Lakes in Las Vegas

Lakes are a beautiful sample of mini-ecosystems and whether it may be activities like bird watching or boating at a lake or just sitting beside the water body, the experience is nothing short of blis (Read More)sful. Though the first things that come to mind when you think of Las Vegas are casinos, nightlife and the busy bustling city, the lakes in Las Vegas are one of the most soothing experiences the city has to offer. Here is a list of lakes in Las Vegas that you must visit irrespective of whether you are a local or a tourist at the city.

Here is the list of 7 Lakes in Las Vegas

1. Lake Mead (National Recreation Area), Las-vegas - America's Largest Recreational Area

Lake Mead (National Recreation Area), Las-vegas - America's Largest Recreational Area

Lake Mead is America’s first and largest recreation area. It is one of the finest places to go with your family, take a day off and relax. The area has beautiful landscapes and brilliant blue waters that make it an irresistible spot. Accompanying this are the 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons valleys all and lakes as well.

Address : Location: 10 Lakeshore Rd, NV 89005

Timings : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Entry Fees : $25 per vehicle
$20 per motorcycle
$15 for bicyclists and pedestrians.
An annual park pass will cost $45.

2. Lake Sarah, Las-vegas - One of Four Man-Made Lakes in Nevada

Lake Sarah, Las-vegas - One of Four Man-Made Lakes in Nevada

Lake Sarah is a beautiful and serene lake amidst the desert where you can sit and watch the swans and other birds swim and fly over the top layer of the lake. It is one of the four man-made lakes which were built for the residents of the Desert Shores. Non- community members can also come by and enjoy what the lake has to offer.

Address : 8300 Harbour Shores Ct Las Vegas, NV 89128

3. Tule Springs Lake, Las-vegas - A Peek into Early Las Vegas

Tule Springs Lake, Las-vegas - A Peek into Early Las Vegas

The park is located at the Tule springs and is surrounded by multiple small lakes that formed a major chunk of oasis that formed in the Mojave desert. The Floyd Lamb Park is a welcoming oasis with 680 acres of wildlife, lakes, vegetation and gorgeous views of the sheep and spring mountain ranges.

Location : 9200 Tule Springs Rd Las Vegas, NV 89131

Timings : Summer (April­ - September) 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Winter (October­ - March) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m

Entry fee : $6 per vehicle entrance fee

4. Cornerstone Park, Las-vegas - A Perfect Outing From Las Vegas

Cornerstone Park, Las-vegas - A Perfect Outing From Las Vegas

The park is a gorgeous place to be with your family and enjoy the ambience over the weekend while camping. Driving through can be slightly difficult so most people bring their campers and trailers. There are no pre-existing facilities so it is suggestible that you bring your stuff from home. The lake is gorgeous and the surrounding mountains add to the glory.

Address : 1600 Wigwam Pkwy Henderson, NV 89074

Timings : 6 am- 12 am of the next day

5. Lake Jacqueline, Las-vegas - An Escape from Sin City

Lake Jacqueline, Las-vegas - An Escape from Sin City

Sometimes leaving behind the comforts of our homes and busy city life, we need to embrace the beauty of mother nature and Lake Jacqueline is the perfect place to do that. People from all around the Las Vegas valley come here to replenish their spirits. The Disney-esque ducks, charming swans and the playful geese along with the serene turtles bring life to the mini-ecosystem existing in and around the lake. This unreal beauty of nature is located in the northwest valley of Desert shores. Sitting across the lake and watching nature at play while the sun goes down the horizon is an experience no amount of money can buy!

Address : 8301-8303 Coral Shores Dr, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Timings : Sun - Sat: 12:00 am - 12:00 am

6. Lake Las Vegas, Las-vegas - Lake Las Vegas Resort

Lake Las Vegas, Las-vegas - Lake Las Vegas Resort

The Las Vegas Lake is located in Nevada and the artificial lake is approximately 320 acre in size. The area is also known as lake las vegas resort. The area is being developed by 5 companies and three are already three major resorts there like Aston MonteLago Village Resort. The gorgeous blue lake is surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges and picturesque landscapes.

Location : 1605 Lake Las Vegas Pkwy Henderson, NV 89011

Timings : 24 Hours, but people mostly visit it in between 8am-9am

7. Lake Harriet, Las-vegas - Home for the Pahrump Poolfish

Lake Harriet, Las-vegas - Home for the Pahrump Poolfish

Lake Harriet is a home away from home for the Pahrump Poolfish. They were tiny fishes that are about two inches long with a gray colour. The fishes almost were extinct in 1975 when the groundwater was drying up. Dr.James Deacon who was a fish biologist then saved the fishes from becoming extinct when he rescued 29 of these fishes and since then Lake Harriet is their new home where the fishes have survived for generations now. The Lake was a man-made reservoir that was built in the year 1948. The lake is surrounded on all sides by old trees and tall cattails.

Address : Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Las Vegas, NV 89135

Timings : Open for day use all year long

Entry Fee : $5 day-use fee

I’m sure the above list has persuaded you to push yourself and drive to one of these gorgeous lakes in Las Vegas. Be it with friends or family, you can enjoy a perfectly peaceful weekend camping around the lakes amidst the glory of nature. So take a break from the rush and heat of the city and go soothe yourself in the aura of one of these magnificent lakes.

This post was published by Ken Chiramel

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