Hoover Dam, Nevada: Photos, Reviews & Location

Depression-era engineering marvel offering tours & scenic views of the Colorado River & Lake Mead.

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Rating breakdown

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Nevada 89005

usbr.gov

(702) 494-2517

Quick facts

What is the rating of Hoover Dam?: Hoover Dam is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 48,613 reviews.
Where is Hoover Dam located?: Nevada 89005
How can I contact Hoover Dam?: Phone: (702) 494-2517 · Website: usbr.gov

Hoover Dam, an impressive construction, located not so far from Las Vegas, I definitely recommend visiting. The funny fact is that Hoover Dam is located at the border of the Arizona and Nevada States, so you can literally step from one time zone to another.

Joel Briere 2023 Oct 17

Amazing feat of engineering. We did not take the full guided tour however we did do a great deal of studying prior to our visit to the dam en route to the Grand Canyon. View from the lookout bridge is a must do at no cost. Humbling to see the size of the project.

Anupam Gupta 2023 Oct 11

Engineering marvel. It's just huge. Notice the vehicles atop the dam to feel the magnitude of this dam. They say it's twice the size of a football field and has eaten up in its construction enough concrete to cover our planet earth!

Michelle 2023 Sep 30

Loved our visit. Make sure to take the dam tour! We took some time outside and enjoyed the different views of this historic engineering wonder.

Pramod Gopal 2023 Sep 27

Amazing engineering. Nice view from top of the dam and over the bridge (Nevada to Arizona). Roads were amazing. Feel like we’re just floating. Well maintained. Took four years to finish the construction of the dam. Would recommend this place.

Jacque Webb 2023 Sep 09

Breathtaking is the only way to describe this. My son made sure to include this in my birthday trip. We walked all along the dam, reading the signs. We went on the tour underneath the dam as well. They have a large collection of historic photos, news clippings, and items from way back. The tour guides are exceptional in their knowledge. They love to share their knowledge and welcomed questions. This will take most of your day so be sure and allow plenty of time. It is truly incredible.

Praneet Raj 2023 Jul 28

I always wanted to visit the Hoover Dam. Loved the visit. It was a super hot day which is expected. We parked in the parking lot on the other side of the dam and walked across the dam. It was a great experience. Please enjoy the pictures.

Definitely recommend folks to visit this dam.

Erastos Evdoxiadis 2023 Jun 15

This was my first time going there and it was very exciting. The area is well taken care of and can accommodate large number of visitors very efficiently. There is free parking up the hill on the Arizona side but a bit longer walk. Otherwise you will have to pay $10 to park. We did not do any of the tours just walked around and enjoyed all the free views. Visiting the bridge first I think is better. After the dam we were tired. Bring lots of water with you. Two adults and two children under twelve, decimated 6 bottles of water and we ended up getting dehydrated after 45 minutes. The views are spectacular and the walk a very mice one. My favorite site out west by far so far. It is worth the time. Visit the lake view last.