Last verified: March 2026
Cannabis Is Legal in Las Vegas
Las Vegas welcomes over 40 million visitors annually, and cannabis is a fully legal option for adults 21 and older. With approximately 79 licensed dispensaries in Southern Nevada, finding a place to purchase is easy. Clark County, which includes Las Vegas, is one of only four Nevada counties that permit recreational cannabis businesses.
All you need is a valid government-issued photo ID showing you are 21+. No residency requirement, no medical card needed. A driver's license, passport, or state ID from any state or country works.
Dispensaries Near the Las Vegas Strip
Southern Nevada has the highest concentration of dispensaries in the state, with many located within a short drive or rideshare trip from the Las Vegas Strip. Several operate 24 hours a day to accommodate the city's round-the-clock culture. Major dispensary brands with Strip-adjacent locations include Planet 13 (one of the world's largest dispensaries), Cookies, Jardín, Curaleaf, and NuWu Cannabis Marketplace.
The CCB maintains an official, verified list of all Southern Nevada retail stores with addresses and interactive Google Maps at ccb.nv.gov/list-of-licensees. You can also browse menus and deals on Leafly and Weedmaps, but always verify a dispensary's license status through the CCB.
The CCB urges consumers to "purchase from state certified dispensaries/retail stores that maintain compliance with the law." Only licensed dispensaries guarantee tested, properly labeled products.
Purchase Limits
Since January 1, 2024, you can purchase and possess:
- 2.5 ounces of cannabis flower (70.88 grams)
- 0.25 ounces of concentrated cannabis (7.09 grams)
- Or an equivalent of 7,087 mg of THC in other products
- Edibles are capped at 10 mg THC per serving and 100 mg per package
These limits apply per day and are the same for tourists and residents. The CCB provides a mix-and-match equivalency chart if you want to combine flower, concentrates, and edibles in a single purchase. For help choosing between edibles, vapes, and flower, see Methods of Consumption on TryCannabis.org.
Where to Consume in Las Vegas
This is the biggest challenge for Las Vegas visitors. Cannabis consumption is legal only on private property (with owner permission) or in a licensed consumption lounge. Public consumption is a misdemeanor with fines up to $600.
DAZED! at Planet 13 — State-Licensed Consumption Lounge
DAZED! is currently the only state-licensed consumption lounge operating in Nevada. Key details:
| Location | 2548 W Desert Inn Rd, Las Vegas (attached to Planet 13 dispensary) |
|---|---|
| Opened | April 5, 2024 |
| Size | 3,000 square feet |
| Capacity | Approximately 250 customers per day |
| Type | Retail consumption lounge (attached to dispensary) |
| Requirements | Must be 21+, strict ID check, only consume products purchased within the lounge |
NuWu Cannabis Marketplace SkyHigh Lounge
The NuWu Cannabis Marketplace SkyHigh Lounge, owned by the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, has been operating since 2019 on sovereign tribal land. Because it is located on tribal territory, it is regulated by the tribe, not the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board. NuWu is one of the largest cannabis retail operations in the world and offers both a dispensary and consumption lounge experience.
The NuWu Cannabis Marketplace SkyHigh Lounge operates on Las Vegas Paiute Tribe sovereign land and is regulated by the tribe, not the CCB.
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Hotel and Casino Policies
Most Las Vegas hotels and casinos explicitly prohibit cannabis use in rooms and on their property. This is a private policy decision by each property, and they have the legal right to enforce it. Violating a hotel's cannabis policy can result in:
- Cleaning surcharges added to your room bill
- Fines assessed by the property
- Removal from the hotel without refund
Under NRS 678D.500, landlords and property owners may prohibit cannabis use on their premises. This extends to hotels, casinos, and vacation rentals. Do not assume your hotel room is a safe place to consume.
Rather than risking a hotel fine or eviction, visit DAZED! at Planet 13 or the NuWu SkyHigh Lounge to consume legally. Both are within a short rideshare trip from the Strip.
Getting Around: Transport Tips
If you purchase cannabis and need to transport it:
- Store cannabis in the trunk or glove box of your vehicle — not on the seat next to you
- Use rideshare services like Uber or Lyft rather than driving yourself, especially if you plan to consume
- Never consume in a moving vehicle, even as a passenger — this is illegal under Nevada law
- Do not drive impaired — Nevada has strict cannabis DUI laws with penalties ranging from fines and jail time to felony charges for repeat offenders
Federal Land: Absolute No-Go Zones
Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. Las Vegas visitors should be aware that these popular destinations are federal land where cannabis possession can result in federal charges — regardless of amount or medical card status.
Federal land near Las Vegas where cannabis is prohibited includes:
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) — all airport terminals and grounds
- Hoover Dam — the dam and its surrounding federal recreation areas
- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area
- Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Mt. Charleston)
- All federal courthouses, VA hospitals, and government buildings
Use it or dispose of your cannabis before heading to the airport or any federal land.
Taxes on Cannabis Purchases
For a recreational purchase in Las Vegas, you will pay:
- 10% retail excise tax on adult-use purchases
- 8.375% sales tax (the Clark County rate)
- A 15% wholesale excise tax is already embedded in the retail price
On a $50 purchase, expect to pay approximately $9.61 in direct taxes. The effective total tax burden including the wholesale component reaches approximately 25–33%. If you have an out-of-state medical card, you are exempt from the 10% retail excise tax.
Official Sources
For in-depth cannabis education, dosing guides, safety information, and research summaries, visit our partner site TryCannabis.org