Hoover Dam Bypass, Las Vegas: Hours, Address, Hoover Dam Bypass Reviews: 4.5/5
Hoover Dam Bypass
Hoover Dam Bypass
4.5
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges • Canyons
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Restaurants
9 within 5 kms

Hoover Dam Cafe
132
0.4 km€ • Quick Bites • American

The Boat House
41
3 km€€ - €€€ • American • Bar

The Harbor House Cafe & Lounge
52
3.3 km€€ - €€€ • American • Bar

Lake Mead Marina
16
3.6 km€

The Big Horn Cafe
58
3.9 km€€ - €€€ • American • Vegetarian Friendly
Red Dragon
1
3.8 km
Dotty's
6
3.8 kmAmerican

The Steakhouse at the Hoover Dam Lodge
13
3.9 km€€ - €€€ • Steakhouse

Hacienda Steakhouse
31
3.9 km€€ - €€€ • American
Attractions
18 within 10 kms

Hoover Dam
9,388
0.5 kmDams

Winged Figures of the Republic Statues
156
0.5 kmMonuments & Statues

Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs
78
1.4 kmCanyons • Hiking Trails

Historic Railroad Trail
185
3.1 kmHiking Trails

Lake Mead National Recreation Area
732
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Hemenway Park
193
Parks

Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum
384
Speciality Museums
Rogue Hiking us
3
3.8 kmHiking Trails

Robert L Mendenhall Scenic Overlook
8
Scenic Drives

Arizona Hot Springs
22
Hiking Trails • Hot Springs & Geysers
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Billy
3 contributions
Jun 2022
Such an educational experience, well worth the short drive from Las Vegas. Can't believe how the completed during the times of the depreciation.
Written 27 June 2022
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Lyla Hughes
Arkansas5 contributions
Mar 2022
Another good option for a short break away from the strip noise. Husband and I enjoyed visiting the dam not sure the kids liked it as much. we didn't do the tour as we felt the main attraction here was to peer over the edge and take a look at the sheer scale of the project.
Parking easy next to the dam
Parking easy next to the dam
Written 23 June 2022
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Fe_cassim
Limeira, SP92 contributions
Jun 2022
It is interesting, but would be better if have more time for photos, including on Dam it self, we only stopped very far, on the last parking lot, and did not know (or understood) we would not stop on Dam area for more photos, much of my photos were inside the bus, with bad angles.
Written 20 June 2022
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Joe P
Pretoria, South Africa217 contributions
May 2022
The Dam Wall is quite impressive. The water level is very low due to the drought. But apparently, floods in Yellowstone NP will feed Lake Mead and it might be a good experience to witness the rush in of new water.
Written 15 June 2022
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John K
5 contributions
Jun 2022
Dont miss this when visiting the Hoover Dam- puts it really into scale. Awesome photo opp and close to vegas
Written 10 June 2022
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Kevin R
2 contributions
Jun 2022
it was great to see the Dam and all the things around it. I took a lot of pictures around the damn and will tresure them forever.
Written 6 June 2022
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Loungesong
San Francisco, CA295 contributions
May 2022
Tour really isn't necessary. I would drive over the dam and park in the AZ parking lot for free. Walk around the dam area and check it out. Then go up to the free upper lot and walk over the bypass bridge and take in the sight. Incredible.
Written 1 June 2022
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ShorterPorter
Big Lake, AK61 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
Well worth the short drive from the Las Vegas strip. Until you see it in person you can not appreciate the size and engineering of this structure. It is truly breathtaking. Make it a nice day trip and stop for breakfast, explore the dam, and then continue on into the Lake Meade National Parks.
Written 29 May 2022
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James L
2 contributions
May 2022
Part of the Max Tour package and extremely well guided with great historical details and understanding of the visual effects of climate change and the dramatic effects it has had here
Written 29 May 2022
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Emily
Ames, IA
I read an old blog post that said the bypass bridge is closed for cleaning on Monday mornings. Is this correct? And if so, for how many hours?
pristinebeach
new york41 contributions
We will be visiting this Labor Day weekend....please let me know are tours are running? Is it worthwhile to go into the visitors center? Is that the tour?
Ty for your help!
Lynne C
Palo Alto, CA63 contributions
last time we were there they were running
Cindi R
New Holland, PA15 contributions
Has anyone visited the Hoover Dam since 06/2021 to know what to expect? I visited the official site and see tours are not up and running yet. Planning on a visit late August. Wondering about crowds and such...
Leslie D
Malvern, PA42 contributions
We highly recommend the GYPSY Guided tour of the Hoover dam and drive from Las Vegas via Hoover Dam to the Grand Canyon. It entertains you with facts on the dam, where to park, where to view all for a $6 app on your smartphone. The "Gypsy" app tour is like having an expert tour guide that tells you where to turn, what to see and fills you in on history, geology and funny tid bits. It is the right amt of information and silence. definitly check it out when visiting Hoover Dam and get the history.
kellycannonb
Ridgewood, NJ19 contributions
We are going to Las Vegas for work and have one full day. We want to see Hoover Dam, which I understand is an easy day trip. After the conference, we are driving from Vegas to Flagstaff. I want to make sure we will not be doubling back - i.e. driving past the Hoover Dam on the way to Flagstaff! Does anyone know? Thanks!
chadbQ8926CN
Las Vegas, NV1 contribution
The Hoover dam is opposite the Grand Canyon direction
Guide583163
San Diego, CA
We are renting a 25' RV and visiting Lake Mead and the Hoover dam in late September. Where on the Dam Bypass would we be able to park to see the dam? Also, are there any RV parks in the area you'd recommend? And any marina you would recommend for renting a small powerboat. Thanks!
Sharyl M
Moncks Corner, SC120 contributions
No you will not be able to see it
jmjbwolf
Liberty, MO109 contributions
Is the parking area open and are people allowed to walk across the bridge during the pandemic? Will be there in 2 weeks and cannot find a definitive answer.
Sunshine34500
West Orange, NJ2,080 contributions
Best to check directly with them as things could have changed.
How and where did you book the tour for the power plant. I would love to do this, and about how long would you say this could take of your day? Is there some good things to stop and do on the way from Vegas and any good food locations?
ray
Las Vegas, NV86 contributions
We live in Vegas so it is easy for us to take the 45-min drive from our home. After you leave the security checkpoint, watch for a small parking lot on the right with lots of stairs leading up to the bypass bridge. A long walk, but the view of the dam is spectacular. Return to the parking lot and drive down to the dam's on-site parking facility that is favorable if you have difficulty walking. I recommend you bypass the parking facility and drive across to the Arizona side where parking is free but hard to find. Then you take the pedestrian walkway back to the Nevada side and purchase your tickets at the Visitor Center. You can judge the walking distance, in 100-120 degree sunshine, and decide if you should drive back over to the Nevada side and park in the multi-level parking lot for $10. There is plenty to see outside of the Visitor Center. The guides inside the Visitor Center will describe the available tours. Take a wide brim hat, social mask, and plenty of water when you are walking outside. On your return trip, follow the signs from the dam to Boulder City for an ice cream cone and a glimpse of history in a charming small town. On the way back to Las Vegas, you can stop in Henderson for fast food or Walmart shopping.
Olga Y
Weeki Wachee, FL1 contribution
Do the tour companies offer discount coupons
Rainbows and kids
Albuquerque, NM39 contributions
I have seen discount tickets on groupon.
alishajane
Winnipeg, Canada
We are taking a day trip from Vegas to Hover Dam any suggestions on best roads to take with scenery? Also any places to stop and shop or eat along the way. Thank you
Deborah K
32 contributions
hello alishjan,
re hover dam... first time out there? it was mine and let me tell ya, there really is not many choices on roads or scenery, lol. once you leave vegas heading toward Hoover Dam, not much except Boulder, which would have places to eat. We didn't stop but the little town did leave an impression as "quaint", think we passed a "train ride" passing thru and 1 grocery store. the scenery is everywhere, the expanse with nothing, the mountain tops looming near and far.... then suddenly you spot a lake (or is that a mirage?) and there it is.... Grand, man made and inspiring, the dam and the surrounding infrastructure show what extreme measures it took to harness nature, for better or worse as you will see by the visual water lines, +100's of feet above the current water level which our driver states is as much or perhaps even more a result of poor water management as any natural event. Be that as it may, seeing that line does give a dramatic perspective, especially in photos.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hoover Dam Bypass
- Hoover Dam Bypass is open:
- Sun - Sat 00:00 - 23:59
- We recommend booking Hoover Dam Bypass tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 36 Hoover Dam Bypass tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Hoover Dam Bypass:
- Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas (From €62.74)
- Ultimate Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas With Lunch (From €95.06)
- Hoover Dam Experience from Las Vegas (From €77.00)
- Grand Canyon West Rim Bus Tour with Hoover Dam Stop, Meals and Optional Upgrades (From €85.55)
- Small-Group Hoover Dam VIP Tour from Las Vegas (From €98.94)
- Hotels near Hoover Dam Bypass:
- (9.29 km) Boulder Dam Hotel
- (3.82 km) Hoover Dam Lodge
- (9.76 km) Best Western Hoover Dam Hotel
- (9.84 km) Sands Motel
- (9.45 km) Milo's Inn at Boulder
- Restaurants near Hoover Dam Bypass:
- (0.36 km) Hoover Dam Cafe
- (10.00 km) Fox Smokehouse BBQ
- (9.42 km) Coffee Cup Cafe
- (11.52 km) Chilly Jilly'z
- (9.77 km) Southwest Diner
- Attractions near Hoover Dam Bypass:
- (0.46 km) Bighorn Hummer Tours
- (0.51 km) Hoover Dam
- (0.53 km) Winged Figures of the Republic Statues
- (0.47 km) Hoover Dam Tours
- (1.42 km) Gold Strike Canyon Hot Springs