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Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Fees & Reservations

Lake Mead National Recreation Area has entrance and lake use fees. Daily and entrance passes can be purchased at the entrance stations. You may also purchase an entrance pass by printing out a mail-in form.

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Entrance Fees:

 
Lake Mead Fee Station
Lake Mead Fee Station

Entrance fees are for entrance into Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Current locations are East Lake Mead Drive, East Lake Mead Blvd., Boulder Beach and Katherine Landing. Additional locations will be added in future projects. Holders of entrance passes will be authorized to enter the park through the far right hand lane of the entrance station.

 
Vehicle 1-5 days $ 5.00 per vehicle (covers all passengers)
Vehicle

Calender
Year

$20.00 per annual pass (covers all passengers)
Individual 1-5 days $3.00 per person (motorcycle, bicycles, hikers)
Individual

Calender
Year

$20.00 per annual pass (motorcycle, bicycles etc.)
 

1) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Annual Pass - Cost $80 This pass is available to the general public and provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee for a year, beginning from the date of sale. The pass admits the pass holder(s) and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas. (children under 16 are admitted free) The pass can be obtained in person at the park, by calling 1-888-ASK USGS, Ext. 1, or via the Internet at http://store.usgs.gov/pass.

2) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Senior Pass. - Cost $10. This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents age 62 or over. The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.

3) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Access Pass - Free. This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. Documentation is required to obtain the pass. Acceptable documentation includes: statement by a licensed physician; document issued by Federal agency such as the Veteran’s Administration, Social Security Disability Income or Supplemental Security Income; or document issued by a State agency such as a vocational rehabilitation agency.The pass provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. The Senior Pass provides a 50 percent discount on some Expanded Amenity Fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launching, and specialized interpretive services. In some cases where Expanded Amenity Fees are charged, only the pass holder will be given the 50 percent price reduction. The pass is non-transferable and generally does NOT cover or reduce special recreation permit fees or fees charged by concessionaires.

4) America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Volunteer Pass - Free. This pass is for volunteers acquiring 500 service hours on a cumulative basis. It provides access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee for a year, beginning from the date of award. The pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 4 adults, at per person fee areas (children under 16 are admitted free). Contact (park VIP coordinator) to learn about volunteer opportunities in (Park).

 
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Golden Eagle Passport and National Parks Pass and Golden Eagle Hologram

These passes have been discontinued and replaced by the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Entrance Pass.

Golden Age Passport

This pass has been discontinued and replaced by the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Senior Pass.

Golden Access Passport

This pass has been discontinued and replaced by the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass– Access Pass.

All National Parks Passes, Golden Eagle, Golden Eagle Hologram, Golden Access and Golden Age Passports will continue to be honored according to the provisions of the pass. Only paper Golden Age and Access Passports may be exchanged free of charge for new plastic passes.

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Lake Use Fee for Vessels (motorized)

All motorized vessels entering the park will be assessed a lake use fee charge. This includes vessels that are in dry storage and/or maintained in slips at the marinas.

 
Vessel 1-5 days $10.00 first vessel
Vessel 1-5 days $ 5.00 each additional vessel
Vessel

Calender
Year

$20.00 first vessel
Vessel

Calender
Year

$10.00 each additional vessel
 

Holders of Golden Age and Golden Access Passports are authorized a 50% discount of the full value price for Lake Use Fees. Additional vessel passes are already discounted 50%, therefore all additional daily vessel passes are $5.00 each and all additional annual vessel passes are $10.00 each.

In order for the pass to be valid it must be affixed directly to the vessel on the port (left) bow next to, but not overlapping the state registration. The sticker will not be honored if placed elsewhere or if it is not directly affixed to the vessel.

Please refer any questions to the Fee Management Office at (702) 293-8906 or Fax (702) 293-8800, 601 Nevada Highway, Boulder City, NV 89005.

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Scenic view over looking Lake Mohave  

Did You Know?
The more than 700 miles of shoreline, Lake Mead offer countless opportunities for exploration. One can return to Lake Mead National Recreation Area again and again to a favorite cove or hideaway in which to enjoy the special solitude, where water and desert contrast and complement each other.

Last Updated: March 26, 2009 at 14:48 EST