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Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Frequently Asked Questions
 
The answers to many questions visitors ask about Lake Mead National Recreation Area can be found on this website.


Q. What is the water temperature at Lake Mead or Lake Mohave?
A. Water temperatures are updated daily. Weather and Water Temperatures

Q. Can I make reservations at a campground?
A. There are no reservations at Park Service Campgrounds. Complete Camping Info

Q. Where can I go hiking?
A. There are few established hiking trails but many places to hike. Hiking

Q. Where can I rent a houseboat?
A. Several concessioners rent houseboats, as well as other types of water craft. Marinas

Q. Where can I buy an annual pass?
A. Daily and annual passes can be purchased at the entrance stations. Annual passes may also be purchased by mail.Fee Schedule

Q. How much are Lake Use Fees?
A. Lake use fees for one vessel for 1 to 5 days is $10.00. More complete information can be found on the Fee Schedule

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Did You Know?
Lake Mead was named in honor of Dr. Elwood Mead. As Commissioner of Reclamation from 1924 - 1936, he drafted new specifications for a giant project that would dam the Colorado River and create the world's (at that time) largest artificial lake.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST