Operating Hours & Seasons

 

Park Hours

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. Occasionally, temporary emergency closures may be in place. Please check our alerts and conditions page before visiting.

 

Fee Free Days

 

Come experience the national parks. On six days in 2021, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2021:

• January 18: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
• April 17: First day of National Park Week
• August 4: One year anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
• August 25: National Park Service Birthday
• September 25: National Public Lands Day
• November 11: Veterans Day

The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation or special tours.

 

 

Seasons

 

Spring

Spring at Lake Mead is one of the most popular times of the year to visit. Due to warm and sunny days and the possibility of spring wildflowers, camping, hiking and fishing are a few of our most popular past times.

Average Temperature:

(April, May and June): Daytime highs reach 80-98F (27-37C) degrees. Nighttime lows reach 50-66F (10-19C) degrees.

 

Summer

With the summer reaching record temperatures, both Lake Mead and Lake Mohave become the central focus of most visitors. Enjoy a variety of water recreation activities in a rugged and picturesque setting.

Average Temperature:

(July, August and September): Daytime highs reach 89-103F (32-40C) degrees. Summer can be a dangerous time due to excessive heat. Some hiking trails are closed for public safety. Keep water on you at all times.

 

Fall

With the possibility of warm and pleasant weather, campgrounds become more active and are usually packed with visitors from all over the globe. Reservations are recommended. Hiking seasons also starts up fresh with many trails reopening until summer.

Average Temperature:

(October, November and December): Daytime highs reach 59-83F (15-23C) degrees. Nighttime lows reach 32-50F (0-10C) degrees.

 

Winter

With the occasional snowcapped mountain and spectacular winter sunsets, Lake Mead becomes the tourist destination for photographers, bikers and campers alike.

Average Temperature:

(January, February and March) Daytime highs reach 57-69F (14-21C) degrees. Nighttime lows reach 30-40F (-1-4C) degrees.