Boulder Beach Campground
Boulder Beach Campground is located just minutes from Las Vegas along the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features large paved sites that can accommodate tents or large RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills. Restrooms and water spigots are located throughout the campsites. 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, and many sites have pristine views of the lake.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 130 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
129 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 89 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 90 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| Site 91 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 92 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 93 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 94 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 95 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 96 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 97 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | No / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| Site 98 | (G) | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No / – | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| 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. |
| Accessibility | Sites Site 90, Site 106, Site 109, Site 117 and 11 more are listed accessible |
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 or concrete. There are multiple water spigots and restrooms spread throughout the campground. The restrooms have sinks and flush 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 along Lakeshore Road within the park between the cities of Henderson and Boulder City, Nevada. Take U.S. Highway 93 into the Boulder Beach Entrance of the park. Follow Lakeshore Road 2 miles and take your second right. The NPS campground is on the left.
| Nearest town | Boulder City, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 36.0371° N, 114.8017° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Please have cancellations processed in the system in advance of your visit when you can so that others may enjoy that site.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 13.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Henderson RV ↗ | 21.7 mi |
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Boulder Beach Campground, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam - 2022 RVing
Worth a stop
The Hoover Dam is just minutes to the south along U.S. Highway 93. Nearby Boulder City has multiple dining, shopping and adventure options.
- 4.7 miLake Mead Headquarters Information Kiosk ↗Visitor center
- 13.5 mi
Public land it sits in
Black Canyon Wilderness begins about 5.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 5.8 miBlack Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 17,220 acres
- 10.1 miMount Wilson Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 23,900 acres
- 11.7 miPinto Valley Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 39,173 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 · 4.3 mi
- Old Boulder City HospitalBuilding · Boulder City · 4.3 mi
Natural features
Boulder Beach Campground is like an oasis, because of the 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. Most campsites offer views of Lake Mead, Fortification Hill and the River Mountains. Wildlife in the area includes many species of birds and lizards along with antelope squirrels and the coyotes.
Recreation
When you stay at Boulder Beach Campground, you’ll have access to many recreation opportunities. Boulder Beach, Special Events Beach, Canoe/Kayak Beach and PWC Beach are 1-2 miles away. At these locations you can swim, kayak and jetski. If you prefer to explore the park on land, the River Mountains Loop Trail passes right by the campground. This paved trail is more than 30 miles long and leads to the Historic Railroad Tunnell Trail near the Alan Bible Visitor Center. Other nearby amenities include the Hemenway Harbor Fishing Pier and boat launch ramp. At the Las Vegas Boat Harbor or Lake Mead Marina you can rent a boat for a few hours or dine at the docks. Lake Mead Cruises is also nearby and offers cruises seasonally on the lake to the Hoover Dam and back. ~Air tour noise may be present at times throughout the day.
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 Boulder Beach Campground?
Sites at Boulder Beach 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 Boulder Beach 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 Boulder Beach Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Boulder Beach Campground have?
136 sites, including 130 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Boulder Beach Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Boulder Beach Campground?
The restrooms have sinks and flush toilets.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Boulder Beach Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Boulder Beach Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Boulder Beach Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Boulder Beach Campground?
Sites Site 90, Site 106, Site 109, and Site 117 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 15 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Boulder Beach Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, 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 Boulder Beach Campground?
When you stay at Boulder Beach Campground, you’ll have access to many recreation opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Boulder Beach Campground?
Boulder City, Nevada. The Hoover Dam is just minutes to the south along U.S.
Source: Getting there