Lake Mead National Recreation Area

America’s Most Diverse National Recreation Area

Boat, hike, cycle, camp and fish at America’s most diverse national recreation area. With striking landscapes and brilliant blue waters, this year-round playground spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast lakes. See the Hoover Dam from the waters of Lake Mead or Lake Mohave, or find solitude in one of the park’s nine wilderness areas.

    Enjoy

  1. Fishing (shore and boat)
  2. Boating (skiing/sailing/leisure)
  3. Jet Skiing
  4. Hiking
  5. Camping
  6. Picnicking
    • Numerous marinas and boat launches are available around the lake. Call in advance to confirm services or accesses you need as depending on weather, demand and water levels, not all services are available at all times.

      Scuba Diving is permitted BUT requires special use permits and some areas are off limits. Contact National Park Service or a local Dive Shop for information. DO NOT dive without permission.

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      Courtesy S. Ward – The ride to the pumpkin patch