some of which have partially collapsed over the past few decades). Dirt road that is generally well maintained to parking area then a 1/4 walk from parking area to main Grapevine area. (Primative outhouses are available at the parking area). At the start of the canyon, there are many petroglyphs. Further up the canyon (which gets challenging the you go up it), there is often a spring flowing (and the wild grape vines that gives the canyon its name). At certain times of the year the water even flows out into the flat desert sand area and disappears into the sand. NOTE: Instead of turning off the dirt road at the Grapevine parking area, you can go further down the dirt road for a couple of miles. The road then makes a 90 degree left turn up into Christmas tree pass. BUT at the turn, there is a small parking area off to the left side of the road. If you follow that trail, you come to a stream that has water flowing more often during the year than at Grapevine Canyon (but no petroglyphs at the smaller, wider canyon).

All the brochures I saw stated there "was an unmarked road 7 miles west of Laughlin on Rt. 163", we counted the miles, and saw a nice green sign saying "Christmas Tree Pass"!! 2 miles in on packed, sandy road is a parking area and restrooms! Nice easy walk about 1/4 mile to canyon. there are petroglyphs at canyon entrance. Wouldn't recommend walking into canyon if you are unsteady on your feet at all....have to walk on rocks, loose sand.....I wore sturdy tennis shoes & had no problem. Plan on returning and driving the 18 mile Christmas Tree pass. Beautiful area!

I am not a petroglyph expert, but they were amazing. I'm told that if you walk far enough back in the canyon there are pools of water. I'll do that the next tie around.

Very easy drive from Laughlin, NV/Bullhead City, AZ area. Not a difficult walk. Amazing the number of petroglyphs to be seen. (I've been to Capitol Reef National Park in UT and Valley of Fire, NV State Park. The Grapevine Canyon petroglyphs were more interesting and numerous compared to the other parks. The area has interesting rock formations and other desert flora for those who have no desert experience. Only going to this area to gamble??? Take a little side trip and see the beauty of our nation with a little history thrown in. This area is a little gem!

Petroglyphs of Native Americans are just steps away from the parking lot. The vanish over the years have left them like a billboard, telling the modern day traveler of their life.

As you can see from all of the posted pictures, the canyon has loads of petroglyphs (most are real, some are obviously not). It is an easy hike, regardless of what the sign at the front may say. Parking is close by, safe, and there are actually bathrooms. The hills of the canyon offer a wonderful collection of climbing opportunities, although people should stay clear of any petroglyphs, as climbing on them could easily damage them.

This is like the easiest hike with amazing desert scenery. Plus you get to see ancient petroglyphs. We go every year because the kids love to see it and it is so much fun. I highly recommend this great little nature walk.

I would recommend leaving the casinos for a while, because this is just awesome ! It is a nice hike in the desert, so I would say go earlier in the day before it gets too hot. The petroglyphs are are plentiful and easy to see. I felt like I was in a piece of history !

Grapevine Canyon is a sacred place to many Native American tribes and wonderful opportunity to view 100s of ancient petroglyphs. It is located approximately 10 minutes West of Laughlin, Nevada off of NV road 163; turn onto a hard packed dirt road marked "Christmas Tree Pass" and travel 2 miles to the parking lot. A fairly easy, level path will take you 1/4 mile to the canyon. If you choose to walk the dry river bed, expect loose sand similar to beach walking. Once you arrive at the canyon, there are some fallen rocks (that do not have petroglphs) that provide a seat for those that want to take a rest and contemplate the meanings of these ancient symbols. Exploring the canyon, you will find the wild grapevines that have existed for centuries. ai sense that this was and is a very important place to the Native Americans tribes. In the Spring, there were wild grapes and water. During my visit, I viewed lizards, birds and butterflies. If you plan to hike the canyon, wear study shoes, carry water and enjoy! From Las Vegas, I recommend taking US93 to NV163 and approaching Christmas Tree Pass road from the South, (not the West from US93), unless you have a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

Great little walk into some very nice desert scenery. Fairly easy to negotiate your way through except for a few of the stiffer plants that can scratch your legs up if your wearing shorts. The last 50 yards is a tough climb up a few large rock outcrops but has a nice reward at the top with the views east of the river. There are some old petroglyphs throughout the canyon rocks. I put this hike about a 5 out of 10 up to the last 50 yards then a 7 out of 10 for challenge.