My boys, ages 10 and 13, really enjoyed their time there. I wished I would have purchased the older one the skid steer package, because both wanted to drive not just work the excavator. It was super hot, but there was a lot of shade and even a little swamp cooler for the parents to enjoy while watching their kids have fun. Our guide, Max was awesome! Thanks for the fun dig! We "dug" our time there!
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Dig This – Excavator Playground
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The playground for grown-ups: At Dig This, you operate real excavators and bulldozers – dig trenches, stack tires, and move tons of dirt.
Dig This is America’s first “Heavy Equipment Playground”: On a vast site west of the Strip, you can operate real Caterpillar excavators and bulldozers yourself.
After a brief orientation with a headset connection to the instructor, you’re off: digging trenches, stacking huge tires, balancing balls on cones – all with machines weighing several tons.
Programs range from 70 minutes to half a day, with smaller machines also available for kids ages 8 and up.
What to Expect
- Operate real CAT excavators and bulldozers yourself
- Briefing with a headset link to your instructor
- Challenges: stacking tires, balancing balls
- Programs starting at 70 minutes
- Also for teens ages 8 and up
Dig This – Excavator Playground: Duration, Times & Guests
70 min. to half a day
Duration
Excavators & bulldozers (CAT)
Machines
approx. 10 min. west of the Strip
City
ages 8 and up (small machines)
Minimum age
Tips for Your Visit
- Closed-toe shoes are required – and clothes you don’t mind getting dusty.
- The excavator experience is the classic choice, while the bulldozer packs even more power.
- Book early in the morning, it gets hot in summer.
- No alcohol before driving – a breathalyzer test is required.
Here You’ll Find Dig This – Excavator Playground
3012 S Rancho Dr, Las Vegas
Recent Reviews
We visited Dig This Las Vegas this past Wednesday as walk-ins without a reservation, and they were able to fit us in, which was a great start to our day. Both of my sons, ages 10 and 11, did the small excavator experience, and they had an absolute blast! Their instructor, Brandon, was outstanding. He was incredibly patient with the kids, explained everything clearly, made them feel comfortable, and kept the entire experience fun from start to finish. You can tell he genuinely enjoys working with kids and wants them to have a great time. Even though it was 107 degrees in Las Vegas that day, we had so much fun that we barely noticed the heat. Watching my boys operate a real excavator was something I’ll never forget. I don’t think I’ve ever seen them that excited. They couldn’t stop smiling as they dug, scooped, and completed the different challenges. By the end, I wanted to jump in and do it myself! I love that they have experiences for everyone—from younger kids to adults—so it’s something the whole family can enjoy. If you’re looking for something unique to do in Las Vegas that’s outside the casinos, I highly recommend Dig This. It’s a fun, hands-on experience that’s perfect for families and creates lasting memories. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in Vegas. Thank you, Brandon, for making our boys’ day so special!
Our son celebrated his 14th birthday with a surprise 90min session of driving a skid. He loved it! The training and safety class was great. My husband and I were given a headset so we could hear all communication and give compliments... He made a piramid of tires and transported a huge load of dirt. It was awesome! They were also very hospitable with bottles of water, great pictures and a good viewing area.
Wir waren im Hochsommer dort und waren die einzigen Gäste. Wir wurden sehr gut versorgt und die Kinder (auf dem Kinderparkour) und ich hatten sehr viel Spaß
Super Spass! Auch für Kinder geeignet!
Ausgewählte Bewertungen by Google, as of 17.10.2026. Source: Dig This Las Vegas at Google.