Other Areas S afety Safety is a concern no matter where you hike. It's extremely important while hiking in the mountains and canyons around Las Vegas. Since many of the routes travel to remote areas, don't expect rangers or medical personnel to be there for help if you get hurt.
Preparation is the key.
When You Expect to be Home. If you absolutely must hike alone and you get hurt, at least the person you told will be able to provide Search and Rescue with some information. Also sunscreen , especially here in southern Nevada. If you don't know how to use a map or compass, then bringing them would be foolish. Real Dangers Hiking in southern Nevada does have some natural dangers.