4-8 Hour Hikes at Lake Mead National Recreation Area

While there is no river access on this trail, hikers are rewarded throughout their adventure with geological highlights, remnants of a historic magnesium mine going back to the days of WWII, and a fantastic panoramic view overlooking the Colorado River from 1000 ft. up. 

Arizona Hot Spring trail is strenuous and can be combined to make a loop going down a 20-foot ladder to the White Rock Canyon trail. With a 750-foot elevation change and some steep scrambling, this hike is considered very strenuous. 

Follow this meandering canyon down as it compresses and loosens until it finally opens to reveal the mighty Colorado River.