Callville Bay Campground
Callville Bay Campground is located just minutes from Las Vegas along the northern edge of the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills. Restrooms and water spigots are located throughout the campsite. 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. A few sites provide views of the lake.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 46 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
46 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 2 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 3 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 4 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 5 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 6 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 7 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 8 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 9 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 10 | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | 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. |
Each campsite provides space for up to eight people with one camping unit, i.e. motor home or camp trailer. A maximum of two motorized vehicles, four motorcycles or combination thereof if towed or carried on or by a camper may occupy a site. Paved roads lead to each site, and the sites are asphalt. There are multiple water spigots and restrooms spread out throughout the campground. The restrooms have sinks and toilets. There are no showers. Accessible sites are available. An RV dump station and water refill station are located near the entrance of the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Located just minutes from Las Vegas off Northshore Road within the park and near the city of Henderson, Nevada. Take Lake Mead Parkway east to the park entrance. Take your first left onto Northshore Road. Follow the road about 11 miles. Turn right toward Callville Bay. After about four miles, the campground is on the right.
| Nearest town | Boulder City, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 36.1394° N, 114.7271° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Please have cancellations processed in the system three days in advance of your visit.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 18.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Native Campervans ↗ | 26.4 mi |
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Callville Bay campground review Lake Mead
Worth a stop
Located just minutes from Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Las Vegas, Nevada, where the attractions range from museums to mega resorts and casinos with headliner acts and an array of dining options.
- 12.9 miLake Mead Headquarters Information Kiosk ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
Pinto Valley Wilderness begins about 4.3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.3 miPinto Valley Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 39,173 acres
- 5.4 miMuddy Mountains Wilderness ↗Wilderness · BLM/NPS · 48,154 acres
- 11.4 miMount Wilson Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 23,900 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Boulder Dam HotelBuilding · Boulder City · 12.5 mi
- Old Boulder City HospitalBuilding · Boulder City · 12.5 mi
Natural features
Callville Bay Campground has 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. A few campsites offer views of Lake Mead. Wildlife in the area includes many species of birds and lizards along with antelope squirrels and the occasional coyote.
Recreation
When you stay at Callville Bay Campground, you can enjoy the area on land or on water. A nearby shaded picnic area has cool grass, grills, restrooms and panels explaining the history of the area. Across the street, you’ll find the trailhead to the Callville Summit Trail. This 2.7-mile moderate hike requires a short climb, but yields a spectacular view of Lake Mead, Fortification Hill, the Hemenway Valley and the River Mountains. The Callville Bay Resort is within walking distance and has a dine-in restaurant and lounge, a café and store with many amenities. Down at the marina, you can rent boats by the hour or launch your own at the launch ramp. Although fishing and swimming are not allowed in the harbor where the marina is located, you can hike throughout the backcountry to find your own secluded cove.
Guidebooks for Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Nevada
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- Guide to Common Plants of Lake Mead National Recreation AreaElizabeth A. Powell and Frederick H. Landau, 2023Find at Bookshop.org
- Best Backpacking Trips in California and NevadaMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2015Find at Bookshop.org
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Callville Bay Campground?
Sites at Callville Bay Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Callville Bay Campground?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Callville Bay Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Callville Bay Campground have?
52 sites, including 46 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Callville Bay Campground?
Callville Bay Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Callville Bay Campground?
There are no showers.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Callville Bay Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Callville Bay Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Callville Bay Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Callville Bay Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Callville Bay Campground?
When you stay at Callville Bay Campground, you can enjoy the area on land or on water. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Callville Bay Campground?
Boulder City, Nevada. Located just minutes from Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Las Vegas, Nevada, where the attractions range from museums to mega resorts and casinos with headliner acts and an array of dining options.
Source: Getting there
What if Callville Bay Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Callville Bay RV Park (0.3 mi, first-come), Las Vegas Bay Campground (8.2 mi), and Boulder Beach Campground (8.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby