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National Park Service
U.S. Department of the Interior
LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA News Release
For Immediate Release: September 28, 2018
Release No.: 2018-49
Contact: 702-293-8693
SEASONAL CHANGES AT LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA
BOULDER CITY, Nevada – Now that fall has arrived, more visitors will be exploring Lake Mead National Recreation Area’s trails and campgrounds. There are a few seasonal changes that visitors should be aware of.
Trails Reopen
Goldstrike Canyon and White Rock Canyon/Arizona Hot Spring Canyon trails will reopen at Lake Mead National Recreation Area Oct. 1. The two strenuous trails close annually during the hot summer months in the interest of public and employee safety.
At Goldstrike Canyon, a new parking area has been created near the I-11 Hoover Dam exit, making it easier for vehicles to access and exit the trailhead.
In the past, vehicles parked along the narrow Goldstrike Canyon Road, sometimes blocking each other and making it challenging for emergency vehicles to access the trailhead. To avoid congestion, this roadway is now only accessible on foot.
A new informational sign has also been added near the top of the Goldstrike Canyon Road. It includes a downloadable trail map and information about the area.
The 5-mile roundtrip hike at Goldstrike Canyon requires rock scrambling and climbing. It leads to hot springs and the Colorado River. The area known as White Rock Canyon has multiple trails leading to the Arizona Hot Spring, Liberty Bell Arch and the Colorado River.
When hiking, visitors are reminded to be aware of changing weather conditions. The temperatures in the canyons can be 10-20 degrees warmer. They are also located in washes, which may flood during heavy rains.
To view a full list of the park’s trails, visit https://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/hike.htm.
Fire Restrictions Lifted
Seasonal fire restrictions were implemented June 1 across Southern Nevada public lands. As of Sept. 12, fires are permitted in Lake Mead’s backcountry; however, visitors must follow the below regulations:
- Fire size must be less than three feet in diameter.
- Fires must be at least 10 feet from the nearest beach logs, structure or vegetation.
- Chemically treated wood, painted wood, wood with nails or staples shall not be used.
- Fires must be above ground (no pit fires) and attended at all times.
- Fires must be completely extinguished with water, doused and stirred. Fires should not be covered with sand; as it will insulate the heat and create an unseen danger for wildlife and visitors.
- Rock Rings must be deconstructed and refuse must be removed from beach after visit
- Debris burning is not permitted.
- When shoreline camping, all charcoal ashes must be packed out and disposed of in park trash receptacles after ensuring that they are completely extinguished.
Black Canyon is a narrow waterway that extends from Hoover Dam to Willow Beach. To provide a wilderness experience, there are rules restricting certain watercraft at certain times of the year.
Houseboating, water-skiing and wakeboarding are prohibited year round for safety reasons. Vessels with motors are prohibited Sunday and Monday year round.
Boating is restricted to vessels with 65-horsepower engines or less Tuesday-Saturday until Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. Personal watercraft are prohibited daily until the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend.
Concessions Hours
Below are the planned changes at Lake Mead and Lake Mohave’s concessions operations. It is best to contact concessioners directly for the latest updates on their services.
Las Vegas Boat Harbor and Lake Mead Marina
Starting October 1
- Stores and offices open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Restaurants open Sunday-Thursday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Service open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4p.m.
- Gas Dock open daily, 24 hours a day
Lake Mead Cruises
- Noon Sightseeing Cruises run Nov. 1-Feb. 28
- Sunday Brunch Cruises run Nov. 1-25 at 10 a.m. (No brunch cruises December-January)
- No dinner cruises Nov. 1-March 9
- Boulder Beach store/admin open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Echo Bay store/admin open daily 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Dockside grill closed for the season
- Marina store closed for the season
- Admin office, land store, fuel dock and boat rentals open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Repair Shop open Wednesday-Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Lounge open Monday-Friday noon to 8 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Land snack bar open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-noon
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Also closed at noon on Christmas Eve
- Admin office closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, until mid-March
- Restaurant open Friday-Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 1-28. Open Nov. 2-3 and 9-10. Closed December-February
- Remaining services continue daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m., starting Oct. 1
Black Canyon Willow Beach
- Store open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 31. From Nov. 1-Feb. 28, open daily 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Willow Beach Grill open Friday-Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., until Nov. 1. Closed Nov. 1-Feb. 28. Pre-packaged food and snacks available in the store.
- Admin office open daily 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Marina and boat facilities open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 31. Services will be available at the motel front desk from Nov. 1-Feb. 15.
- Fuel dock open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Restaurant open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Nov. 1-Feb. 15.
- Retail store and motel open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Warehouse and dry storage open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays from Nov. 1-Feb. 15.
- Restaurant open daily 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is subject to closure Monday - Thursday.
- Retail store and fuel dock open daily 8 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
- Small boat rental and fuel dock open Friday - Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Motel will remain open. Office open daily 1 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- It is best to contact the concessioner directly for the latest updates on the services. For more information, visit http://katherinelanding.com.
Last updated: October 1, 2018