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Push a Pro Race Truck or hop a UTV for a guided three-hour ATV run through Lake Mead, finish with a mile on a pro-style off-road track and a riverside photo stop. This combo pairs technical driving with a scenic Colorado River visit and a burger lunch.
Push a Pro Race Truck or hop a UTV for a guided three-hour ATV run through Lake Mead, finish with a mile on a pro-style off-road track and a riverside photo stop. This combo pairs technical driving with a scenic Colorado River visit and a burger lunch.
The engine thumps as a line of ATVs climbs a sandy ridge above a wide, sun-bright stretch of the Colorado River. Dust curls behind each machine and the desert smells of creosote and hot stone; the river below dares you to cross its glare with a camera and a quick wade in summer months.
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Operated by Las Vegas ATV's · Boulder City, Nevada
The engine thumps as a line of ATVs climbs a sandy ridge above a wide, sun-bright stretch of the Colorado River. Dust curls behind each machine and the desert smells of creosote and hot stone; the river below dares you to cross its glare with a camera and a quick wade in summer months.
This route threads through Lake Mead National Recreation Area terrain carved by millions of years of uplift and erosion where basalt and limestone meet younger alluvium. Early river travelers and Native Paiute people used these corridors for trade and seasonal camps; today the corridor’s history is measured in boat wakes and old road grades. The cultural mix here is practical — mining, military testing, and modern tourism shaped the landscape you ride.
Expect three hours of guided off-road driving through washes, short climbs and sandy flats that require attention to throttle and line choice, then a one-mile professional style track with six jumps and seven turns coached by an instructor. In summer the Colorado River offers a cooling splash; in cooler months the river’s voice is quieter, the photo light crisper.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and eye protection; bring sun protection and at least 1 liter of water. Drivers must be 18 and comfortable with basic vehicle control; passengers should be steady on uneven ground. Helmets and safety gear are supplied; be prepared for a 6–7 hour outing including hotel pickup, instruction, a riverside stop and lunch at the onsite restaurant.
moderate.
6–7 hours.
Good for people who can handle several hours of standing, vehicle jolts, and a short walk to the river; basic cardiovascular health recommended.
Minimum age to join the tour is 6; drivers must be at least 18 years old and show valid ID at check-in.
All sales are final — there are no refunds for cancellations; the operator may cancel for weather or insufficient travelers and will notify you.
Yes — helmets and safety gear are supplied and mandatory; bring hair arrangements that fit under a helmet or you may be denied participation.
Yes — during summer months a supervised splash/photo stop is included, but prepare to walk on uneven riverbank and check water conditions with guides.
This stretch of the Colorado River and surrounding uplands were travel corridors for Indigenous groups and later miners and rail crews; the modern recreation area grew after Hoover Dam reshaped the river in the 1930s.
Lake Mead faces long-term water level and invasive species challenges; stay on designated routes, pack out trash and avoid disturbing shoreline habitats to reduce your impact.
Las Vegas ATV's operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The engine thumps as a line of ATVs climbs a sandy ridge above a wide, sun-bright stretch of the Colorado River. Dust curls behind each machine and the desert smells of creosote and hot stone; the river below dares you to cross its glare with a camera and a quick wade in summer months.
The engine thumps as a line of ATVs climbs a sandy ridge above a wide, sun-bright stretch of the Colorado River. Dust curls behind each machine and the desert smells of creosote and hot stone; the river below dares you to cross its glare with a camera and a quick wade in summer months.
This route threads through Lake Mead National Recreation Area terrain carved by millions of years of uplift and erosion where basalt and limestone meet younger alluvium. Early river travelers and Native Paiute people used these corridors for trade and seasonal camps; today the corridor’s history is measured in boat wakes and old road grades. The cultural mix here is practical — mining, military testing, and modern tourism shaped the landscape you ride.
Expect three hours of guided off-road driving through washes, short climbs and sandy flats that require attention to throttle and line choice, then a one-mile professional style track with six jumps and seven turns coached by an instructor. In summer the Colorado River offers a cooling splash; in cooler months the river’s voice is quieter, the photo light crisper.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and eye protection; bring sun protection and at least 1 liter of water. Drivers must be 18 and comfortable with basic vehicle control; passengers should be steady on uneven ground. Helmets and safety gear are supplied; be prepared for a 6–7 hour outing including hotel pickup, instruction, a riverside stop and lunch at the onsite restaurant.