Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Swim, boat, hike, cycle, camp and fish at America’s first and largest 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.

Black Canyon at Lake Mead NRA

Visit Black Canyon Water Trail for rafting or kayaking

sun rising on Black Canyon

Redstone Picnic Area Lake Mead NRA

There are many picnic areas at Lake Mead NRA

picnic area at Redstone

Boating at lakes Mead and Mohave

Boating is a popular activity at lakes Mead and Mohave

power boaters on Lake Mead

Tour Operators Guide You through the Park

There are many tour operators to provide you with an excellent visit to Lake Mead NRA.

people on a tour operated craft exploring the lake.

Bighorn Sheep Enjoying the View at Lake Mead NRA

With wilderness comes wildlife. Bighorn sheep can be spotted at most areas of the park.

A group of bighorn sheep overlooking Lake Mead.