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Valley of Fire Station ParkThe Valley of Fire Station Park, situated just about 50 miles ( 80 kilometers) northeast of Las Vegas is the oldest park in the entire state of Nevada and was dedicated to public in the year 1935. A location of natural beauty, the Valley of Fire Station Park, Nevada, derives its name from the rich sandstone and sand dune formations spread across the region. Symbolically during bright sunlit days the sunrays falling on the formations give them an appearance of rising fire. These creations are estimated to be about 150 million years old and hence hold great significance. It is believed that the prehistoric tribes such as the Anasazi once frequented this region that is close to the ancient Moapa Valley, their permanent residence. The beautiful rock art found in the region typical of the Anasazi tribe is an indication of their erstwhile presence. Valley of Fire Station Park as it stands today has borne the brunt of erosions and faulting of the region, but still has a certain beauty unique to the desert land. The most attractive part of the visit are natural formations on the rocks due to years of wind and water erosion shaping them into recognizable structures such as piano, beehives etc. The temperatures in the region soar up as high as 100 degrees making it extremely difficult in the summers. However tourists, who come in the luxury of their vehicles, can drive through the area enjoying the scenic exquisiteness. In order to see the rock formations up close, a little bit of climbing cannot be avoided. Camping, hiking and picnics are a favorite during winter and fall. |
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