Valley of Fire State Park Map
Interactive map of Valley of Fire State Park with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Valley of Fire State Park is a state park in Nevada. Valley of Fire State Park is known for red Aztec sandstone and petroglyphs.
Right now it is 102°F (39°C) in Valley of Fire State Park with clear sky. It feels like 98°F. Today runs from 83°F to 109°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park is March, April, May, October and November. The climate is hot and arid. January, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 107°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 42°F.
The closest major airport is Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), about 44 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Mead, Las Vegas Strip, Zion National Park and Havasu Falls.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 109°F is 5.2°F above the 103°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Valley of Fire State Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 36°28′55.2″N 114°31′46.9″W (36.482, -114.5297)
Quick facts about Valley of Fire State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Nevada |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 36°28′55.2″N 114°31′46.9″W (36.482, -114.5297) |
| Established | 1935 |
| Known for | red Aztec sandstone and petroglyphs |
| Local time | 10:09 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, October and November |
| Climate | Hot and arid |
Getting to Valley of Fire State Park
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) · 44 mi
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) · 254 mi
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) · 281 mi
- San Diego International Airport (SAN) · 300 mi
- Las Vegas · 40 mi · roughly 55 min driving
- Sedona · 191 mi · roughly 4.4 h driving
- Palm Springs · 216 mi · roughly 5 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Valley of Fire State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry Reid International Airport | LAS | 44 mi | Las Vegas |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | PHX | 254 mi | Phoenix |
| Los Angeles International Airport | LAX | 281 mi | Los Angeles |
| San Diego International Airport | SAN | 300 mi | San Diego |
Things to do in Valley of Fire State Park
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Valley of Fire State Park?
Valley of Fire State Park is a state park in Nevada. Its coordinates are 36.482, -114.5297. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Valley of Fire State Park right now?
It is currently 102°F (39°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 14% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park?
March, April, May, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Valley of Fire State Park, which has a hot and arid climate. January, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Valley of Fire State Park in?
Valley of Fire State Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 10:09 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Valley of Fire State Park?
The closest airports are Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 44 mi away, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), 254 mi away and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 281 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Valley of Fire State Park?
Popular options include Lake Mead, Las Vegas Strip, Zion National Park, Havasu Falls, Death Valley National Park and Grand Canyon (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 10:09 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
