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.

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!

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.

There are places in this country that aren't just destinations they're chapters of a life. Lake…read moreMead is one of mine. I remember when it was full truly full back in its heyday, when it stood as the largest reservoir in the United States, born from the mighty Hoover Dam and fed by the Colorado River like a beating heart in the desert. It wasn't just water out there... it was life. The kind of place families planned entire summers around. The kind of place that meant something. Our family didn't just "go" to Lake Mead we made a journey out of it. A couple days on the road, anticipation building mile by mile, until finally, there it was. We'd spend a week out there, soaking it all in. And I'll never forget those spring breaks. The sun high, music playing somewhere in the distance, boats cutting across the water, laughter echoing off canyon walls. Girls in bikinis everywhere and I was just a young man coming into my own, thinking every single one of them was the most beautiful woman I'd ever seen. It felt like the whole world was alive, and somehow, I was right in the middle of it. Back then, the water... it had a color you almost couldn't describe without sounding like you were exaggerating. Turquoise one minute, blue-green the next, shifting with the sunlight like it had moods of its own. The desert wrapped around it, rugged and raw, but the lake softened everything. It brought people together. You couldn't find a place to park half the time, and nobody cared. That was part of it. People shoulder to shoulder, coolers open, music playing, drinks in hand, strangers becoming friends for a weekend. It felt affordable, accessible... like it belonged to all of us. It felt like America. And now... now it feels like something else entirely. These days, when I pass by Lake Mead, it doesn't greet me the same way. The shoreline has pulled back like a memory fading. What was once shimmering and alive now looks cracked, dry, almost forgotten in places brown where it used to glow. The "bathtub ring" carved into the canyon walls isn't just a mark of water levels it's a scar. A reminder of what used to be there. It's hard not to feel like something's been taken. Whether it's overuse, growth, decisions made in rooms far away, or just time itself catching up whatever the cause, it's left behind a shell of what once was. A place that used to be bursting with life now feels like somewhere people go to remember instead of live. You don't go there the same way anymore. You visit it like a piece of history. And that's what hurts the most. Because I think about bringing my kids there today... and it's not the same gift my grandpa gave me. Not even close. What was once a living, breathing escape now feels like something we're quietly burying. Not gone but not what it was. And maybe never will be again. Still, I can close my eyes and see it. The color of that water. The sound of laughter. The feeling of being young, sunburned, a little wild, thinking the world was wide open and I was somebody in it. Lake Mead gave me that. And for that, no matter what it looks like today... I'll always love it.

We pulled in for a quick visit en route to AZ…read more Definitely worth visiting. What I saw in the short time we were here was stunning. Regret that we didn't have more time to spend here. If you're passing through on your way to/from California, Arizona or Nevada, highly recommend a sight-see here.

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.

Across the street from Locomotive Park [Kingman AZ]…read more Formerly the Powerhouse, Arizona's oldest known reinforced concrete industrial building, according to the roadside attraction marker in front of the building. The historic Powerhouse generated electricity from 1909 to 1938. The side of the building has 16 Tesla Superchargers ツ The Visitor Center has a gift shop that carries maps, brochures and mostly American-made souvenirs. They have a nice selection of stickers and postcards. They also sell stamps so it was perfect for the postcards I was sending. The stickers are my latest collection (it doesn't take up much space LoL!) Upstairs is the Route 66 Museum (stairs and elevator are available for use). Before heading to the museum, stop to read about the Guardian Angel of Route 66 StoryFile Experience, Angel Delgadillo. He has a very special relationship with the road called Route 66. The employees are friendly. They also have clean restrooms. Before leaving the parking lot drive through the Route 66 roadside attraction and snap a photo of your car underneath the sign. A "must see" attraction for Route 66 travelers in Kingman... highly recommended! Review #3695

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.

Beautiful facility, nice clean restrooms and a water fountain. Great to stop and get information…read moreabout open and closed hiking trails. Also very helpful volunteers inside that will give you detailed paper maps for picnics and camping. Really appreciated the exhibits inside and outside, nice to see our tax dollars spent well and not wasted.

The staff and rangers were incredibly helpful in planning our route, and the store has so many…read moregreat souvenir options! Plenty of variety in everything; shirts, stickers, magnets, postcards, even home decor. It's a must stop on your way in!

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 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.

Our SECOND visit…read more We plan to return again because one cannot get enough of this. Ever. Anyone who leaves the area without being stunned by it's beauty and grandeur, is soulless. There were hikers from all over the world here today.

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. :)

I did the Grand Canyon West Rim Skywalk Tour with Grand Adventure Tours on a Sunday in January…read more2019. Our guide was Luis, and he was incredibly knowledgeable and hospitable - he really attributed to a wonderful experience. We were accompanied by 8 other people that we didn't know, all of whom were very nice. After an early morning pickup at our hotel in Luis' van, we went to three other hotels to pick up the other people for the tour. First stop was the Fabulous Las Vegas sign for photos, and then a group breakfast at McDonalds. We then went on a very picturesque drive out to the Hoover Dam, and we spent over an hour there, enjoying the sights and learning about the structure and its construction. Lastly, we drove out to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon. We enjoyed the glass bottomed Skywalk, and then took more photos around Eagle Point. There was plenty of time to check out the gift shops. We saw some replica Native American structures, and enjoyed watching some dancing. We then drove to Guano Point for a picnic lunch, a hike, and plenty more photos. Before the drive back to Vegas, our guide stopped by the Joshua Tree forest, and we snapped a few photos. It was such a wonderful day! FIVE STARS.