Set Your Sights on the DesertLake Mead National Recreation Area was established, in part, to preserve the recreational potential of the area, which includes the traditions of hunting, fishing and trapping. The harvesting of wildlife in the park is carefully regulated with state partnerships to ensure equilibrium between wildlife and their habitats.Hunting InformationThe desert is very hot in the summer. Temperatures in the backcountry can surpass 110 F degrees. Bring plenty of water and food for everyone in your party, including dogs. Cellphone service is limited. Let people know where you are going and when you will return. Lake Mead National Recreation Area is located in both Nevada and Arizona. All hunters on public lands must carry a state hunting license for the state where they are hunting. For more information about hunting licenses in Nevada, visit the Nevada Department of Wildlife. In Arizona, learn more at Arizona Game and Fish.
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Last updated: May 28, 2026