Lake Mead
Bureau of Reclamation / NPS • Built 1936 • 158,000 surface acres • 759 miles shoreline
Lake Mead
Notice / Caution Recommended
Level is 165.2 ft below normal pool (watch for shallow hazards), water temp is 64°f (crisp), light winds around 1 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Lake Mead
America's largest reservoir by volume when full, formed by iconic Hoover Dam on the Colorado River just 30 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. Hemenway Harbor and Callville Bay are full-service launch points.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Mt. Wilson Wilderness - Missouri Spring Trailhead
Low Water CautionMissouri Spring Trail follows an old two-track vehicle route for about 2.25 miles to Missouri Spring in Mount Wilson Wilderness . The route has gentle grades as it meanders through sparse Mohave Desert vegetation. After ...
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Callville Bay Campground
$18 - $32 / nightCallville Bay Campground is located just minutes from Las Vegas along the northern edge of the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along w...
⛺ Callville Bay Rv Park
$18 - $32 / nightMore than 550 miles of pristine shoreline. Soaring red rock cliffs. Countless bays and beaches. Get off the grid for the vacation of a lifetime at Callville Bay Resort & Marina on Lake Mead. Conveniently located within a...
⛺ Echo Bay Campground
$18 - $32 / nightEcho Bay Campground is located in the northern end of the park along the Overton Arm of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along with tables, fire pits an...
⛺ Echo Bay Rv Park
$18 - $32 / nightEcho Bay Park is a fisherman’s and boater’s paradise. Located on the north end of Lake Mead, this secluded park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Close to the “must-see” wonder of the Valley of Fire State Park and ...
⛺ Temple Bar Campground
$18 - $32 / nightEnjoy the Temple Bar area by land or water. Hike through the desert along the Temple View Trail to observe the crystal blue waters of Lake Mead and the natural temple that changes colors throughout the day. Launch your o...
⛺ Temple Bar Rv Park
$18 - $32 / nightJust 75 miles away from Las Vegas, Temple Bar Marina is located in the Temple Basin on the Arizona side of eastern Lake Mead. It’s the closest marina for Arizonans who want to get away from the more populated Boulder Bas...
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 64°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: NDOW Nevada or AZGFD Arizona fishing license valid on water with Colorado River stamp.
Regulations Summary: Top trophy striper fishery with 40-pounders on record.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Lake Mead National Recreation Area pass required. Strict quagga mussel inspection and decontamination laws enforced.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: -0.031) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (64°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
O'Neill Men's Reactor-2 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit
Water temperature is a chilly 64°F. Rapid immersion risks cold shock; 3/2mm FluidFlex neoprene maintains vital core body warmth.
Taylor Made Products Low Freeboard Boat Fender & Dock Bumper
Lake is 165.2 ft low; exposed slips and low shorelines risk heavy hull scrapes from wake surges.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (1 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Lake Mead
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
Featured Fishing Guides on Lake Mead
Are you a licensed fishing guide or charter captain on Lake Mead? Feature your guide service at the top of our daily solunar fishing forecast and water report.
Marinas & Boat Rentals on Lake Mead
Connect directly with lake homeowners and visiting boaters searching for pontoon rentals, boat slips, dry storage, and marine service.
Living on Lake Mead
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Lake Mead? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
Monitored via Bureau of Reclamation RISE. Essential water supply for 25M people in NV, AZ, and CA.
Boulder City, NV
Historic town created for Hoover Dam workers with zero commercial gaming and direct Hemenway Valley lake access.
Henderson, NV
Award-winning master-planned community bordering Lake Las Vegas with premier recreation and dining.
Las Vegas, NV
Global entertainment capital just 30 minutes from Lake Mead Marina and Callville Bay.
Meadview, AZ
Quiet Arizona plateau settlement near the Grand Wash Cliffs and South Cove boat ramp.