Where is Lake Mead Recreational Area?

Where is Lake Mead Recreational Area?

Lake Mead, Nevada is located on the Colorado River, about 25 miles from the Las Vegas Strip, southeast of Las Vegas, in the states of both Nevada and Arizona. The Lake Mead Reservoir provides water to Arizona, California, Nevada and to parts of Mexico, where farmlands and nearly 20 million benefit from its sustenance.

What National Park is Lake Mead in?

Lake Mead National Recreation Area Lake Mead National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)

How much does it cost to get into Lake Mead Recreational Area?

Private (non-commercial), Entrance, Vessel and Camping Fees

Entrance Fees	Price	Duration
Annual Vehicle, Motorcycle or Individual	$45	1 year from month of purchase
Daily Vehicle	$25 per vehicle	7 consecutive days
Daily Motorcycle	$20	7 consecutive days
Daily Individual (walking, cycling)	$15	7 consecutive days

Is Lake Mead Open 2021?

U.S. Open October 11th-13th, 2021 at Lake Mead.

What part of Arizona is near the Hoover Dam?

The dam is located near Boulder City, Nevada, a municipality originally constructed for workers on the construction project, about 30 mi (48 km) southeast of Las Vegas, Nevada....

Hoover Dam
Hoover Dam by Ansel Adams, 1941
Official name	Hoover Dam
Location	Clark County, Nevada/Mohave County, Arizona, U.S.

Is Lake Mead National Park open?

Lake Mead National Recreational Area is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Fees apply. Some beaches and other areas are day-use only, from dawn til dusk.

Is Hoover Dam considered a national park?

Hoover Dam is not a National Park, but is part of the United States Bureau of Reclamation. Next to this area is the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, which does fall under the National Park System.

Is Lake Mead open to public?

Lake Mead National Recreational Area is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Fees apply. Some beaches and other areas are day-use only, from dawn til dusk.

Can you camp overnight at Lake Mead?

Enjoy nights admiring the Lake Mead sunset while camping at the Lake Mead RV Village. Whether you stay a night or a month, we provide excellent amenities to make your vacation memorable. For more information about these sites contact Lake Mead Mohave Adventures at 702-.

Is swimming allowed in Lake Mead?

At Lake Mead, swimming is always a popular way to enjoy the water, though visitors should keep in mind that there are no designated beaches or lifeguards. The recreation area also offers several marinas where you can launch a boat, along with plenty of hidden coves to discover via canoe and kayak.

How far is Lake Mead national recreation area from Las Vegas?

• The distance between Las Vegas and Lake Mead National Recreation Area is 22 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

What to do at Lake Mead?

• Lakes Mead and Mohave offer some of the country's best sport fishing. Boating and water skiing are favorite activities on the broad expanses of open water, along with kayaking and canoeing. There are shaded picnic areas with tables, water, fire grills and restrooms are located throughout the area.

Where to stay near Lake Mead?

• Temple Bar Resort. Located on Lake Mead in the Arizona town of Temple Bar is the The Temple Bar Resort. ...
• Hacienda Hotel and Casino. The Hacienda Hotel and Casino in Boulder City,Nevada,near Highway 93 is 10 minutes from Lake Mead's Boulder Basin area.
• Boulder Inn and Suites. ...
• The Courtyard Henderson. ...
• Cottonwood Cove Resort&Marina. ...

Is Lake Mead part of the Colorado River?

• Lake Mead is a lake on the Colorado River, about 24 mi (39 km) from the Las Vegas Strip, southeast of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, in the states of Nevada and Arizona. It is the largest reservoir in the United States in terms of water capacity.