Welcome to Lake Mead View  Looking over the Boulder Basin, Black Mesa, to Muddy Peak, and beyond, this breathtaking vista offers a unique window into one of America’s cherished landscapes. Lake Mead National Recreation Area, a unit of the National Park Service, was the first National Recreation Area established by congress in 1964 and remains the largest in the U.S., covering nearly 1.5 million acres of diverse desert ecosystems, rugged mountains, and crystal-clear waters. Lake Mead is a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts offering boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing, with expansive vistas that showcase the stark beauty of the Mojave Desert.  We hope you enjoy the view!  If you like what you see, please consider adding us to your favorites.
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