Las Vegas Outdoor Attractions

American Racing Academy

(Formerly: Derek Daly Performance Driving Academy) Sit in the driver's seat of one of the fastest race cars around. Let ARA help you learn how to become a race car driver in their 1/2 day, full day, 3 day or 5 day class. This thrill of the race driving instruction is located at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. 702-643-2126 or 888-463-3735.

Bullets and Burgers

Unlike the enclosed gun firing ranges around Las Vegas, Bullets and Burgers is set in a stunning, 30+ acre, outdoor desert landscape. Their unique 'Desert Storm' atmosphere and military style bunkers, surrounded by picturesque mountain views is located at the edge of the Lake Mead Recreational Area where you can add on a 3-hour, side trip, ATV tour. You can select from a wide range of fully automatic machine guns, 50 Cal. selections, and specialty weapons and everything you'll need is provided onsite including a certified ex-military firearms instructor who is on hand to assist with questions and training. Additional packages are availble which include Elite Sniper Training by a former Us Navy Seal Sniper Team Captain with weapons currently being used by US Military and law enforcement Snipers. Video and photos are welcome. Lunch of an All American Hamburger, fries, and a drink is included at the Arizona Last Stop restaurant located onsite. You can arrange hotel pick-up/drop-off and combination package options for a half-day adventure (approx 4 - 5.5 hours) or drive yourself at your own pace. Located about an hour from the Las Vegas Strip, take I-215E and US-93S through Henderson and Boulder City, and cross the new Hoover Dam Bridge, and continue another 26 miles to Arizona Last Stop, the first business located beyond Hoover Dam. 702.825.1411

Driving 101

Located at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, this driving experience offers several packages. Choose from a basic package of riding 6 laps around the track at 140 mph with an instructor for $99 up to a Driving 300 package which offers 24 laps driving yourself over 165 mph during multiple driving sessions. Advanced professional instruction is also available to help improve your form and speed on the track to over 180 mph. This is actual indy car driving experience. Call for times and days of operation. 1-877-227-8101 or 702-651-6300.

Flightlinez Zipline Bootleg Canyon -Save $24 per person

This full tour is a 3-4 hour ECO ADVENTURE from hotel pickup to dropoff. Beginning with a scenic van ride up Red Mountain, with information about the wildlife, Bootleg Canyon and nearby Boulder City, followed by a moderate 15-minute hike to the first platform 3800 feet above sea level. From this point you ride a series of 4 separate ziplines for a total of about 1.5 miles that will bring you back down the mountain over the canyons. The first run is 1852 feet long, has a 400-foot drop and can reach speeds up to 60 mph. The tour is available 7 days a week 365 days per year and open daily from 8am to 5pm. Complimentary pick up is available from the Excalibur on the strip. To drive yourself take US-93 South from the Strip toward Hoover Damn, past Henderson. Turn left on Veterans Memorial Drive just before Boulder City and continue to 1512 Industrial Rd. Prices run from $159 for a daytime tour to $179 for a full moon tour when the moon is available. (702) 293-6885

Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort

Skiing (of course). No where on earth is a vacation spot so perfectly located like Las Vegas. You can have the snow in the morning, sunny lake-side in the afternoon and the desert neon at night. But if the snow and skiing is what you want try heading up the mountain. Only 35 miles northwest of Las Vegas and 17 miles up into Lee Canyon on Highway 156, you can ski or snow board during the winter months. A popular resort for tourists and locals alike, ski season starts on Thanksgiving and runs through Easter. If you want to learn to snow ski or snowboard they have great beginner packages: $75 ski rental equipment, beginner lift ticket and a 2 hour group lesson or $115 for a 2 day, 4 hour group ski rental, lift ticket and instruction package. $35 snow board 2 hour group lesson (lift ticket extra). Private lessons are also available. If you're already a skier, lift prices are $50 adults and $30 children under 12 and Seniors over 60 (slightly higher on holidays). Who says you can't snow ski in the desert? Only 1 hour drive from the Strip. - State Highway 156, Mt Charleston, NV (702) 872-5462 or in town ticket sales (702) 645-2754. Snow info: (702) 593-9500.

Las Vegas Soaring Center

Get outside those stuffy, smokey casinos. See more than the gaming tables. Experience a different type of adventure when you fly your own Gliders and / or Bi-Planes. Soar high over the Nevada skies against the gorgeous Spring Mountain Range backdrop, for a thrilling ride. Conveniently located at the Jean Airport, a short 20 miles south of Las Vegas on Las Vegas Boulevard. (702) 874-1010.

Mount Charleston Riding Stables

Horseback Riding. Get away from the neon and breath some fresh mountain air while riding horseback along a forest trail. The 3 1/2 hour trail ride takes you into Fletcher Canyon where beautiful Aspen trees and huge evergreens abound. A great activity for watching birds and wildlife. They also offer sleigh rides in the winter when the snow is deep or hayrides in the cool summer evenings. Overnight wilderness rides are available too. A short 38 miles from downtown, the 3 1/2 hour ride is $60 prepaid and pre-reserved, the 25 minute rides are $8 adults, $6 children 3-6 and free for the little ones under 3. - 2 Kyle Canyon Rd. Inquire at Mt. Charleston Rest. & Lodge - (702) 872-7009 or (702) 596-6715

Pioneer Territory Wagon Tours

Experience the old west just like the frontiersmen did.... wagon rides out to the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. An all day ride takes you to the many natural springs located in this protected environment and then on to beautiful Crystal Lake. After the trek enjoy a traditional camp fire and chuck wagon dinner. Or for the really adventurous, spend a night under the stars at the cow camp. Abundant wildlife and terrific for bird watchers, a place not to be missed. Day wagon ride only $40 per person including dinner. Overnight stays at the cow camp including dinner only $75 per person. Small groups welcome. Come live the old west like is was intended. Pahrump, NV (702) 727-8332 or (702) 372-1717.

Richard Petty Driving Experience

Ever wonder what it's like to be an official race car drive? Like Richard Petty? Well, here's you chance. Actually NASCAR Winston Cup Style Stock cars allow visitors to either ride along or drive the Las Vegas Motor Speedway themselves. Buckled in for safety, you car will speed around the track in excess of 175 miles per hour. Other cars racing on the track give you the feeling of really being in the Winston Cup race. A photo finish provides you with a great souvenier to take home and show your friends. This is a driving experience not to be missed. Prices start at $89 for a ride along. Call for course offerings and dates. 702-643-4343 or 800-237-3889.

Skydive Las Vegas, Inc.

See the Strip, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, Colorado River and 4 States under a 360' square parachute built for two. All jumps include free ground training. Try tandem jumps and free-falling up to 200 mph from 14,000' msl. Videos and photos available. A shuttle service will pick you up from your hotel. Just 20 minutes south on Highway 93 to Boulder City Airport. (702) 759-3483 or 800-U-SKYDIV

Vegas Indoor Skydiving - Free T-shirt Coupon

Learn to FLY in an indoor vertical wind tunnel that simulates the free fall experience of skydiving. This is truly an experience of your lifetime. For $75 (discounts apply for multiple "flights") you will be set up with a training class, equipment and flight session. You can test your flight skills during a single session or as a participant in a personalized "Learn To Fly" coaching program. Just a block off the Strip at 200 Convention Center Drive - (702) 731-4768