History

The Hoover Dam is a National Historic Landmark in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River. It was constructed between 1931 and 1936 and cost $49 Million. Thousands of workers helped construct the dam and over 100 lost their lives.

 

Basic Information

Fees: Free to enter, $10 to park in the garage, $30 Hoover Dam tour, $15 Power plant Tour, $10 Visitor Center

Official Website

Camping

Various Campsites (click for site)

Make reservations online or call in advance

 

My Experience

We arrived at the Hoover dam after staying over night in the Hacienda Hotel and Casino  (Reasonably Priced and nice rooms. We were in desperate need to shower at this point). The dam itself was an amazing feat of engineering. The water level was extremely low when we visited, which detracted from the full experience. We stayed until close and got to watch the sun begin to set.