![]() NPS / Andrew Cattoir ![]() Current Conditions
Check our alerts and conditions page to learn about closures, weather, and launch ramp conditions before visiting. ![]() Park Map
View the official Lake Mead National Recreation Area park map. ![]() Eating and Sleeping
Eating and Sleeping Information ![]() Places to Go
Places to visit while at Lake Mead, from Black Canyon to the St. Thomas townsite. ![]() Raft the Black Canyon
See the Hoover Dam from the Colorado River! Raft trips depart daily and travel through the Black Canyon National Water Trail. ![]() Trip Itineraries
Many areas of the park are in our trip itineraries where you can discover and explore Lake Mead. ![]() Safety
Please enjoy yourself at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, but remember alcohol, drugs and water don't mix. ![]() Calendar
Here you will find dates and events around Lake Mead NRA. ![]() Accessibility
Accessibility information ![]() News
Lake Mead National Recreation Area Newspaper ![]() Nearby parks and attractions
There are many nearby National and local parks within several hours of Lake Mead ![]() Lake Mead Visitor Center
Enjoy our visitor center where you can get information about the park, maps, directions, books and many displays about the park. ![]() Guided Experiences
Info about guided tour options including ranger-led hikes, cruises, raft trips, paddlecraft adventures and hunting and fishing excursions. ![]() Marinas
Get information about our marinas on lakes Mead and Mohave ![]() Boating
Information about boating on lakes Mead and Mohave. Guides, safety information, regulatory information and more ![]() Camping
Information about our campgrounds, locations, RV and back-country camping ![]() Canoeing & Kayaking
We are a paddlers paradise. Get information about Hoover Dam launch information, Black Canyon Water Trail and regulatory requirements |
Last updated: August 27, 2025