Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Arizona
Important National Park Service alert
Government Wash and 8.0 Mile Road Anticipated Reopening
The Government Wash campground and 8.0 Mile Road are anticipated to reopen in late November to vehicle access and overnight camping. This alert will be updated once the reopening date has been set.
Park Closure · updated Oct 15, 2026 · Official notice
Checked Oct 26, 11:25 am (America/Denver). Conditions change quickly - confirm on the official park page before you go.
- Fee per night$20
- SeasonSee dates below
- RV length (some sites)not listed
- Drinking wateryes
- Electricno
At a glance: Confirmed: drinking water and flush toilets. No electric hookups or showers. Not listed: maximum RV length.
2 National Park Service notices for the park (not specific to this campground)
Harmful Algae Bloom
A Harmful Algae Bloom has been confirmed in recent water samples taken from the Nelson's Landing and the Cottonwood Cove areas on Lake Mohave. To reduce health risks, the National Park Service recommends recreators limit body contact with these waters when algae is present.
Caution · updated Jul 23, 2026 · Official notice
Bacteria Levels at Arizona Hot Springs
Fecal bacteria in water samples taken from Arizona Hot Springs frequently reach high levels, which can transmit human diseases. To reduce health risks, the National Park Service recommends recreators limit body contact in these waters, clean after use, and to never put your head under water at hot springs. Please contact the Park at 702-293-8990 for updates on this advisory.
Caution · updated May 22, 2026 · Official notice
Checked Oct 26, 11:25 am (America/Denver). Conditions change quickly - confirm on the official park page before you go.
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Amenities
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- Electric hookups No
- Drinking water Yes
- Flush toilets Yes
- Showers No
- Dump station Yes
- Water hookups at sites Not listed
- Sewer hookups Not listed
- Tent sites Yes
- RV / trailer sites Not listed
- Reservable online Not listed
Sites, fees and season
- Campsites
- 71
- Elevation
- 1,309 ft
- Open season
- Standard hours. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. (as listed by National Park Service, Oct 25, 2026)
- Phone
- (702) 293-8906 (campground or managing office)
- Listed fees
- $20.00 per site per night - Campsite Fees
Official fee information
Campsite Fees: $20.00 - Campground fees are $20 per site ($10 with the Interagency Senior and Access passes).
Location and nearby campgrounds
Location on the map · Driving directions · 36.03032, -114.32485 (the official listing point; check the access road for large rigs)
- Temple Bar RV Park 0.3 mi straight-line
- Willow Beach Campground 21.3 mi straight-line
- Willow Beach RV Park 21.3 mi straight-line
- Katherine Landing Campground 57.3 mi straight-line
- Katherine Landing RV Park 57.4 mi straight-line
From the official listing description, directions and rules
Enjoy the Temple Bar area by land or water. Hike through the desert along the Temple View Trail to observe the crystal blue waters of Lake Mead and the natural temple that changes colors throughout the day. Launch your own boat or rent one from the marina. You can also dine at the seasonal cafe, or grab a variety of snacks, drinks and charcoal from the store.
Weather forecast - next 7 days
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Climate by month
Average daily high and low and monthly precipitation, 1991-2020 normals from the NOAA station Temple Bar - 0.2 mi away, station at 1,280 ft - about the same height as the campground. Long-term averages, not a forecast; the open season is listed separately above.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Precip. in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60 | 38 | 0.69 |
| Feb | 65 | 41 | 0.79 |
| Mar | 73 | 48 | 0.50 |
| Apr | 83 | 56 | 0.39 |
| May | 93 | 65 | 0.50 |
| Jun | 104 | 74 | 0.04 |
| Jul | 109 | 82 | 0.81 |
| Aug | 107 | 81 | 0.32 |
| Sep | 99 | 71 | 0.31 |
| Oct | 84 | 58 | 0.51 |
| Nov | 69 | 46 | 0.51 |
| Dec | 58 | 37 | 0.49 |
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Sources and data dates where every fact comes from
| Fact | Source | Fetched from the source |
|---|---|---|
| Campsites | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Tent sites | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Electric hookups | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Drinking water | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Flush toilets | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Showers | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Dump station | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Elevation | USGS elevation (EPQS) | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Lowest listed fee | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Highest listed fee | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Open season | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official page | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
| Phone | National Park Service | Oct 25, 2026 |
Last successful data update for this page: Oct 26, 2026. That is when we last read the official sources - not a personal visit, and not the date the source itself changed (shown per fact above). Found something wrong? Report an error.