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Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Temple Bar Campground is located near Lake Mead in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The terrain consists of desert landscapes with rocky outcrops and sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows around 40°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Lake Mead for boating and fishing, and the Hoover Dam, which offers tours and scenic views.

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Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Enjoy the Temple Bar area by land or water. Hike through the desert along the Temple View Trail to observe the crystal blue waters of Lake Mead and the natural temple that changes colors throughout the day. Launch your own boat or rent one from the marina. You can also dine at the seasonal cafe, or grab a variety of snacks, drinks and charcoal from the store.

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Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area is located in Nevada

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Directions

Located along the eastern side of the park in Arizona. Access from the south from Kingman, Arizona or from the north by the Las Vegas Valley. The Temple Bar turnoff from US Hwy 93 is 50 miles north of Kingman and 18 miles south of the Nevada/ Arizona border. The campground is about 26 miles from the turnoff for Temple Bar.

Address

601 Nevada Way
Boulder city, NV 89005

Coordinates

36.030318 N
114.324852 W

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Reviewed Feb. 17, 2024

Quiet secluded CG

Temple Bar CG is about 26 miles from hwy 93, paved all the way. CG has 71 sites but no fcfs, all have to be reserved or paid for online. No cell signal at CG but seems open wifi down at the marina store. I used my Starlink to get online. Sites have tables and a fire ring. Scattered water spigots and dumpsters. Couple flush toilet bldgs. CG host onsite. Very quiet and remote area of the Lake Mead park. The entrance station was not open and not sure if an entrance fee is being enforced. The NPS ranger station adjacent to CG was also not open. This CGs is one of the quietest I have ever experienced, 71 sites and like max of 7 sites taken. Wonder if the NPS is going to hand this CG mgmt over to the Marina like at cottonwood cove on NV side.

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  • Review photo of Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Greg L., February 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Greg L., February 17, 2024
  • Review photo of Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Greg L., February 17, 2024
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Reviewed Jan. 21, 2021

Remote and Quiet

Peaceful campground located above Lake Mead with oleander, eucalyptus, and olive trees in the landscape. Flush toilets and water spigots scattered around campground. Campsite pads are relatively short. This campground was probably built in the early 1970s, well before the advent of big rigs. Showers available down near marina and costs 25 cents for two minutes of hot water. However, it probably takes at least a minute and a half for the water to warm up if your the first one in. Laundromat available: $1.75 for wash, $1.25 for 50 minutes of drying time. Dump station near campground exit. $20/night/campsite. Senior rate is $10. Review written January 20, 2021.

  • Review photo of Temple Bar Campground (Lake Mead) — Lake Mead National Recreation Area by Clare  J., January 21, 2021