Campground

Las Vegas Bay Campground

Lake Mead National Recreation Area · Boulder City · Nevada — managed by National Park Service

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Las Vegas Bay Campground campground
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Weekend availability at Las Vegas Bay Campground

Live from Recreation.gov · checked Sep 17, 6:24 AM PT
  • Fri, Sep 18
    Open
    79/83 sites
  • Fri, Sep 25
    Open
    78/83 sites
  • Fri, Oct 2
    Open
    74/83 sites
  • Fri, Oct 9
    Open
    79/83 sites
  • Fri, Oct 16
    Open
    75/83 sites
  • Fri, Oct 23
    Open
    80/83 sites

Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.

How booked is Las Vegas Bay Campground?

as of September 17

Sites are open right now — we found space out to Nov. That changes fast at a campground. We check Las Vegas Bay Campground around the clock, so the moment your dates fill up and a cancellation reopens them, you'll be first to know. Weekdays still have room — for now.

Weekends (Saturday night)

Sep 26Open
Oct 17Open
Nov 7Open
Nov 28Open

Weekdays (Wednesday night)

Sep 23Open
Oct 28Open
Nov 25Open

Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.

Campsites & amenities

Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.

Campsites
86
Pull-through
1
Overnight Shelter No HookupStandard No Hookup

About this campground

Overview Las Vegas Bay Campground is located just minutes from Las Vegas on the western edge of the park. 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.  Recreation Las Vegas Bay is a location where you can quickly get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to just relax and enjoy the outdoors. Bluffs Trail is a well-defined trail leads along the bluffs with grand views overlooking Las Vegas Wash. The trailhead starts next to site #72 in the campground. This area is ideal to bird watch, so be sure to bring your binoculars and camera.  Air tour noise may be present throughout the day.  There are no services within walking distance and no access to the lake. However, trails, launch ramps, fishing piers, marinas and restaurants can be reached by car in about 20 minutes.  Facilities 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. Natural Features Las Vegas 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. Wildlife in the area includes many species of birds and lizards along with antelope squirrels and the occasional coyote.  Nearby Attractions 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. Charges & Cancellations Please have cancellations processed in the system three days in advance of your visit.

Getting there

Located just minutes from Las Vegas off Lakeshore Road within the park between near the city of Henderson, Nevada. Take Lake Mead Parkway east to the park entrance. Follow the road about 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Lakeshore Drive and take your first left onto Las Vegas Campground Road. You’ll arrive at the campground in about 1 mile.

Elevation
1,275 ft
Contact
702-293-8906

Activities

  • AMPHITHEATER
  • BACKPACKING
  • CAMPING
  • HIKING
  • STAR GAZING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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