Established Camping
Boulder Beach Campground
Boulder Beach Campground, near Boulder City, Arizona, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the beauty of Lake Mead National Recreation Area. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, all without electric hookups, but with drinking water and a dump station available.
Visitors rave about the spacious sites and the stunning views of the lake, especially from spots like D77 and D87. Many campers appreciate the clean restrooms and the peaceful atmosphere, making it a great place to unwind. One happy camper noted, “We stayed at 90, it's beautiful here. Peaceful, roomy, and beautiful landscape.”
If you're up for some adventure, there are trails nearby for walking and cycling, and the beach is just a short walk away. The campground is also conveniently located about 25 minutes from Las Vegas and only 10 minutes from the Hoover Dam, perfect for a day trip.
While the campground doesn't have showers, the friendly staff and well-stocked shop make up for it. As one reviewer put it, “Staff were lovely, great little shop, nice T-shirts!” Whether you're planning a quick overnight stay or a longer retreat, Boulder Beach Campground is a solid choice for enjoying the great outdoors.
Description
National Park Service
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Overview
Boulder Beach Campground is located just minutes from Las Vegas along the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. Its open year-round and features large paved sites that can accommodate tents or large RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills. Restrooms and water spigots are located throughout the campsites. Temperatures usually surpass 100F (37C) degrees June-August. In May and September, daytime highs are around 90F (32C). October-April, temperatures are much cooler. Lows can dip to freezing temps December-February. The area averages 4 inches of rain each year. There is lush vegetation that provides shade, and many sites have pristine views of the lake. Boulder Beach is about a 20-minute walk from the campground.
Recreation
When you stay at Boulder Beach Campground, youll have access to many recreation opportunities. Boulder Beach, Special Events Beach, Canoe/Kayak Beach and PWC Beach are 1-2 miles away. At these locations you can swim, kayak and jetski. If you prefer to explore the park on land, the River Mountains Loop Trail passes right by the campground. This paved trail is more than 30 miles long and leads to the Historic Railroad Tunnell Trail near the Alan Bible Visitor Center. Other nearby amenities include the Hemenway Harbor Fishing Pier and boat launch ramp. At the Las Vegas Boat Harbor or Lake Mead Marina you can rent a boat for a few hours or dine at the docks. Lake Mead Cruises is also nearby and offers cruises seasonally on the lake to the Hoover Dam and back. ~Air tour noise may be present at times throughout the day. Please check the park website at www.nps.gov/lake for updates on amenity closures.
Natural Features
Boulder Beach Campground is like an oasis, because of the lush vegetation that shades nearly every campsite. There is a mix of palm trees, oleanders, mature cottonwood trees and native vegetation that also helps provide privacy between sites. Most campsites offer views of Lake Mead, Fortification Hill and the River Mountains. Wildlife in the area includes many species of birds and lizards along with antelope squirrels and the coyotes.
Nearby Attractions
The Hoover Dam is just minutes to the south along U.S. Highway 93. Nearby Boulder City has multiple dining, shopping and adventure options.
Charges & Cancellations
Please have cancellations processed in the system in advance of your visit when you can so that others may enjoy that site.
Fee Info
There is a park entrance fee. The daily entrance (1-7 days) fee is $25 per vehicle. All Interagency and Lake Mead Passes are valid for entry for one vehicle. Full fee schedule can be found on the park website www.nps.gov/lake. All site reservations can be made the same day or in advance of the trip, but all sites do require a reservation through this system. Credit cards are the only accepted method of payment. We do not accept cash. Please keep your reservation confirmation with you at the site at all times. You may be asked to show the reservation to the camp host.
Location
Boulder Beach Campground is located in Nevada
Directions
268 Lakeshore Road Boulder City, NV 89005 Located along Lakeshore Road within the park between the cities of Henderson and Boulder City, Nevada.
Address
268 Lake Shore Rd
Boulder City, NV 89005
Coordinates
36.02075 N
114.48075 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly