Overview

Hype:

We went through Lake Mead Recreation Area on the way back from Las Vegas. We stopped at the Redstone picnic area, at Rogers Warm Spring, and at Valley of Fire State Park.

Time:

Fees: Toll road, entrance fee

Recommended Ages:

0-3
4-11
12-19
20-49
50-69
70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Features:
  • National Recreation Area
  • Lakes and Reservoirs
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Viewpoint, Overlooks, Vistas
  • Hiking Trails
  • Boating
  • Boat Ramp
  • Wildlife and Birding
  • Fishing

Links: http://www.nps.gov/lake/index.htm

Getting There

Navigate to 36.105732, -114.901024.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Lake Mead Recreation Area, Nevada

Coordinates: 36.105732, -114.901024

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February 25, 2011 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

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Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye,

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