While there are other parts of Red Rock Canyon that are not in the BLM Scenic Loop area, and this area is easily accessible from the rest of Red Rock, the convenience of driving through here is very nice. It is a thirteen mile drive and takes you near most of the nicer trails in Red Rock Canyon.

Unfortunately, in order to maintain the roads, picnic, bathroom facilities, Visitors Center and other things, the BLM has collected entrance fees as part of what they refer to as part of a "national Recreational Fee Demonstration Program". The charges which apply to the Scenic Drive at Red Rock Canyon are: