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Reviewed Jul. 20, 2021

Beautiful Views!

This review is for Lake Mead - Boulder Beach Campground.  Disperse Camping. No hookups.  We chose site 87 as it is a back in site with a beautiful view of Lake Mead.  Very level, paved site with some shade from the trees.  Only stayed one night as the RV got to hot during generator quiet hours 10 pm - 6 am. We had to pick up some trash left behind by previous campers.  AT&T and T-mobile coverage. Has running, walking, biking trails available. Near the Hoover Dam.  We visited the Marina Restaurant one night for dinner and drinks.  Good food and great service!  Would stay longer in the fall/winter months.

SiteSite 87
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Jody J., July 20, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Jody J., July 20, 2021
Reviewed Jun. 30, 2021

There is a campground and RV Village next to eachother

The Dyrt has the listing for the same spot. There are two completely different areas, the campground site is directly next to the RV village. The campground has potable water spots throughout and is completely shaded with lots of foliage. The RV village has a few permanent residents, but there are many spots in the front, rear and side of the village for rv campers. There was no tent camping in the RV village, but you can tent camp in the regular campground next to it. The best spots are right in front of the village, which had at least 20 spots that are able to be reserved. Full hookups in the RV village. All front spots are on concrete pads, so no guessing if your rig is balanced. There is a little general store on property and its also where you check in. Went in the spring, when the weather isn't too bad at Lake Mead. You can walk to the lake, but it is a looooong walk. You can drive your vehicle right onto the lake shore and park directly next to the lake. I did this a few times when there. It was great to back up the truck, open the tail gate and sit right on the lake shore. Boulder City is a short drive with plenty of food and activities to check out.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by T K., June 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by T K., June 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by T K., June 30, 2021
Reviewed May. 17, 2021

Mothers day

Went camping for the first time in mothers day weekend and we had a gd time the campground is clean the bathroom are clean

Siteboulder beach
Month of VisitMay
Reviewed May. 9, 2021

Campground not the village

I purchased a travel trailer for my wife for her birthday and this was the first trip. We stayed at the NPR campground at Boulder beach. Campground was excellent! Potable water is close to all sites and all have partial shade. As we pay 10 per night with senior access it was perfect!

Site66
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Les W., May 9, 2021
Reviewed May. 2, 2021

Boulder beach

My lil family abousoulty loved it here despite the fact there are alot of rocks we love that we could pull up our car right next to the water very big..we liked it so much We are going back for weekend camping trip

Siteboulder beach
Month of VisitApril
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Reviewed Mar. 26, 2021

Bestest

Best winter getaway. Boulder city is a great town to resupply and outfit.

Reviewed Mar. 23, 2021

Beautiful Basecamp

We stayed in mid March for 6 nights, spot 902. The place was packed the entire week with in and outs. Extraordinarily friendly hosts. They drive you to your site on arrival and are around if you need anything. This site is on National Park Land so it is a few area to enter $25/7-days (they do accept America the Beautiful passes)

Our spot was a pull through with full hook ups. If you want a view of Lake Mead and they don’t have lake view spots available avoid the 900 spots (9th street). Clean well kept bathrooms and laundry. About a mile walk each way to Boulder and Special Events Beaches (or a quick drive - you can drive right up to the water). Also two minute drive to the marina and 10 min to Hoover Dam and 40 minutes to the Vegas Strip.

Would make a stop here again if we were back in the area.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Erin A., March 23, 2021
Reviewed Mar. 19, 2021

Lake Sites are the Best

We camped here on the shakedown trip for our new Alpha Wolf 22SW-L. We got one of the lower sites with a lake view and it was great. The view was spectacular! Only gripe is that the cable wasn't working and they offered no solution and certainly didn't discount the price. I would stay here again.

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by tom R., March 19, 2021
Reviewed Dec. 25, 2020

Top notch campground

Excellent sites, water available, restrooms. Sign for WiFi but could never connect? Our go to campground for a quick getaway.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Les W., December 25, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Les W., December 25, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Les W., December 25, 2020
Reviewed Nov. 29, 2020

Wow! Stunning, clean and convenient

This spot is stunningly beautiful.  We were there on Thanksgiving day and the owners still came by to make sure everything was ok.  RV spot right along a big open field in front of Lake Mead.  All sites are beautiful and clean.  Everything worked perfectly.  Five minute drive to Hoover Dam.

Reviewed Oct. 30, 2020

Full hookups and great view

The sites are nice and flat with full hookups and a great view. The staff was very friendly and it was easy to get a spot and checkin last minute. The only thing is the cost is a bit high. If the weather is nice and you don't need hookups for a/c etc then try to camp right next door at the campground. The campground has trees and more of a chill vibe. Both are nice though and the view is the same. There's gonna be some noise at both locations, lots of light, and people very close to you. But everyone seemed nice and friendly. Note: dogs are not allowed at the beach.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Elaine V., October 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Elaine V., October 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Elaine V., October 30, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Elaine V., October 30, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 24, 2020

Pros and cons

Stayed here for a night in late September 2020. Upgraded shower facilities would earn another star from me.

Pros:

  • FRIENDLY staff - really nice and helpful
  • Very well-maintained sites
  • Good, easy to use connections in the site
  • Nice views (if not blocked by other RVs Cons:
  • National park entrance fee or pass required for access to the RV campground in addition to nightly camping fee
  • TIGHT spaces, everyone sandwiched in
  • NO shade or shaded picnic tables in very hot sun
  • Unairconditioned restroom facilities and cramped showers are a disappointment
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Edward R., September 24, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Edward R., September 24, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 16, 2020

Good Spot

This is a nice area right outside of Las Vegas. Driving or hiking around the reservoir will give you some great views. The campsites are a little tight, but there's plenty of rooms for a vehicle and a tent or two. There are plenty of trees that provide shade and each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. You won't get to see the lake from the campsites but it is just a short walk away. The campgrounds are well maintained and make for a pleasant experience.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by David L., September 16, 2020
Reviewed Sep. 15, 2020

Nice camp ground

My parents got a new pop up trailer and we went and tested it out.  The campgrounds offer showers nice and clean a bit far from our camp area but still none the less available. Very clean and well kept and only a short drive to Boulder beach, keep in mind if you plan to walk to the lake going down is easy getting back up is a hike. Overall a nice campground and any time of the year is good here, being vegas you want to choose anytime other than summertime. Fishing, boating, swimming are all allowed, and pets as well just keep them on a leash.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Brittney  C., September 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Brittney  C., September 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Brittney  C., September 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Brittney  C., September 15, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Brittney  C., September 15, 2020
Reviewed Jun. 11, 2020

Beautiful views

Although we visited the lake the date it reopened; Memorial Day weekend it wasn’t too packed. We found a spot close to the restrooms and everyone kept a safe distance. I’d highly recommend water shoes as this portion for the lake is full of rocks all different sizes that are unavoidable. Either than that my family and I had a wonderful time

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Alicia R., June 11, 2020
Reviewed Mar. 3, 2020

Not Pretty but still great!

We stayed here to try out our new trailer. It is a mix of camping sites and vacation homes. The sites are all clean, and have full hook ups. Picnic table, fire pit ring and stand up grill. Staff is really nice. Full restroom with a clean shower and laundry mat. Less than a mile walk to the lake.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Kimberly  N., March 3, 2020
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Kimberly  N., March 3, 2020
Reviewed Jan. 31, 2020

Good getaway spot

it's inside lake mead. easy access and plenty of camping spots for trailer/rv and tent camping. Nice walk to the lake. There are restrooms. What I didnt like was no night attendant. We had someone parked in our spot. overall it's a good family camping spot.

Reviewed Dec. 2, 2019

Park units and RV Sites

There are big double wide and park unit houses in addition to RV spots against the fence and facing the lake.

Some of the photos of the spread out sites and tents are actually of the campground next door.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by The School for  Y., December 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by The School for  Y., December 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by The School for  Y., December 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by The School for  Y., December 2, 2019
Reviewed Dec. 2, 2019

Great trees and sites!

It didn’t have full hookups, but there was water, a dump site and fire pits. Some other campers ran there generators too late and too early, but it was a beautiful site with wonderful shade and eucalyptus trees.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by The School for  Y., December 2, 2019
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2019

Very Clean grounds and restrooms

Couldn't get a camp site at Red rock campground, or Valley of fire so we "settled" for this campground and glad we did. Even though the RV campgrounds are next door almost every one was in a trailer. But all was good because quiet time came and all the generators turned off. Park Rangers patrolled and we friendly and bathrooms were spotless!!!

Reviewed May. 15, 2019

Lake Mead Area sites

Stayed here after flying into Las Vegas. Sites were wide open. Some car traffic is heard, it’s right next to a fairly traveled road. Very clean sites and bathrooms.

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Hollie G., May 15, 2019
Reviewed Apr. 25, 2019

Nice Blend of Shade & Sun on the Shores of Lake Mead

After 4 glorious days kayak camping along the Black Canyon, we moved our basecamp to Boulder Beach and spent a couple of days getting reorganized to hit the road further north. Since the wind was too strong to get out on the lake, we opted to bike along the path that runs next to the campground.  This gorgeous path is well-utilized by area cycling groups, and they are some of the most courteous and safe cyclists we’ve ever come across. 

Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and all the sites are paved and level.  Don't normally love paved campgrounds, but the wind is so strong at times that it would be a total dust storm without them. All sites have a nice view of Lake Mead, but there is no water access to the lake from the campground. The bathrooms have running water and are kept clean and well stocked, but there are no showers. Water spigots are scattered throughout the campground and there is a sewage dump for RV’s. Most of the sites are designed for large RV’s, but there were some tent campers there as well.

Closest town is Boulder City, about 16 miles away, and has everything you need. There is strong cell service in the campground, and free wifi.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Shari  G., April 25, 2019
Reviewed Apr. 13, 2019

Impromptu wonderful overnight!

Couldn't find a spot in 2 other campgrounds around Las Vegas Valley so decided to try Boulder beach and must say we were delighted and suprized! Wonderfully beautiful campground with super clean restrooms! Watched the super moon! Perfect night!

  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Cindy E., April 13, 2019
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2018

Boulder Campground Lake Mead RV Village

For camping at Lake Mead, this is as good as it gets!  Full hook-up sites with concrete slabs, picnic table, views of Lake Mead, and cell service too!  There are also manufactured/mobile homes with full-time residency, but the residents are very quiet and welcoming to visitors.  Lots to do in the area with biking/hiking trails and scenic overlooks in the near vicinity.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Colette K., October 31, 2018
Reviewed Oct. 17, 2018

Beautiful view

Love being close to the lake, but beach is far. No utv riding and boat launches are in need of repair.

Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

Name is a bit deceiving

The first trip to Lake Mead Recreation Area we went to explore a little. Knowing that the Railroad Tunnel Trail is right at the entrance we had already decided we wanted to keep it close because we wanted to do that trail before we left so we didn't want to get overly consumed with getting to deep. We opted to check out the closest campground to this entry station, Boulder Beach Campground.

When we first entered we expected it to be right by the marina based on the description of what we were told, but it was not. We continued onward only to notice that the sites were about a half mile out from the actual water, not a real beach campground.

The sites ranged in upkeep from nicer to not so nice and sadly the nicer were further from the waterline than the not so nice. It looked like the typical crowd of people who would set up along the shore were the same kind of campers you don't really want camping around you, those who come in party and leave their trash.

Sites are $20 no matter the location but it really looked like the sites closest to the "beach" were used more for day use than overnight and it didn't look like there was anything really stopping them from doing so.

So the positives of this campground though are still enough to have you wanting to stop in if you are trying to enjoy the overall recreation area and have a basecamp. Potable water, WIFI, well maintained restrooms, close to numerous hiking areas and also very close to the Visitor Center where you can get maps and information about the area.

TIPS:

  • Choose the sites a bit further from the water, sure it isn't beachfront but even those closer are not really front and center so save yourself the trouble of potentially having some not so great neighbors.

  • Check out the Hoover Dam only a couple exits up from this entrance station you can find the dam where they have tours and some of the most interesting history of the area.

  • Venture into town and check out the Clark County Museum, stay out of the bright lights of the strip and have a more unique to the area experience.

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  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Boulder Beach Campground — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Crystal C., August 1, 2018