Lake Mead Visitor Center
10 Lakeshore Rd
Boulder City, NV 89005
By car you can drive to one of the park's many entrances. The six main entrances to Lake Mead are as follows: Northshore, Lake Mead Boulevard, Lake Mead Parkway, and Boulder, Temple Bar, and Meadview. For the southern sections of the park, near Lake Mohave, there are entrance stations at Willow Beach, Katherine Landing and Cottonwood Cove.
All Park HoursLake 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.
Spring (April, May and June): Daytime highs 80 °F to 98 °F. Nighttime lows 50 °F to 66 °F
Summer* (July, August and September): Daytime highs 89 °F to 103 °F (It can get up to 117 °F.)
Fall (October, November and December): Daytime highs 59 °F to 83 °F. Nighttime lows 32 °F to 50 °F.
Winter (January, February and March) Daytime highs 57 °F to 69 °F. Nighttime lows 30 °F to 40 °F.
*Summer can be a dangerous time due to excessive heat. Some trails are closed for public safety.
Entrance Fee (Standard Entrance Pass) | Type | Dates | Cost |
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| Private Vehicle | Year-round | $25.00 |
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| Motorcycle | Year-round | $20.00 |
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| Per Person | Year-round | $15.00 |
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| Education/Academic Group | Year-round | $0.00 |
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| Non-commercial Group (16+ persons) | Year-round | $15.00 |
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| Commercial Sedan (1-6 seats) | Year-round | $25.00 |
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| Commercial Van (7-15 seats) | Year-round | $50.00 |
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| Commercial Mini-bus (16-25 seats) | Year-round | $60.00 |
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| Commercial Motor Coach (26+ seats) | Year-round | $150.00 |
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Other Entrance Passes | Type | Cost |
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| Annual Park Pass | $45.00 |
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Before you start your adventure, stop by the Lake Mead Visitor Center. Whether you have one hour or one week, rangers and volunteers will help you plan an unforgettable trip. In addition to grabbing maps and brochures, you can get your National Park passport stamp or become a junior ranger.
The Western National Parks Association operates the park store from within the center. It's stocked with books about the park and the region, Native American arts, jewelry and crafts, posters, outerwear and more. - Every Day:9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Before you start your adventure, stop by the Lake Mead Visitor Center. Whether you have one hour or one week, rangers and volunteers will help you plan an unforgettable trip. In addition to grabbing maps and brochures, you can get your National Park passport stamp or become a junior ranger. Closures & Seasonal ExceptionsHolidays2025–2026 | New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Closed |
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| Thanksgiving Day | November 27, 2025 | Closed |
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| Christmas Day | December 25, 2025 | Closed |
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An information kiosk is located inside Lake Mead's Headquarters building. - Sunday:Closed
- Monday-Friday:8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Saturday:Closed
Open Monday-Friday 8 am to 4 pm. Closed Saturday, Sunday, and major holidays. Closures & Seasonal ExceptionsHolidays2025–2026 | New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Closed |
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| Independence Day | July 4, 2025 | Closed |
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| Thanksgiving Day | November 27, 2025 | Closed |
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| Christmas Day | December 25, 2025 | Closed |
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Public WiFi is available.
Cell service including data is increasing in availability around Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, but it is still limited or nonexistent in some areas.
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