Located in the southern portion of the state of Nevada and sharing its border with Arizona, Lake Mead remains one of the most spectacular locations in America that forever will inspire awe in all that come to visit. Lake Mead is the 110 mile long reservoir created behind Hoover Dam after its completion in 1936. With 550 miles of shoreline to explore, the opportunities are endless for recreation and exploration.
The dam is located on the Colorado River some 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas NV. on Interstate 93. Lake Mead offers a vast array of recreational diversity to local residents as well as to the 8 to 10 million visitors that visit the area each year. Boating of all types remains the most popular of activities including houseboat rentals, jetski rentals, sailboat and lake cruises. Fishing on lake mead is also very popular with guide services available in many locations. Additional activities include water skiing, swimming, sunbathing, and various species for fishing while the surrounding desert area entices hikers, wildlife photographers, and roadside sightseers. The area also has many coves with rocky cliffs and sandy beaches to explore. There are a number of small to medium sized islands in the lake a great getaway for recreational activities.
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