FamxplorThe Hoover Dam
What to expect
The Hoover Dam is an iconic American landmark located on the Arizona-Nevada border, about 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas. It is the most-visited dam in the world, attracting around 7 million tourists annually. The dam stores water that irrigates over 2 million acres of land, generates hydroelectric power for 1.3 million people, and provides municipal water for urban centers like Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Tucson. Visitors can take guided tours of the dam and power plant, which offer stunning views of the Colorado River's Black Canyon. The dam has a rich history, and its construction is a testament to American engineering and ingenuity. With its 110-mile-long Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam has transformed a once bone-dry slice of desert into a popular vacation spot
Plan your family visit to the The Hoover Dam with these blog insights 👇
Las Vegas with Kids
Las Vegas Weekend: 27 Things To Do, See & Eat With Teens
Activities: We visited the dam and enjoyed the views of the dam, powerplants, and the Hoover Dam memorial bridge downstream. We also watched a movie about the building of the dam
Highlights: The visitors’ center has ideal views of the dam, powerplants, and the Hoover Dam memorial bridge downstream. You can walk or drive across the top of the dam to take in the views and photograph Lake Mead, the Dam, the Colorado river below the dam, and the bridge ✨
How Far Is The Grand Canyon From Las Vegas?
Activities: We stopped at the Hoover Dam. We walked around and took some pictures. We visited the visitor center and learned about the history of the dam
Highlights: The kids loved seeing the dam and learning about how it was built. The views from the dam were also incredible ✨