Geology
Clark County, NV
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
A closed basin of vivid red Aztec Sandstone outcrops and eroded knobs inside Lake Mead National Recreation Area, north of Callville Bay. Wave-cut and wind-sculpted Jurassic dunes form a natural amphitheater popular for day hikes and photography; colors intensify at sunrise and sunset. Public NPS land with established backcountry access from Northshore Road corridors.
| Region | Clark County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 36.2264, -114.6700 |
| Formation | Aztec Sandstone (Jurassic eolian) |
| Agency | Lake Mead National Recreation Area (NPS) |
| Access | Day hike from Northshore / Callville approaches |
| Theme | Colorful sandstone badlands |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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