EXTRAORDINARY LANDSCAPES. ENDURING STORIES.

Gold Butte National Monument

Sandstone, desert & cultural history
Nevada
Scenic header: Landscape view with petroglyphs at Gold Butte National Monument. · Bureau of Land Management · Photo credits
TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER

Sandstone, desert & cultural history

Colorful sandstone, desert vegetation and cultural places make Gold Butte a rewarding but rugged landscape. The visit requires more preparation than its proximity to Las Vegas might suggest.

Landscape view with petroglyphs at Gold Butte National Monument.
Landscape view with petroglyphs at Gold Butte National Monument.
Bureau of Land Management · Photo credits
Gold Butte
Gold Butte
Bureau of Land Management · Photo credits
BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT

What to explore

  • 01Whitney Pocket
  • 02Designated scenic routes
  • 03Desert and rock landscapes

Before you go

Roads can be rough and remote. Use BLM guidance, appropriate vehicles and supplies; protect rock imagery and archaeological places.

Give the place time

Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.

Make the details easy

Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.

Official visitor information ↗Plan your visit →

Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.