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The Ultimate Guide to Las Vegas Film Locations (2025)

The Ultimate Guide to Las Vegas Film Locations (2025)

Las Vegas has become one of the most sought-after destinations for film, TV, commercial, and content production. From iconic neon streets to modern architecture, rugged desert landscapes, luxury resorts, and massive industrial zones, the city offers almost every look a filmmaker could want—within minutes of each other.

If your production is searching for Las Vegas film locations, this guide will show you what’s available, how to access them, and how Vegas Location Services (VLS) supports productions with scouting, permitting, and full location management.

Why Las Vegas Is a Top Filming Destination

Las Vegas delivers a unique combination of cinematic value and production convenience:

1. Diverse Looks in a 20-Minute Radius

  • The Strip – luxury, nightlife, modern glass towers

  • Downtown Las Vegas (DTLV) – vintage neon, urban grit, murals

  • Suburbs – upscale homes, neighborhoods, golf courses

  • Industrial areas – warehouses, yards, desert industrial parks

  • Natural landscapes – Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, Mojave Desert

  • Airports & hangars – McCarran (Harry Reid), North Las Vegas, private hangars

Las Vegas can double for Los Angeles, Miami, Atlantic City, Dubai, Phoenix, or almost any modern city.

2. Film-friendly and fast permitting

Clark County and the City of Las Vegas have straightforward film permit systems—and VLS handles the entire process.

3. Talent, crew & rentals

As home to major productions, conventions, sporting events, and long-running shows, Las Vegas has a deep pool of professional crew, gear rentals, and basecamp support (trailers, HMU, wardrobe, production).


Popular Las Vegas Film Location Categories

1. Iconic Las Vegas Strip Locations

The Strip features:

  • Resorts & hotels

  • Casinos

  • Rooftops and penthouses

  • Pool decks

  • Nightclubs & restaurants

  • Bridges, walkways, and neon frontages

Permitting the Strip requires coordination with Clark County and individual properties—VLS manages all communications, scouting, and logistics.


2. Downtown Las Vegas & Fremont East

Great for:

  • Gritty urban looks

  • Murals, alleys, bars

  • Vintage Vegas neon

  • Boutique hotels

  • Rooftop parking garages

DTLV is ideal for music videos, narrative projects, commercials, and influencer content.


3. Desert, Mountains & Open Roads

Minutes from Las Vegas:

  • Valley of Fire – red rock canyons, roadways, scenic vistas

  • Red Rock Canyon – cliff faces, desert plateaus

  • Jean Dry Lake – wide-open dry lake bed

  • Moapa & Overton – Middle-of-nowhere roads

  • Nelson & Eldorado Canyon – ghost towns and abandoned structures

This area is perfect for car commercials, action scenes, fashion, and long-lens cinematic landscapes.


4. Industrial & Commercial Properties

Las Vegas offers:

  • Warehouses

  • Distribution centers

  • Quarries

  • Airplane hangars

  • Machine shops

  • Large empty lots

These are excellent for productions requiring space, staging, or gritty backdrops. VLS maintains a private directory of industrial properties available for film use.


5. Residences, Estates & Private Properties

We scout and manage:

  • Modern custom homes

  • Luxury mansions

  • Ranch-style properties

  • Golf-course homes

  • Retro Vegas houses

These are frequently used for commercials, reality TV, branded content, and social media campaigns.

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Location Scouting & Management in Las Vegas

Finding the perfect film location is only the first step. Vegas Location Services provides a complete solution:

1. Location Scouting (Film, Photo, Commercial)

Custom scouting based on your script, creative deck, or shot list.

2. Location Management

We handle:

  • Property negotiations

  • Insurance compliance

  • Lockups & traffic control

  • On-set coordination

  • Load-in/out plans

3. Filming Permits

We secure permits with:

  • Clark County

  • City of Las Vegas

  • City of Henderson

  • BLM (for desert/open land)

  • NDOT (for road closures if needed)

4. Production Trailers & Basecamp Support

VLS provides:

Perfect for desert shoots, convention center activations, and long production days.

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How to Find the Perfect Las Vegas Film Location

1. Tell us your creative

Send us your treatment, mood board, or references.

2. We scout and present options

You receive curated location options with photos, logistics notes, and pricing.

3. We secure permits & approvals

You focus on creative—VLS handles the paperwork.

4. We manage the property during filming

Ensuring a smooth production day.


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Talent Trailers for Special Events

Talent Trailers for Special Event

It’s not just film sets that need premium talent accommodations. Concerts, festivals, and corporate events increasingly demand comfortable, private, and functional trailer setups for talent, executives, or performers.

Concerts, festivals, and corporate events increasingly demand premium trailer solutions that go beyond basic functionality. Today’s talent, executives, VIP guests, and production teams expect private, quiet, and fully equipped spaces to prepare, recharge, and operate efficiently. Our fleet of production-grade trailers delivers comfort, privacy, and performance—right on-site at major Las Vegas venues, trade shows, and large-scale live events.

From backstage green rooms and hair & makeup spaces to executive work suites and production command centers, we provide best-in-class mobile facilities designed for the fast-paced world of entertainment and hospitality. Whether you’re staging A-list performances on the Las Vegas Strip, coordinating a nationally televised tournament, or managing a multi-day convention at the Las Vegas Convention Center and nearby resorts, our trailers give your team the professional environment they need to operate at the highest level.

Our Talent and Production Trailers—including the 2021 Heritage Glen and 2022 Nitro Fifth Wheel—offer high-end comfort, climate control, and production-ready connectivity. Perfect for green rooms, makeup prep, or client hospitality at venues across Las Vegas.

Each unit arrives fully serviced, climate-controlled, and production-ready, with optional upgrades including custom furnishings, Wi-Fi, power distribution, water services, and branded exterior signage. Our on-site support team handles delivery, setup, and strike to ensure seamless integration into your event footprint—no stress, no downtime, and no compromises in quality.

Ideal for entertainment crews, corporate executives, celebrity talent, and brand activations, our trailer rentals offer a versatile and efficient solution for concerts, music festivals, film shoots, private trade show experiences, and VIP hospitality environments. When your event requires comfort, security, and a professional workspace, our mobile trailer facilities meet the demand with style and reliability.


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Production Supplies

Production Supplies: The Unsung Heroes of Every Shoot

Every successful production relies on a mountain of small details—trash liners, extension cords, wardrobe racks, traffic cones, walkies, and more. These are the tools that keep the day running smoothly, but rarely get the spotlight.

At Vegas Location Services, we supply productions with the practical gear that makes the impossible days possible. Whether it’s a short commercial day or a multi-week shoot, our inventory covers everything from shade tents and tables to expendables and safety gear.

Our goal? To make sure you never have to ask, “Does anyone have gaff tape?”

Check out our Production Supplies section for ready-to-go kits and same-day delivery options throughout the Las Vegas Valley.


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Vegas Film Community

The Nevada Film Community: A Growing Powerhouse

Nevada’s film scene has evolved far beyond the desert chase scenes and casino montages that once defined it. Today, it’s a vibrant and collaborative community of filmmakers, technicians, and creators drawn by world-class infrastructure, experienced crews, and a state that understands the business of entertainment.

From feature films and commercials to music videos and branded content, Nevada’s film ecosystem is thriving. With the growth of studios, rental houses, and support companies like Vegas Location Services, production teams can find everything they need—trailers, logistics, and equipment—all in one place.

Tax incentives, ease of permitting, and year-round sunshine continue to make Nevada an attractive option compared to its coastal neighbors. And with Las Vegas emerging as both a destination and a production hub, it’s clear that Nevada isn’t just a backdrop—it’s a production partner.


Looking for local insight or on-the-ground support for your next Nevada shoot? Contact Vegas Location Services for locations, logistics, and Basecamp support tailored to your production.