Navigating the Strip with a Mobility Scooter

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Hello, everyone. My brother and I are traveling to Vegas 4th of July—staying at the Linq. We have both been to Vegas multiple times, but first time for him wherein scooter is necessary, and second time for me with scooter. My question: leaving the Linq, I know we can take monorail for easy access to south strip, cross bridge from MGM to NYNY, etc. But going north, leaving the Linq, can we directly get to Venetian, for example, or is it necessary to take an elevator to access an overhead walkway? For the life of me, I can’t remember what the route is like. For those of you still young and mobile and unaware of these things, the experience is very different when on scooter. You are low, the crowds in front of you block your view, if that makes sense. Not as easy to navigate as I thought it might be. But still fun! In addition, from Linq to Caesars, for example, do we cross the Strip on ground level? Perhaps part of needing the scooter to get from one place to another has also affected our memories… could be. Thank you for your help.

Answer

Navigating the Las Vegas Strip with a mobility scooter can be challenging but manageable with a little planning. Since you’ll be staying at the Linq, here’s a detailed overview of routes, accessibility options, and what to expect when traveling north and south along the Strip.

First, the Linq is well connected for southbound travel:

Monorail: The Las Vegas Monorail station at the Linq provides easy access to the south Strip, including stops at Harrah’s, Flamingo, Bally’s/Paris, and MGM Grand. Monorail platforms are fully wheelchair and scooter accessible, with elevators and ramps.
Pedestrian bridges to south Strip hotels: From the Linq, you can use the pedestrian bridges to cross safely to the MGM Grand via the Flamingo bridge, or to the south side hotels. Bridges have ramps or elevators, but can sometimes be crowded.

For northbound travel from the Linq, here is what you need to know:

Linq to Caesars Palace: There is a pedestrian bridge connecting the Linq area to Caesars. This bridge is fully accessible with elevators, and you do not need to cross the Strip at ground level. However, the elevators can sometimes have a wait if crowds are heavy.
Linq to Venetian/Palazzo: To get to the Venetian, you generally need to use either the pedestrian bridges connecting through Harrah’s/Caesars or use ground-level crosswalks at Las Vegas Blvd intersections. Some intersections have long signal wait times and heavy traffic, so plan extra time. The Venetian entrance itself is accessible, and the resort provides scooter-friendly routes inside.
Alternative routes: Many scooter users prefer taking a combination of accessible sidewalk paths and pedestrian bridges rather than crossing busy intersections at ground level, especially when crowds are heavy. Maps of the Linq area and north Strip show accessible ramps and paths that avoid stairs.

Additional tips for using a mobility scooter on the Strip:

Be aware that crowds can limit visibility and maneuvering space. Traveling early in the morning or late evening can make navigation easier.
Most pedestrian bridges, resorts, and casinos provide elevators or ramps for scooters and wheelchairs, but it may take longer during busy periods like the 4th of July.
Inside the resorts, all major attractions, restaurants, and pathways are scooter accessible. Some shows may require contacting the box office for accessible seating.
Ground-level crossings can be used when bridges are crowded, but always watch traffic signals and anticipate longer wait times for elevators or ramps.

In summary, traveling south from the Linq is straightforward using the monorail and pedestrian bridges. Northbound travel toward Caesars or the Venetian will require either an elevator to access pedestrian bridges or cautious use of ground-level crosswalks. Planning your routes in advance and accounting for extra time for elevators or crowded bridges will make the experience smoother and more enjoyable.

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