Lake Mead
Lake Mead is a large reservoir on the Colorado River in the American Southwest, forming part of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It's a hub for boating, fishing, and water-based recreation against a backdrop of desert landscapes and nearby Hoover Dam.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Colorado Plateau |
| Subregion | Southwestern United States |
| Country | United States |
| State | Nevada |
| County | Clark County |
| District | Lake Mead National Recreation Area |
| City | Henderson (nearest) |
| Postal Code | 89005 |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 36 |
| Longitude | -114.7 |
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6:15 PM LOCAL TIMELake Mead sits behind Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, straddling the border between Arizona and Nevada. As one of the largest reservoirs in the United States, it provides critical water storage and hydroelectric power and serves as a major recreational destination. Visitors come to Lake Mead for boating, skiing, swimming, and fishing for species like catfish, striped bass, and bluegill. The surrounding Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers campgrounds, scenic viewpoints, and trails — but be mindful of seasonal water level changes and desert sun.
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