Board a luxury Tour Trekker from Las Vegas and get a guided look at Hoover Dam’s sweeping viewpoints, interior power plant, and the human stories that built it. This 4-hour outing blends big-picture geology and engineering with practical tips for touring in high desert heat.
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You step out of a luxury Tour Trekker into Mojave air that presses warm against your face, the concrete monolith of Hoover Dam rising like an engineered cliff ahead. Guides point you to the edge where the Colorado River narrows and the water below dares you to look straight down; the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Bridge frames the scene and the sheer scale finally clicks.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; includes walking on paved surfaces, stairs, and brief standing periods
Wildlife
History
Completed in 1936, Hoover Dam was built by thousands of workers during the Great Depression and created Lake Mead, the nation’s largest reservoir at the time.
Conservation
Lake Mead’s declining water levels and regional water-management challenges are central conservation issues; stay on marked paths, pack out trash, and respect sensitive desert flora.
Reserve your spot on the Hoover Dam Inside and Out today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring sun protection
The desert sun is intense on exposed viewpoints — hat, sunglasses, and SPF 30+ recommended.
Comfortable shoes
The tour is paved but includes stairs and standing during the power plant visit; wear sturdy walking shoes.
Hydrate before you go
Carry water (bottled water is provided) and sip frequently in summer; heat can spike quickly.
Expect security screening
Visitor Center and power plant access include security checks and possible restricted generator-room access.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for paved walkways and steps across the dam.
Refillable water bottle
Helps you stay hydrated in the Mojave heat; bottled water is included but extras are useful.
Sun hat and sunglasses
Direct sun on viewing areas makes eye and skin protection important.
summer
Light jacket or windbreaker
Winters can be cool and breezy on exposed overlooks and the bridge.
winter