Ice Box Canyon, beginner hike in a slot canyon, 12 hikers maximum

Name: Ice Box Canyon, beginner hike in a slot canyon, 12 hikers maximum
Start: 2026-01-25T07:30:00-08:00
End: 2026-01-25T11:30:00-08:00
Location: South Tower Park

Schedule

Sun Jan 25 2026 at 07:30 am to 11:30 am

UTC-08:00

Location

South Tower Park | Las Vegas, NV

IMPORTANT: If the hike is full and you are sure you want to go, don't add yourself to the going list, instead send me a private message to be added to the alternate list.
EDIT: Several people have asked if they can meet us at the trailhead. Sorry for the inconvenience but everyone must join the carpool, parking is limited at the trailhead and fills up fast on Sunday mornings. We'll caravan from South Tower park as a group.
This is a 3 mile out-and-back hike, maybe 500' elevation gain with some light, easy class 2 and 3 rock scrambling in the canyon. It has high walls so the canyon is shaded and often surprisingly cool in otherwise warmer weather. It also gets cooler air flowing downhill from higher elevations, hence the name Ice Box Canyon.
You should be able to comfortably walk 3 miles to attend this hike.
Ice Box Canyon is a typical Mojave desert slot canyon. Expect a lot of easy scrambling over small boulders, through trees and a lot of stepping from one rock to another. We may see angel hair ferns, frogs, wild grapes and other unexpected lifeforms.
We'll carpool from South Tower Park, see the map. Park right where you see the red pin. Everyone must join the carpool as parking at the trailhead is limited. Each car needs a park pass or the cost to enter is $20 per car. I have a pass, bring yours if you have one. We leave South Tower Park promptly at 7:30am, please arrive 10 minutes early to arrange carpools.
You'll need a backpack so your hands are free. You'll need at least a liter of water, in metal or plastic containers, no glass. A water hydration pack is the most convenient. Bring a light snack that provides quick energy.
You'll need sunscreen, hat and sunglasses. Approach shoes are good but hiking shoes are okay for this hike.
Everyone will be asked to sign a paper copy of our liability release form, one time only.