Echo Bay Campground

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Echo Bay Campground is located in the northern end of the park along the Overton Arm of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills. Restrooms and water spigots are located throughout the campsite. Temperatures usually surpass 100F (37C) degrees June-August. In May and September, daytime highs are around 90F (32C). October-April, temperatures are much cooler. Lows can dip to freezing temps December-February. The area averages 4 inches of rain each year. Some sites have views of the lake, and vegetation provides some shade. 

Each campsite provides space for up to eight people with one camping unit, i.e., motor home or camp trailer. A maximum of two motorized vehicles, four motorcycles or combination thereof if towed or carried on or by a camper may occupy a site. Paved roads lead to each site, and the sites are asphalt. There are multiple water spigots and restrooms spread out throughout the campground. The restrooms have sinks and toilets. There are no showers. Accessible sites are available. An RV dump station and water refill station are located near the entrance to the Echo Bay Upper Campground on the left. 

Need to Know

• • Site capacity maximum is eight persons and four tents or one camping unit (motorhome/camp trailer).

  ## Reservations are required for all sites through this reservation system and can be made the same day as arrival. Cash is not accepted, and sites can only be booked through rec.gov.

  • Each site can have a maximum of two motorized vehicles, four motorcycles or a combination thereof if towed or carried on or by a camper. 

  • Motor vehicles must be parked in designated parking areas only and may not be driven onto the dirt or across irrigation ditches. 

  • The campground can accommodate RVs, but there are no hookups. 

  • Camping is limited to a total of 90 days at Lake Mead within any consecutive 12-month period.

  • Camping is limited to 30 days in any developed campground.

  • Quiet hours are 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Please do not create or sustain unreasonable noise, including generators, during those hours.

  • All trash must be disposed of in appropriate trash or recycling receptacles. 

  • Pets must be kept on a leash not to exceed 6-feet in length and should not be left unattended. Never leave your pet in a closed vehicle. Pet excrement must be disposed of in trash containers.

  • Please do not feed wildlife. Wild animals can become dependent on handouts of food and lose their fear of humans. This is dangerous for the wildlife and you. 

  • Trees can provide refreshing shade and a windbreak for campers. It is illegal to cut or damage any tree in a national park.

  • Fires are permitted in grills, fire rings, portable stoves, portable barbecues and portable fireplaces in all campgrounds.

  • Fires should not be left unattended and must be completely extinguished with water, doused and stirred.  

  • A campground host may be available onsite to offer assistance. 

  ~ Phone service works best by the Echo Bay Ranger Station. Other parts of the area have limited to no cell service~

Natural Features

There is a mix of palm trees, oleanders, mature cottonwood trees and native vegetation that help provide shade and privacy between sites. Wildlife in the area includes many species of birds and lizards along with antelope squirrels and the occasional coyote. Some sites have a view of the lake. Echo Bay is remote, making it an ideal location to view the night skies.

Nearby Attractions

There are many adventures to be discovered from Echo Bay, including the Redstone Picnic Area, the historic once-flooded town of St. Thomas, Rogers Spring, Blue Point Spring and the Valley of Fire State Park.

Recreation

The Echo Bay developed area has a small picnic area, boat launch and store that sells amenities. Anglers enjoy coming to this area to fish along the many coves that can be accessed by foot or boat. A fish cleaning station is located near the picnic area. 

Changes & Cancellations

If you need to cancel, please cancel as soon as possible through Recreation.gov so availability is opened up to others.

Contact Information

Mailing

601 Nevada Way Boulder City NV 89005

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: (702)293-8906

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

Located along the northwestern portion of Lake Mead along Northshore Road. Access from the north from Overton, Nevada, or Valley of Fire State Park, or from the south from the Las Vegas Valley. The Echo Bay Road turn off is 10 miles south of the Northshore Entrance Station and 40 miles north of the Lake Mead Parkway Entrance Station. The lower campground is about 5 miles from the turnoff to Echo Bay. 

Available Campsites

• Site EB Site 37, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 32, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 33, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 20, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 16, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 24, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 29, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 9, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 35, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 8 H, Loop lower, Type Rv Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 30, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 31, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 11, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 13, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 34, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 22, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 26, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 10, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 7, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 28, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 23, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 25, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 19, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 36, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 12, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 5, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 17, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 27, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 18, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 14, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 15, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 6, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 4, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site EB Site 21, Loop lower, Type Standard Nonelectric

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