Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Carp Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Carp Cove in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers a landscape of rocky terrain and desert vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows around 40°F in winter. Visitors can explore the nearby Hoover Dam and the scenic views of Lake Mead.
Description
Vehicle camping is permitted at developed campgrounds or in primitive areas designated on the backcountry maps. Vehicles of all kinds, including four-wheel drives, motorcycles and bicycles, must stay on designated roads.
Detours Nearby
Arrowhead Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
2 hrs 30 min away
Searchlight BLM
2 hrs 40 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 44 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 2 hrs 46 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 2 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 4 hrs 15 min from St. George, UT
Location
Carp Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area is located in Arizona
Coordinates
35.47636206937881 N
114.66102353186506 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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