Las Vegas Bay Campground provides campers a more secluded alternative to the glamping experiences near Henderson, Nevada. Located approximately 15 miles from Henderson, the campground sits at an elevation of about 1,500 feet, offering moderate temperatures compared to the Las Vegas Valley. The campground maintains concrete picnic tables, fire rings, and camping pads that accommodate tents and RVs in a desert landscape with partial shade.
What to do
Visit Lake Mead: Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities a short drive from Las Vegas Bay Campground. "The campground is very close to the wash that comes from Lake Las Vegas. Lots of wildlife!!" notes reviewer Bonnie C.
Explore desert trails: The surrounding desert landscape provides hiking and nature observation opportunities. "The hills block all signs of civilization. You feel like you are in the middle of nowhere even though you are 20 minutes from Vegas," shares Trevor J. from Las Vegas Bay Campground.
Wildlife observation: Listen for desert wildlife around your campsite, particularly in the evenings. "The sites over looking the wash allow you to hear a river while you sleep! At night I've always heard coyotes and owls," mentions a camper at Las Vegas Bay.
What campers like
Desert overnights: Temperatures vary significantly between day and night, creating comfortable camping conditions in spring and fall. "We stayed in late March which was a great time to stay. Low 70s during the day and maybe 50 at the coldest part of the night," reports a tent camper at Las Vegas Bay Campground.
Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained bathroom facilities at established campgrounds. "Water available and very clean bathrooms. Was plenty of vegetation between the campsites," notes SpentBrassOffroad B. who visited Las Vegas Bay.
Stargazing opportunities: The relatively remote locations offer night sky viewing with minimal light pollution. "You will be up all night" counting stars at Desert Pass Campground, according to reviewer Bronco Billy.
What you should know
Weather considerations: Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F during daytime hours. "Temps were at 102 during the day and 70s at night," reports a camper at Las Vegas Bay Campground.
Water access: Many campgrounds have limited or no water access. "There is NO RUNNING WATER. Be prepared to bring your own if you are staying for any length of time," warns Daniel G. about Desert Pass Campground.
Road conditions: Some campgrounds require suitable vehicles for access. "Roads will tear up a pull trailer and you can mostly get to this campsite with 2WD, but highly recommend 4WD," advises T K. about Desert Pass Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Consider glamping options: For families seeking more amenities, Vegas Glamping in Henderson offers safari-style tents with proper beds and shared facilities, while maintaining a desert camping experience.
Choose campgrounds with privacy: Families appreciate sites with natural separation. "Lots of big trees and bushes make the campground feel like an oasis," notes a reviewer about camping at Las Vegas Bay.
Plan for bugs: Some locations have seasonal insect issues. "We got eaten alive!! It's a beautiful area and the nights were beautiful but never again," warns Niki S. about Desert Pass Campground.
Tips from RVers
Water and dump stations: Callville Bay has facilities for RVs. "Free dump station and potable water. Dispersed spaces asphalt pads, concrete picnic tables, fire rings and gorgeous views," shares Robin P. about Callville Bay RV Park.
Site selection: Some campsites accommodate larger vehicles better than others. "Sites are small. RVs larger than 31 ft will have a hard time fitting. This is dry camp only. No hookups or dump station," advises Bonnie C. about Las Vegas Bay Campground.
Hookup alternatives: For RVers requiring full hookups, consider less rustic options. "As an alternative to the NPS campground across the road, this mobile home park has some full hookup RV spots in the rear of the mobile home park next to the laundry/restrooms," explains Greg L. about Callville Bay RV Park.
