Climb into a Cat 320 excavator and feel the raw torque of heavy machinery at Adrenaline Mountain in Las Vegas. This hands-on session pairs a safety briefing with guided controls so you can pick up, drop, and crush metal in a safe desert setting.
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You climb the steel steps, the cab hums, and the Mojave sun seems to dare you to make something move. From inside a Cat 320 excavator the world compresses into joysticks, the clank of metal, and a wireless headset that turns instruction into immediate action. The first bite into a scraped car is tactile — a tooth of steel meeting sheet metal — and the machine answers with effortless torque.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people of most fitness levels; mobility to climb into a cab and steady balance required.
Wildlife
History
The attraction repurposes heavy-industry equipment into experiential tourism, reflecting Las Vegas’s trend of turning industrial spectacle into entertainment.
Conservation
The Mojave is ecologically sensitive; minimize off-track walking, pack out trash, and respect noisy operations to reduce wildlife disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Smash and Grab at Adrenaline Mountain today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Closed-toe footwear
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and long pants — cab entry and controls are metal and dusty.
Hydrate and protect from sun
Bring a refillable water bottle and sunscreen; runs are outdoors on exposed desert ground.
Arrive early for orientation
Orientation is required and starts before hands-on time — arriving 20–30 minutes early avoids delays.
Follow headset directions
Instructor guidance over the headset keeps you safe and lets you get the most control experience.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet while climbing in and out of the excavator and standing on metal steps.
Long pants
Shields legs from hot metal surfaces, dust, and debris during operation.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated in desert heat between runs.
summer
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Reduces glare and UV exposure during outdoor activity.
summer