Hoover Dam is a 1930s engineering marvel on the Colorado River, standing 221 meters tall and holding back Lake Mead, America's largest reservoir. Built during the Great Depression between 1931-1936 by over 21,000 workers, it remains a symbol of American achievement and is a National Historic Landmark. The Visitor Center offers tours of the power plant and dam top, providing stunning views of the Colorado River and Black Canyon.
Visitor Center only $15. Power Plant Tour $25 adults/$15 kids 4-16. Dam Tour $40 (in-person only, sells out). Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Early morning to avoid crowds and heat. Spring and fall for best weather. Arrive early for Dam Tour tickets.
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Yes! You can walk on top of the dam for free. The dam is open to pedestrians from 5am to 9pm daily. For interior tours of the power plant or inside the dam, you need to purchase tickets
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