This is the visitor center for Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It's a great center with a small…read moregarden, restrooms (although they lock the washrooms when the center is closed), and a building with a gift shop and exhibits inside. When I stopped by, there was a traveling exhibit from the Hubbell Trading Post about Navajo weaving. There was someone even weaving on the loom demonstrating the process, and a whole bunch of rugs for sale. I would estimate there were over 100 rugs for sale. There were also some pottery and jewellery for purchase as well. Of course, there were the usual NPS things for sale (stickers, hats, books, etc). The exhibits in the Lake Mead Discovery Center were informative. They included stuff about the geology of the area, as well as how people have interacted with the river and the ecosystem.

I thought this was a nice place to stop in and get information and learn about the area. They have…read morea small museum with some nice exhibits, so plan on spending a little time there. The place is also staffed with friendly people that can provide you with a map and any information you might need.

Free Parking this is the beginning 1 mile until you hit the 1st rail tunnel. You are walking…read morebasically on the removed railroad tracks where the rail cars were used to remove and bring in materials to build Hoover Dam. Walk, Jog, or bike love this spot for the beauty and the history. $25 to enter lake Meade State Park if you choose to go in if you have a pass it's free. Hoover Dam Hotel Casino and Hoover Damn are also in the area to visit to see the sights along with the small town of Boulder City which offers restaurants bars and small shops & antiques.

Hey Yelpers! This is…read morea super easy mostly flat hiking trail with the most beautiful views. This is the best time of the year to hike it, too. You can easily drive into the parking lot like you are heading to the visitor center, but drive past it down to the restroom parking lot close to the trail and it's perfectly marked for easy no brainer adventure. About half way or an hour in there is another restroom with a covered picnic table for a break. Then you can continue on down to the Boulder Dam. There are amazing views there as well as awesome retro restrooms , memorials, and water. There used to be a cafe. I forgot to look if they are still open. Before the dam is a parking structure. You can take the stairs or an elevator. We usually start our hikes about 8 am. The restrooms were still clean and stocked. I bring hand sanitizer. Be sure to bring water and a snack just in case. Dogs are welcome but please pick up after them and keep them on a leash. The later it gets the more busy it gets. I like to go here at least once a year. It's just so nice to get out into nature and experience Nevada. Parking is free. You can check out the visitor center while you are there. They have cool stuff. I recommend this trail. Check it out!

Lake Mead Visitors Center and Park Store is a hidden little secret. The rangers and volunteers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable and provide free maps and activity advice. The discovery center tells a great story of the area and I loved the topographical map of the entire park. Most unexpected was the park store hidden in the back. Really cute items that reflect the Lake Mead area in addition to my personal favorite, the prickly pear salsa and honey. Highly recommend for locals and visitors.

My friend and I took a lake cruise on the desert princess this past Saturday (7/25/26)…read more What our cruise company did not tell us was there is a parking fee to get in. I learned that it is protected by the coast guards. I guess one way to think of this place is like a national forest. Entrance/parking fee to get in and it is well protected. I probably only saw one piece of trash through the entire lake cruise duration. They truly do their best to keep this place nice and clean. The lake was peaceful and beautiful. As another user already mentioned, even though the water line is decreased over the years, the lake remains a beautiful sight to see. This was my first time here and truly, getting a break from the dry desert was definitely a treat.

This is one of the biggest and nicest visitor centers you'll visit along your Route 66 journey. We…read moretried to stop in as many as possible as we traveled from Chicago to Santa Monica and this one definitely did not disappoint. It has all the 'stuff' you'd expect (food, souvenirs, restrooms, etc.), but they invested just as much in providing an experience for you to learn more about Kingman and Route 66 overall. We got our Passport stamped and had to keep moving, but the time we spent there was very well spent.

This is a fun visitor center with a little something for everyone. Two wonderful gift shops, a…read moresecond floor free museum, a super neat pay museum (that I would strongly recommend), a dog park, and several photo ops. The gift stores had moderate priced items and a nice selection. The free museum gave a nice history of this Route 66 stop. The gem was definitely the pay museum. We learned so much about the history of the area and the dust bowl. As an added bonus was the electric car display. So much fun! We almost skipped this because we were just planning on a short stop. Glad we stayed and explored! We were traveling with an active 6 year old and she stayed engaged throughout. So many fun photo backdrops made this a stop that made our highlight reel from our vacation. Plan to spend at least an hour. Your paid admission to the museum also includes 3 other stops. Not all are open every day. We only made it to one of the 4. Again, good for all ages. Entertaining and informative.

Great first stop coming into the Mount Charleston area, especially if it is your first time…read more There is a small visitors center and the staff there was so kind in telling us all about the different points of interest in the area. They gave us a little map and offered great suggestions. There is a little gift shop with some cool stuff. And don't miss the Cold War Silent Hero memorial outside in the back of the building.

My friend and I recently visited this beautiful visitor center. We needed a map of the hiking…read moretrails. Near this center there are a few hiking trails that are pretty easy. The ladies that work here are knowledgeable and attentive. You can get a cup of coffee or hot chocolate for $1.00 at this visitor center.

Fun spot to visit and look at rocks. There's a driving trail. It's 30 mins from the strip. There…read moreare several spots where you can park and take a walk. It's $20 per car entrance fee if you don't have the pass.

We stopped the visitor center to check the map, use the restroom, refill water bottles. The parking…read morelot was pretty full, but there were a few spots left. The visitor center is right at the front and convenient for a quick pit stop. Red rock canyon is definitely worth the visit. Check out the photos. See my other review for the park.

Valley of Fire State Park is one of the most breathtaking places I've ever visited. The bright red…read morerock formations almost look like you're on another planet, and every turn offers another incredible view. The scenic drive alone is worth the trip, but there are also plenty of great spots to stop, explore, and take photos. I especially enjoyed seeing the unique rock formations and the ancient petroglyphs. Everything was well maintained, and it was easy to spend several hours just taking in the scenery. If you're visiting the Las Vegas area, this is an absolute must see and well worth the drive. I would definitely come back again.

Valley of Fire State Park was one of the highlights of our road trip. We drove in from Henderson…read moreand made it a stop along the way. There was a bit of a line of cars waiting to enter, but once inside, everything felt surprisingly uncrowded. One of the coolest surprises was seeing several bighorn sheep walking along the road. They were much bigger than I expected and fun to watch from a safe distance. The landscape here feels almost otherworldly. The vibrant red rock formations, unique shapes, and dramatic scenery make it feel like you're on another planet. We spent our time driving through the park, stopping at various viewpoints to explore and take photos. The visitor center is excellent, with a great gift shop, and very clean restrooms. It was quite warm during our visit, so be sure to bring plenty of water, especially if you plan to do any hiking. If you're anywhere near Las Vegas or Henderson, I highly recommend making time for Valley of Fire. The scenery is absolutely stunning and well worth the visit.

This is a breath-taking park if you can beat the heat. I've hiked the Kelso Dunes Trail multiple…read moretimes as they sing (or rather vibrate and boom) if you slide down the side of a sand dune. You can also feel the vibrations in your body if you're the one triggering the noise. Apparently jumping and digging can also produce the noise. It's unfortunate that the trail head signs don't mention this property. Both times, my group was the only one triggering the sounds of the dunes. Hole-in-the-wall rings trail is also quite a unique trail as it passes by wind-worn caves and a petroglyph, and ends at a set of steel rings for you to climb up (or down, depending on how you traverse the loop). I've never hiked such a unique trail before!

Had the chance to visit a piece of Mojave National Preserve yesterday. The preserve currently…read moreoffers Teutonia Peak Trail and Kelso Dunes available during the pandemic. The scenery is amazing. The clouds were absolutely breathtaking as a backdrop to the many mountains and peaks. There are places to pull over along the way, you can even have a picnic at The Mojave Cross. Can't wait to come back and visit more of Mojave National Preserve!

Not far from Vegas, about 40 mins depending on location. Easy to get to, fully paved roads (to the…read moreVisitor Center. Cool signage along the way (reminders to slow down) you are in a Refuge. Ample parking, some covered, and easy paved walk to the Visitor Center. Restrooms & Trails open earlier then Visitor Center. Restrooms are clean, well stocked & flush toilets (stainless steel) and running water. There is also a drinking water filling station. Visitor Center opened up right on schedule with raising of the Colors. Center is well-done with informative & engaging exhibits. There is a gift shop with nice & reasonable priced souvenirs from t-shirts to magnets. The Staff was super friendly & helpful. They provided info about the refuge and surrounding area. They have several Cancelation Stamps for collectors & if you inquire about it will share the coolest & biggest Cancelation stamp that I have seen. Definitely worth the drive, arrive early so you can fully enjoy the trails around the center before it warms up. Birders - saw/heard several different birds from Bell's Vireo to Blue Grosbeak.

The ranger working here was super friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. The…read morevisitor center has a small gift shop with some cancellation stamps, and an area with exhibits about the geology, flora, and fauna of the area. There are plenty of hikes, including several loop hikes at the back of the center, so you can tailor it to your group and the weather. I also appreciated the covered parking!

Had a wonderful small group tour yesterday to the Hoover dam. Our tour guide was very nice & gave…read morelots of information. Van was very clean & great a/c. Breakfast stop included in price was great because we didn't have to worry about grabbing breakfast beforehand somehow. :)

The small group tour to Hoover Dam and Grand Canyon was so much fun! Our guide, Alfonzo, provided…read morehistorical information throughout the drive. At each stop, Alfonzo took photos for all of us and was very attentive- making sure we were safe and having great time. Highly recommend Grand Adventures Tours!!