Auto and ATV

Scenic Driving

Biking

Road Biking

Boating

Motorized Boating

Sailing

Jet Skiing

Boat Tour

Camping

Backcountry Camping

Car or Front Country Camping

Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)

Group Camping

RV Camping

Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Food

Dining

Picnicking

Flying

Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Self-Guided Tours - Auto

Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour

Hiking

Backcountry Hiking

Front-Country Hiking

Horse Trekking

Horseback Riding

Hunting and Gathering

Hunting

Paddling

Canoeing

Kayaking

Stand Up Paddleboarding

Junior Ranger Program

SCUBA Diving

Snorkeling

Swimming

Freshwater Swimming

Water Skiing

Wildlife Watching

Park Film

Shopping

Bookstore and Park Store

Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Archeology

Ruins

Aviation

Dams

Industry

Mining

Native American Heritage

Schools and Education

Science, Technology and Innovation

Transportation

Roads, Routes and Highways

Westward Expansion

Animals

Birds

Cats (wild)

Fish

Tortoises and Turtles

Canyons and Canyonlands

Geology

Groundwater

Aquifers

Freshwater Springs

Geothermal

Hot Springs

Lakes

Mountains

Natural Sounds

Night Sky

River and Riparian

Rock Landscapes and Features

Scenic Views

Trails

Water Trails

Unique Species

Rare

Endangered

Watersheds

Wilderness

For Jr. Ranger badge/patch requests, we do not mail these. At this time the program requires completion of an activity book that is done in person at either the visitor center or at headquarters. 

Staff is available to respond to public emails usually within a week. If your business is urgent, please call the park directly.

Experience outdoor thrills, striking landscapes, and brilliant blue waters. This year-round recreation area spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast reservoirs. Visitors come here for scenic drives, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, camping, and much more.

Admits a private non-commercial vehicle for 1-7 days.

Entrance - Private Vehicle

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

Entrance - Motorcycle

Admits a single individual walking/bicycling for 1-7 days.

Entrance - Per Person

Admits vehicles at the per person rate for groups using vehicles for 12 or more people. The $15 cost is per person ages 16+, not to exceed the flat rate paid commercial tours for same type of vehicle.

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

Admits education/academic groups as long as a fee waiver form is filled out and approved.

Entrance - Education/Academic Groups

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

Commercial Entrance - Van

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

This pass admits the passholder only into Lake Mead National Recreation Area AND NOT other federal lands. The interagency passes allow access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites.

Admits passholder and occupants of a single, private non-commercial vehicle. In cases where per person fees are charged, pass is valid for the passholder + 3 adults.1 year from month of purchase. Good through 1 year from month of purchase.

Annual Entrance - Park

Black Canyon at Lake Mead NRA

Redstone Picnic Area Lake Mead NRA

Boating at lakes Mead and Mohave

people on a tour operated craft exploring the lake.

Tour Operators Guide You through the Park

A group of bighorn sheep overlooking Lake Mead.

Bighorn Sheep Enjoying the View at Lake Mead NRA

Lake Mead

Lake Mead National Recreation Area is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please note that while the majority of the park is accessible at all hours, our Visitor Center operates on a specific schedule. Be sure to plan your visit accordingly, as the Visitor Center is open during designated hours to provide you with valuable information, maps, and assistance from our knowledgeable staff.

All Park Hours

Day	Hours
Friday	All Day
Monday	All Day
Sunday	All Day
Tuesday	All Day
Saturday	All Day
Thursday	All Day
Wednesday	All Day

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

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