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Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

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Road Runner Cove sits within Lake Mead National Recreation Area on the Nevada side of the Colorado River corridor, managed by the National Park Service. Access is genuinely difficult, whether by boat, vehicle, or on foot, and the site rewards that effort with notable isolation. Reviewers report abundant fish, including carp and bass, along with cliffs suitable for jumping. Cell service is available. Anglers and those looking for pet-friendly camping near Lake Mead National Recreation Area will find this cove worth the effort to reach. Pack out everything you bring in.

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Map & DirectionsRoad Runner Cove is located in Nevada near Willow Beach

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Coordinates

35.89397116912824 N
114.75690916332817 W

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Excellent Coverage

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

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Standard (Tent/RV)
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Equestrian

Features

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Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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General Info

Drive Time

34 min from Las Vegas, NV
2 hrs from Lake Havasu City, AZ
2 hrs 3 min from St. George, UT
3 hrs 26 min from Prescott Valley, AZ

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Jesse S.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 2, 2020

The EZ up spot

Dude that’s funny that EZ up is still there. Someone abandoned it so I dragged it to thoes rocks and I’ve been back four times and use it. I just throw some blankets over it and instantly have shade. I tried to take it and fold it up and realized why the people before me abandoned it lol. That thing is a lost cause but it works great for shade and hanging towels. That is a sweet little spot I caught a huge carp that snapped my pole and a pretty large Bass. If you hike to thoes cliffs on the left it’s a fish sanctuary see a couple striper in there.

Overland Pioneer ⛺.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 10, 2020

Beautiful secluded place

This place is hard to get to but worth it. It’s very isolated and secluded and it surrounded by trees. If you can make it you can camp and have A whole lake to yourself. Huge fish everywhere and cliffs to jump from. You can bring a huge party and be completely isolated from everyone. Trash in trash out. Lets keep this place clean or it will get shut down from the public. L&L: 36.1149 -114.7621

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area?

Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area is located at 1203 feet.

Are fires allowed at Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Road Runner Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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