Willow Beach RV Park, near [Lake Mead National Recreation Area](https://thedyrt.com/camping/nevada/near/lake-mead-national-recreation-area), is a fantastic destination for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the Colorado River. With its stunning views and well-maintained sites, it’s a great place to kick back and soak in the natural surroundings.

The campground offers essential amenities like drinking water and clean restrooms, making it comfortable for both RV and tent campers. Visitors often rave about the friendly staff and the cleanliness of the facilities, with one camper noting, “The campground has such nice amenities.” If you're into fishing or kayaking, you're in luck—there are plenty of opportunities to get out on the water, and the nearby Emerald Cave is a must-see.

While the heat can be intense during the summer months, many campers find the breathtaking scenery and recreational activities well worth it. Just be prepared for a bit of a trek back up from the lake after a day of fun in the sun. Whether you're planning a day trip or a longer stay, Willow Beach RV Park is a great choice for enjoying the outdoors and making lasting memories.

Willow Beach RV Park is your full-service RV Park and tent campground located just 30 minutes from Boulder City and 45 minutes from the Las Vegas strip. With its unique location, the park offers scenic views of the Colorado River, Black Canyon, as well as the mountain and desert landscapes in the distance. Enjoy a variety of water activities on Lake Mead and Lake Mohave, hike on the many trails in the recreation area, tour the Hoover Dam, or head to Las Vegas for some nightlife entertainment.

Willow Beach Rv Park — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

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Willow Beach

The Best Camping Near Willow Beach, Arizona

This campground is more for RV. There is also space for tents. This is an ok campground in my opinion with showers and running water. The price is on the low side of 20 dollars

Willow beach

Great place to camp on the Colorado River. They have a 24 hour showers (clean) a nice marine with a dock and marina and some great fishing. Perfect place to camp for some boating and fishing and If you want a little night life Las Vegas is only about 45 minutes away. Keep your eyes opened for wild Burros and Big Horn Sheep!

Great campground close to Las Vegas

This review is for the boat in site at Arizona Hot Springs along the Colorado, just before Willow Beach.

We camped here with about 4 other parties and had plenty of privacy. There is a pit toilet (BYO toiletpaper), and lots of level areas to camp.

Be aware of the varying water levels! Tie up your boats and camp far back. Fellow campers told us that they had seen the water rise all the way to the main rock splitting the area.

PERK! At night, you get the fabulous Arizona Hot Spring slot canyon all to yourself. When you are in the spring, you can see where others have brought candles that melted into the walls. Excellent star gazing,and we had no issues with critters!

ARIZONA HOT SPRINGS- boat in site

I love going to this site because you can camp near the Colorado River and go kayaking or boating. It is such a nice campground

AMAZING!!!

I had been staying in this area for a while searching for various campsites and had been to the Arizona Hot Springs a couple times, continually seeing people pulling in via boat and never knew where they were launching from, until I found this place. it seems like this place is where it all begins for those adventures.

With much of the area being desolate looking around, this was like an oasis just waiting to be discovered. It isn't that there is some magic lawn that spawns up out of the desert sands and makes it look like something it isn't, though there is grass that isn't what I am speaking on. Instead it is that this place is very commercial in comparison to almost every other campground in this area, much of which are barebones and basic. This site however has nice showers and bathrooms, a restaurant, gift shop, a marina, fishing dock, boat rentals and a laundry. Unlike so many campgrounds the sites here are also WIFI ready.

The tent site I checked out was $30 but included access to the ramp which is why a lot of people choose this site for their adventures. This is one of the best launch areas in way of well maintained sites you will find on this side of the Lake Mead Recreational Area.

I enjoyed a great shower here with amazing pressure, had awesome night sky views down by the water and finally was able to figure out just where all these people were getting their water fix. Not to mention there was some great access to rock scrambling along the shore line for some amazing peaceful places to relax and take in the clearness of the water.

TIPS:

* Come early or call in advance, there are only 6 tent sites. Everything else is set up for an RV.

* Check out their discounts available for veterans which is a great deal.

Great Access To Colorado River To Launch Your Adventure

We stayed at one of the tent spaces that are walk up but it is a small walk. Wonderfully views, clean bathrooms and showers. Loved this campground the beach is a short drive but super nice. The store is super nice, didn't try the restaurant but will next time.

Beautiful campground 

Just bought my camper so this was the close place to test it and it is wonderful. No cell reception but free WiFi is a bonus! Bathrooms were very clean and new. Half of the camping spots were pull throughs which are nice if you are still practicing to back in. Trailer spots are next to the tent spots. Can walk down to the water a little ways where there is a small place to eat. Very dark at night and great to see stars! 

Very updated and free WiFi

Not far from Vegas lots of amenities the water in lake Mohave is way cleaner and clear bring your scuba gear kayak canoe boat can’t go upriver towards the dam on Sunday’s with a motor paddle only keep that in mind great fishing and spear fishing no limit on carp great for target practice invasive species and don’t hurt the channel catfish or Razorbacks I’ve seen big horn sheep around the camp and waters edge fish cleaning station small store boat rentals everything in one amazing spot go for it !! You won’t be disappointed but keep in mind it does get crowded get your spot early unless your launching a boat and find a spot on the river I recommend way better some old mining equipment upriver to see and hot springs 

Great campground 

Nice cold water, WiFi, clean bathroom, Fishing, rental kayaks, picnic area, and very clean willow Beach. 

Willow Beach experience 

We went here hoping to find free camping—it was the end off September and they were closed. It is now a private campground and we would have had to pay if they’d been open. 

Not dispersed, not open

A family friendly shaded picnic area with a grill. Each picnic table is shaded but they go fast on the weekends. There is a convenience store  and a grill with burgers and fries. You can rent boats but it can get pricey. There are some shallow, calmer parts of the water that are perfect for kids. 

The daily rate is $30 per vehicle unless you have an annual pass. There is also one pay phone that charges an outrageous rate per minute, so pack your outdoor essentials to be prepared. 

A great day trip option for locals 

Great stretch of river that has several sections suitable for beach access. There’s a dock and boat launch area with beaches on both sides great for day camping but no overnight camping. We parked at a nearby parking lot and took our things down to the water and found a semi-shaded spot under a willow tree. The water was pretty cold but very clean and refreshing. The far side of the river is only accessible by hiking or kayaking across so the view was pretty much undisturbed. We saw a small group of big horn running across the hill side and down to the water for a drink. Very cool. As the day progressed the shade diminished so a canopy would have been very useful. We went in May and it was very full by the time we arrived at 11am. You can’t have open fires but charcoal or gas grills are fine. There are dumpsters but no running water or trash receptacles near so bring what you need and pack out what you bring. 

River Beaches

This is a fairly new camping area.  Offers full hook ups as well as tent only camping.  Landscaping and spacing is really nicely done.  Camp ground also offers clean toilet and shower area accessible only by keycard.  You get the key card when you check in.  Also has a laundry facility.  The Marina offers boat, kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals but reserve in advance!!  Advance reservations for full hook up is also a must!  Campground is quite.  All sites have a picnic table and campfire ring.  Tent sites also have poll for lamp.  Small store at marina offers bait, food for camping souvenirs and firewood.  Also a restaurant with a full service bar.  Must wear face mask to go into either.

Campground

Willow Beach campground and marina is a part of the Lake Near National Recreation Area.  It does require an annual pass to enter the area.  Once in the check in at the Camp Store was easy and the staff was incredibly friendly.  We stayed in b06 a spacious spot with a killer view that was well maintained and perfect for family camping.  The are can be windy, so if that bothers you, check the weather closely before going.  The marina is full of boarlts, jet skis, kayaks qnd rafts.  Lots of swimming areas but no life guards for kids or adults who need supervision. 

Hidden gem!

All paved. Even the 4 mile road from the Park Gate. I wasn't aware that we needed to pay a park fee even though we booked the site. However if you buy a year pass for 20.00 you get half off your RV space. Havent gone to the marina yet to check to see if the spot is half, but that is what the lady said at the park check in (not RV check in). The power, sewer and water were very organized. Spots clean and organized. We will be back!! What a great park and nice public bathrooms. If your handicap, you can take the handicap RV space. Just need a posted placard. 

Clean, Nice, Beautiful Views

Great for fishing(trout, strippers, big/small bass), kayaking or paddle board, Boats and jet skis. Market in willow beach and bathrooms. Pet friendly!!

Fun in the sun

This is my second stay and review of this campground this year.  This time we scored D05, the lowest spot in elevation on the grounds.  The sites on this end are very spacious with no neighbors nearby.  This site is next to a trail, so the occasional hiker does mosey by.  The willow tree on the site is pretty, but beware is home for a nest of bees and ants; neither of which bothered us.  

Still a great campground for getting away. 

Still a great spot!

Make sure you are aware that it’s 25 dollars to get into willow beach if you have the America the beautiful pass than  it’s free, if not plan to pay the entrance fee on top of your camping fee which starts at $50.00. Make sure you check into the marina after going through the entrance they will give you your information for your camp site. Super impressed with this camp ground. Each place has a grill, fire ring and table. I recommend bringing your own pop up for shade because it’s hot no matter the time of the year and they have no shaded spots. SPOTLESS is an understatement for how clean this place is. This camp ground has full hooks ups, clean showers and bathrooms and plenty of trash cans through the camp. Also Freshly paved roads so anyone can make it. Super impressed and a short drive or walk to the river. And then you can have fun in the sun! We got swimmers itch so make sure you have plenty of sunblock on and don’t stay towards the shore because we have littles and that’s what we did and broke out the next day. 

Clean as can be

Stayed here one night.  The road down from the main highway was a little rocky, but once at the lake, the area was well deserved.  While no trees in the RV area really, it was just fine for night sky enjoyment. The grounds were very clean and wide surfaced RV spots.  Easy back in and hook ups in minutes. We pulled in at dark and left the next morning, but what we did see of the area it was nice. Our late night slips were easily accessed.  We didn't have any service or WiFi though.  Great job AZ on your state park!

Excellent cross county 1-night rest

This campground has some solid facilities. Between access to a bathroom, shower, and a nearby dock that serves food, what more do you need in the area? We even had access to WiFi! Good for a stargazing app I was using. It’s not far from Las Vegas either of you’re wanting a short getaway from the city. 

The campgrounds are on the edge of what feels more like an R/V site, and each of the sites are a bit close to one another so don’t expect to have the place “to yourself.” Now, what this spot really has that is great is easy access to a nearby dock that rents everything from paddle boards to boats. Get a kayak and head over to Emerald Cove up river for a short distance for a very cool experience. Reservations are thought to get so do it in advance. 

Dusty and rocky, BUT...

The campground was great, all new and clean but it’s VERY HOT there. Not surprising given the location but we went in June and hit a heat wave and it was 110 degrees. There is no shade in the campground and the lake is down a steep hill. Plan on driving down to the lake or the walk back up will be brutal in the heat. Bring beach gear including a portable tent for shade. They don’t sell anything there and it’s a drive from the closest store. It’s too hot in the summer to do anything but hang by the lake. The water is freezing btw, but you need it. After the lake we all hang out inside the RV with the A/C until at least 8pm before going out to cook dinner because it was that hot. 

Really nice but HOT!!

$60/night. Drive in early snag a reserved spot that didn't show up and pay 9am at visitor center. ( concessionaire). Full hook, wifi, wildlife, river use.

Awesome 

We camp here when we rent kayaks to go on the river.  They have showers, bathrooms and wifi which is really convenient due to spotty cell reception.  I feel like the spots are a little tightly packed (I am a tent camper) and I also feel like its a little pricey - I think the last time I camped here I paid 30 dollars a night for a tent site.  They do have online reservations and they tend to fill up quickly especially in the springtime which is the nicest time of year to camp here.  

  

I've never seen coyotes here or have been bothered by any wildlife at all.  I also really appreciate that people here keep their dogs leashed so they don't come roaming into my site.  My dog likes people but she doesn't like other dogs.

Wifi and Showers

You will definitely want an RV in the summer months. Temperatures well exceeded 100 degrees F. RV park has full hookups and amazing views. Very close to the river and marina. Camp store is well stocked. Fuel available as well. Grill is well priced. Great experience and favorite kayaking spot near las vegas.

Not free, but worth every penny

I just came through last month and seen plenty of RV's in the campsites, but I didn't see any tents. The weather may have something to do with it, as it can get quite hot along the river. The sites have hookups and amazing views of the river and surrounding mountains. There is an area for kayaks, boat dock and even a fishing pier/bridge. Didn't get the chance to fish but seen plenty of people fishing and pulling fish out the river. The campground is up a road into a small valley and extremely well maintained. The place was absolutely spotless of trash and debris. Plenty of space for rigs and the sites are not on top of each other.

Great spot for camping, kayaking and fishing

We drove down the narrow desert road into the dry mountains and were blown away by the water oasis hidden in the otherwise barren landscape. It is gorgeous! The campground set high above the water with perfectly level, absolutely immaculate sites tucked in the rocky surroundings. This was a special place. We wish we had planned more time here!! Boat rentals, kayaks, a gas pump, and eating place were available at this hidden gem!!

Unexpected Beauty!

We stayed here two nights in Site D8. Extremely hot this time time of year!  99 degrees even at 7 am.  The heat seems to radiate off the gorgeous rocks in the evening so not much relief when the sun goes down. But, TOTALLY worth the heat to experience the breathtaking views and the experience to kayak down the Colorado River.  Plenty of space between campsites.   Level Campsite. Only Con was no cell service (and I have 3 AT&amp;T, Verizon, T-Mobile) and their free WIFI was hit or miss. Mostly, a miss.  I would still recommend this campground and would come back in the Fall/Winter for sure!

  

Short 15 minute or so drive into Boulder City, NV for restaurants, bars and shopping.

A lot of beauty to take in!

Extremely clean and well maintained RV site at the end of a rugged road. Very hot in August.  A fair walk to get down to the water. There is a restaurant here but we didn't use it. Kayaked on the water which is very cold!

Camp hosts were very nice and helpful. Only issue was connecting to the internet as there is no cell service here. Host was able to figure it out when the tech support couldn't. Android users need to go to settings and in advanced switch to phone mac ( not randomized mac)

Immaculate site, elevated above the river

Stayed in site C3. A very clean and well maintained campground. Visited in December and spent 3 night. Full hook ups for all drive thru and back in camp sites. There are tent sites also and everything is well maintained. There are tables and fire pits  at all sites and lantern pole in all tent sites. Very quiet, within walking distance to Lake Mead, but all up hill on the way back. Great scenery, and a lot of recreational things at the marina.  Boat, kayak, paddleboard rentals are available. Fishing dock close by. Can even visit the fish hatchery up river, which is a short walk. Store with about everything you need and a small restaurant. Campground has showers and laundry. They take passes and the price is going up next season. But still a good deal especially with a pass. Reservations thru the Campground website. No cell service, but internet is available. Will be going back.

Great get away.

Approx 2.5 miles upstream is emerald cave. Don’t blink or you’ll miss it. 

Winds can pick up rapidly and without notice. Fortunately there are little coves and beaches to pull off to if you need to wait it out or you need to rest if getting caught in the wind. 

Hidden gem for paddlers 

I only got to spend one night in this campground regretfully they were booked for the next night. However it is a beautiful area and the campground has such nice amenities (individual shower rooms, washer and dryer, etc.).  The Camp Hosts were very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay here again!

Beautiful and serene

As we descended toward the river with our Scamp in tow, the thermostat rose. 87°, 92°, 96°, 98° oh boy! We pulled into our site, filled with beautiful rigs and large air conditioners, lol. The facilities, store, docks, beach, nature were excellent.  Optimistic it would cool down at night.. Long story short, it didn’t. Wouldn’t change a thing. It was an adventure I would do again in a heartbeat with my reconditioned, air conditioned 1964 Avion!

Great space

We live in Vegas and took a day trip to fish a little and check out the RV sites. I tried to book a space but this place is so popular they didn't have any open weekend spots until March 2024. We did book a site for April. Plan to fish here more before our camping trip in April. I have been here before and rented a canoe for a few hours. Emerald cove is amazing. The restaurant serves good food and the people working in the store are very friendly and helpful.

Willow Beach Day Trip

$80 RV, $45 tent camping with No shade, CG is not even on the lake.  Total crazy stupid ripoff by a pvt hospitality company leasing the NPS camping area. 

Over priced ripoff

This place is great. It’s is beautiful. Everyone from the marina to the RV park we’re very helpful and friendly. 

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