Henderson RV parks sit at approximately 1,900 feet elevation in the Mojave Desert, experiencing summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F between June and September. Most campgrounds maintain year-round operations despite the extreme summer heat, with winter temperatures typically ranging from 40-65°F. Cell coverage remains strong throughout the region with both major carriers providing consistent service.
What to do
Explore Hoover Dam: Located just 20 minutes from Boulder City's Canyon Trail RV Park, this engineering marvel offers tours and spectacular views. "15 minute drive to Lake Mead and 5 minute drive to the main street of Boulder City. Albertsons, auto zone, and a variety of food options near by," notes one visitor.
Mountain biking trails: Canyon Trail RV Park offers direct access to challenging terrain. "We originally stayed here as a layover on our way to Havasu. When we discovered the MTB and Downhill riding nearby, we stayed a couple more nights on our way back. A great place to use as a base camp for some serious riding (double-diamond)."
Visit Boulder City downtown: The historic district features shops, restaurants and museums within walking distance of some campgrounds. "Boulder City is a great little town to visit and see the sights," mentions one camper, while another adds, "Short walk to shopping. The park was very clean and the people super nice."
What campers like
Swimming options during hot months: Most Henderson area RV parks maintain pools to combat desert heat. At Las Vegas RV Resort, "The resort is gated with a person at the gate 24/7. The restrooms were very clean and the swimming pool was not crowded at all." Similarly, at Canyon Trail RV Park, "Pool was open (late Oct). Bathrooms were spotless and had separate lock codes for men & women."
Security features: Many parks implement gated access with 24-hour monitoring. "Gated, clean campground," reports one visitor about Las Vegas RV Resort, while Desert Sands RV Resort gets praise for its "security present always, plus they do rounds every hour and at dark the gate closed to one car entry with security officer to validate entry which as a single lady I prefer."
On-site dining options: Several parks feature restaurants and cafes. At Arizona Charlie's Boulder RV Park, "They do have the laundry room and a nice clean pool. Next door is the hotel with food and gambling so that's always a bonus." Road Runner RV Park receives similar praise: "The RV park was easily accessed from the interstate fairly close to the road but very nice lots of trees the staff was very friendly."
What you should know
Varying park atmospheres: Some RV parks cater specifically to adults. Las Vegas RV Resort enforces an "18 and older only" policy that's "Not family friendly at all!! You must be 18 or older to come here so it's cool for people without kids or families."
Neighborhood considerations: Location impacts safety perceptions at some parks. Road Runner RV Park sits "on Boulder highway in Las Vegas so make sure you lock your stuff because I did see a few rift raft walking through the park and being born and raised in Las Vegas this isn't the best part of town."
Reservation timing: Winter months remain the busiest season as temperatures moderate. At Lake Mead RV Village, visitors noted scoring "a 'lakefront' spot. These are closest to the lake, but when we visited, lake mead was very low, so the shoreline was about 1/4 mile away." Another visitor mentioned, "We called the morning of arrival to see if we could come in early as we were only about 1.5 hours away due to poor planning... They let us come in before noon with no charge!"
Tips for camping with families
National Park accessibility: Consider Lake Mead recreation area for family outings. "This is a great RV park nestled inside the National Park. The views are amazing and the staff are really friendly and helpful. One note is that you will have to also pay the park fee before entering the RV park. It isn't much ($25 for a 7 day pass)."
Dog-friendly features: Many Henderson-area RV parks provide dedicated pet areas. Desert Sands RV Resort offers "two dog parks with grass parks close by within 1.5 miles." Similarly, at Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort, one visitor noted "Multiple dog areas, including a large, multi-run area."
On-site entertainment options: Certain parks feature recreational amenities beyond swimming. Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort provides "18 hole mini golf course, restaurant, and mini mart onsite. Easy taxi or uber ride to the strip. Not scenic by any means but comfortable, safe, quiet, and secure location."
Tips from RVers
Hookup positioning: Check utility placement before selecting spots at Lake Mead RV Village. "The utilities were spaced a bit far from the site and towards the back so I needed about 22' of sewer hose and 25' of electric and water hose."
Site selection strategy: For privacy and shade, pick carefully at Desert Sands RV Resort where visitors note "all Spots are Full Hookup" but placement varies. At Lake Mead, "All of the lake view sites are made so you can either back in or pull in with utilities available on both sides."
Weather preparations: Summer visitors need reliable climate control systems. One visitor to Circus Circus RV Park emphasized, "Make sure you have good ac. It was 112F and the sun was beating down, even at night it was 90+. There is no shade."
