Cooler weather means it's the perfect time to hike around Las Vegas

A lot is happening right now: the election, wars overseas, climate disasters. For a moment or two, you can escape it all ... through hiking.

The next few weeks are a sweet spot to escape to Nevada's thousands of miles of hiking trails.  

While we have some experts joining us, we're hearing from you this morning: where you hike, where you escape, where you climb or bird or bike.

Desert Companion

15 great hikes (practically) in your own backyard

Andrew Kiraly

Just imagine. An hour from your couch, you can be on a lake, rock face or ski slope — not a claim most other cities can make.

Desert Companion

Nature right next door

Find a walk to remember among these nine great hikes in your own backyard

More resources:
AllTrails
VegasHikers on Meetup
BirdandHike.com

Additionally: Alan Gegax, one of the guests for this segment, also contributes to Desert Companion's Outdoor Nevada hiking guides, among other stories. You can join Alan, along with Vegas PBS Outdoor Nevada host Connor Fields, on Thursday, October 24 at the Spring Mountain Ranch State Park for a hike, free food and beverages. The event will feature highlights of the upcoming season of Outdoor Nevada.

Click here to register and sign up!

Guests: Alan Gegax, hiking guide; Ryan Vellinga, graphic designer, Desert Companion, and avid hiker