Government Wash — Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2024

GOVERNMENT WASH CLOSED INDEFINITELY - STARING 8/1/2024

Due to the number of homeless encampment, trash and crime, the Government Wash and 8.0 Mile Road is now closed indefinitely. Barriers are being raised. Park Rangers are clearing any remaining persons. Please do not go there with RVs or vehicles.

Hiking and biking are available but you will not be able to take a RV or vehicle in. 

REFERENCE: https://www.nps.gov/lake/government-wash-area-information.htm#:~:text=Key%20information%20for%20visitors,beginning%20Aug.%201%2C%202024.

Month of VisitAugust