Alerts & Conditions

Alerts

Current Conditions

There are no active seasonal trail closures at this time.

BE AWARE:

Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail - This is a maintained trail without rough terrain. SUMMER: This trail remains open, however plan your hike only for the early morning hours and return to your car before 10 a.m.

Declining water levels due to climate change and 20 years of ongoing drought have reshaped the park’s shorelines. As Lake Mead continues to recede, extending launch ramps becomes more difficult and more expensive due to the topography and projected decline in water levels. Lake Mead National Recreation Area encourages visitors to plan ahead and stay informed by checking current conditions and alerts.

Lake levels change regularly. Launching is at your own risk. Be prepared for longer wait times for launching and recovery. Always check your surroundings before launching. Ongoing maintenance and construction at ramps may require temporary closures.

Current Daily Water Levels for Lake Mead and Lake Mohave (Bureau of Reclamation)
Frequently Asked Questions


Status of Launch Ramps on Lake Mead

  • Hemenway Harbor Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • Four lanes on concrete, only shallow-hulled boats not exceeding 24' in length.
  • Echo Bay Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • Two lanes on concrete.
  • Callville Bay Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • Concessionaire launch operations on Mobi Mat are operable. Please contact concessionaire directly at 928-767-3214 to inquire about launch ramp status.
  • Temple Bar Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • Concessionaire launch operations on Mobi Mat are operable. Please contact concessionaire directly at 928-767-3214 to inquire about launch ramp status.
  • South Cove Launch Ramp - INOPERABLE DUE TO LO WATER LEVELS

Status of Launch Ramps on Lake Mohave

  • Cottonwood Cove Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • 6 lanes on concrete.
  • Katherine's Landing Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • 2 lanes on concrete.
  • Willow Beach Launch Ramp - OPERABLE
    • 3 lanes on concrete.

There are no active fire restrictions at this time.

Get current water temperatures, wind speeds, wave heights and more by clicking on the below links and then clicking on the observations tab.

Lake Mead

Lake Mohave

If a monsoon develops, which can happen rapidly, those on the water should find a sheltered cove or shore. Launch ramps become crowded after storms arrive. It’s also wise to write down current GPS coordinates, so rescue crews can locate you more quickly. If flash flooding occurs on land, visitors should seek high ground.

 

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

601 Nevada Way
Boulder City, NV 89005

Phone:

702 293-8990
Call 911 For All Emergencies (24 hours). Call 988 for Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24 Hours). Call 702-293-8990 for Visitor and Recreation Information (Visitor Center open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 7 days a week, excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day). Call 702-293-8906 for Park Business and Administration (Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday - Friday, excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day).

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