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Lake Mead National Recreation Area · Arizona · Nevada
Experience outdoor thrills, striking landscapes, and brilliant blue waters. This year-round recreation area spreads across 1. Families can start at the visitor center for maps, exhibits, and Junior Ranger materials; always check nps.gov for current hours and conditions before you go.
Hours, roads, and programs change with the seasons. Check current conditions on the official Lake Mead National Recreation Area website before you go.
Wild Base Family is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the National Park Service. Park brochures and Junior Ranger books are free official materials published by the National Park Service; our links open the official PDF (on nps.gov) when one is available online.