This Depression-era engineering marvel spans the Colorado River on the Nevada-Arizona border, holding back Lake Mead behind a 726-foot concrete wall about 40 minutes from the Strip.
Know before you go
- The dam tour goes inside the structure and down into the power plant, book ahead in peak season
- Walking across the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman bridge gives the classic postcard view of the dam face
- Pair it with a stop at Lake Mead for a swim or boat rental on the way back
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hoover Dam?
Hoover Dam is in Las Vegas, United States.
What is Hoover Dam known for?
This Depression-era engineering marvel spans the Colorado River on the Nevada-Arizona border, holding back Lake Mead behind a 726-foot concrete wall about 40 minutes from the Strip.
