Flames in Stone

Valley of Fire's red sandstone formations glow like eternal flames

Valley of Fire State Park showcases some of the most spectacular red sandstone formations in the American Southwest, where 150-million-year-old Aztec Sandstone has been sculpted by wind and water into dramatic spires, arches, and caverns that appear to glow like flames when struck by sunlight. The park's name comes from these brilliant red rock formations that seem to ignite in the desert sun, creating an otherworldly landscape that has served as a backdrop for countless films and commercials.