Where To Tent Camp Around Lake Mead?

Vehicle camping is permitted in designated camp areas only

. Those areas are identified in the Backcountry Management Plan, on the park's approved road maps and on-site with the approved camping symbol sign. Camping within Lake Mead National Recreation Area is limited to 90 days within a consecutive 12-month period.

Can you disperse camp at Lake Mead?

Free Camping at Lake Mead, Nevada

Stewart's Point along Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Nevada remains one of the few free camping locations overlooking the lake's northern Overton arm.

There is about 4 to 5 miles of road with enough dispersed camp space to accommodate hundreds of RVs

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Can you sleep at Lake Mead?

Great Sleep and Delicious Food

Enjoy affordable lodging that's comfortably accommodating. Whether staying for a day or several,

there are plenty of eating and sleeping options within the park

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How much does it cost to camp at Lake Mead?

Can you drive around Lake Mead?

Lake Mead's roads are used by vehicles, bicycles, walkers and even wildlife. Obey posted speed limits. Seat belts or child safety seats are required for all occupants in a vehicle and failure to use them is a primary offense in the park.

Drive only on paved roads or unpaved approved roads signed with yellow arrows

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Can I swim 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.

Is Lake Mead BLM?

The LMC is in southeastern Nevada and comprises approximately 274,000 acres of public land

jointly managed by BLM and the National Park Service

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Are there showers at Lake Mead?

Lake Mead RV Village (Echo Bay)

Amenities include drinking water, flush toilets,

hot showers

, a laundry, picnic area, playground, recreation room and Wifi.

Are dogs allowed at Lake Mead?

Pets are welcome within Lake Mead National Recreation Area

— in developed areas, on hiking trails, along many beaches, and in campgrounds and some lodging facilities, but there are rules and things to consider.

Is alcohol allowed on Lake Mead?

The consumption or direct possession of an alcoholic beverage by a person operating a vehicle or vessel is prohibited

. Glass bottles and Styrofoam are prohibited in the park. Weather, Forecasts and Lake Levels are found on Lake Mead's Weather Page. Bike paths have STOP signs at road intersections.

Where do you stay when you go to Lake Mead?

Lake Mead RV Village

offers nightly, weekly and monthly campsite stays at Boulder Beach and Echo Bay. Reservations are required and pets are allowed. If you're looking for a place to stay and play, consider Hoover Dam Lodge your next stop.

Is Lake Mead cool?

One of the most awesome day trips from Las Vegas is to drive about 40-minutes south east from The Strip and discover all the cool things to do at Lake Mead.

The striking desert scenery and brilliant blue waters of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area is a true oasis in the desert.

Can you camp anywhere in Nevada?

Nevada's public lands are open to camping

. There is no fee for dispersed, primitive camping, but there is a limit to the number of days one may camp in the same location. Dispersed, primitive camping is camping where there are no developed amenities such as water or toilets.

Is it free to go to Lake Mead?

Lake Mead National Recreation Area is one of 117 National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee

. The other 300 national parks, such as Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument, will remain free to enter.

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. These areas are marked on site with signs.

Is Lake Mead worth visiting?

Lake Mead is

one of the most popular destinations in the state of Nevada

. It is home to the Hoover Dam, wildlife, beautiful scenery, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. If you are thinking of making a trip to Lake Mead, we have four destinations that you and the whole family will love!

Is there a city under Lake Mead?

Within the park boundaries lies a ghost town that was inundated when Lake Mead first filled up in the 1930's. Once a Mormon settlement, St. Thomas thrived as a stopping point between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City along the Arrowhead Trail.

How many entrances are there to Lake Mead?

The

six main entrances

to Lake Mead are as follows: Northshore, Lake Mead Boulevard, Lake Mead Parkway, and Boulder, Temple Bar and Meadview. For the southern sections of the park, near Lake Mohave, there are entrance stations at Willow Beach, Katherine Landing and Cottonwood Cove.

Is there alligators in Lake Mead?

We do know that

a 3-1/2 foot alligator was caught in the lake at Sunset Park in 2009

. And just last year, a fisherman at Sunset Park claimed he saw something large pop up and eat a duck.

Is Lake Mead dirty?

Compared to other large metropolitan areas,

the lake has relatively little water contamination from human activity

. That's because the Colorado River is a very clean water source and provides about 97 percent of Lake Mead's water.

Are the fish in Lake Mead safe to eat?

Can I eat the fish from lakes Mead and Mohave?

Yes

. Fish from lakes Mead and Mohave have been sampled for heavy metal and mercury concentrations since 2002. During a Lake Mead sampling conducted in 2008, researchers found unsatisfactory mercury concentrations in only 10 fish out of 221 sampled.

Where is Kingman Wash?

Kingman Wash Road (NPS Road 70) is a maintained backcountry road

off Highway 93 south of Hoover Dam in Arizona

. The road runs for about 3.6 miles over hills and down washes through the wild backcountry of Lake Mead National Recreation Area to the colorful Paint Pots area at the shore of Lake Mead.

Can you camp anywhere on Lake Mohave?

Those wishing to camp along Lake Mohave

can choose from two different campgrounds and numerous backcountry sites

. The Overton Arm area encompasses the northern section of Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It's bordered by Valley of Fire State Park.

Where is government wash?

Government Wash lies

within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area just east of Las Vegas, NV

. There is a fee to entry ($10 for 7 days, $30 for a year, or you can use your America The Beautiful Pass), but for this small cost you'll get some outstanding views.

Does Lake Mead have bathrooms?

There are numerous scenic overlooks along the way with

accessible picnic tables and restrooms

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Does Lake Mead have beaches?

Located just minutes from Las Vegas,

Boulder Beach

stretches more than a mile along the shoreline of the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. The beach is popular for swimming, boating and sailing. Stay the night in the nearby campground or RV park, enjoy a picnic while viewing the lake and stroll along the easy trails.

Do I need reservations for Lake Mead?

Park picnic areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We do not take reservations

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