Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area campground
Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area
The campground offers 29 RV/tent campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, and a dump station. Reservations are strongly recommended during peak season, but some first-come-first-serve sites may be available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a popular spot for bootleggers during the Prohibition era. Visitors can still see the remnants of the old bootlegger tunnels on some of the nearby trails.
The best time to visit Willow Beach Campground is in the spring or fall, with temperatures averaging around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Summers can be extremely hot, with temperatures reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, Willow Beach Campground offers a scenic and comfortable camping experience for those looking to explore the beauty of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
What's on-site at Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Beach Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Boulder Beach Rv - Lake Mead National Rec Area | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Boulder Beach Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Eldorado Free Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lv Wash Blw Lake Las Vegas Nr Boulder City Nv | 387 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash Overflow At Lake Las Vegas Inlet | · | → |
| Lv Wash Ab Three Kids Wash Blw Henderson | 364 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash At Pabco Rd Nr Henderson | 337 cfs | → |
| Duck Ck At Broadbent Blvd At East Las Vegas | 9 cfs | → |
| Las Vegas Wash At Vegas Valley Dr Nr Las Vegas | 41 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Black Canyon
- Mount Wilson Wilderness
- Wilderness Eldorado
- Del Prado Park
- Frank Crowe Park
- Hemenway Valley Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Points of interest
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area.