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Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area

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With over 2 miles of Colorado River shoreline and beach, Big Bend SRA is a great place to enjoy the outdoors and cool off.
Trail Uses
Walking Hiking Bicycling E-biking
Location
Clark County
Length
6.00 miles (Network)
Town
Laughlin
Surface
Sand
Pets
Permitted on Leash
Fees
Yes
Other Activities
Paddling

Description

On the shores of the Colorado River, this popular year-round State Recreation Area is only a few minutes’ drive south of the casinos in Laughlin.  The park has 24 campsites which are available on a first-come-first-serve RV campsites, with no reservations.  Three sites are ADA accessible with proper ADA permit.

There is a day-use area along the beach with shaded picnic ramadas. Near the sheltered lagoon, a two-lane boat ramp and trailer parking is available.

The trails are a combination of park roads for easy strolling and bicycling, with 4 miles of sandy trails through the undeveloped area.

Other Information

Nevada State Parks has switched to a reservation system. Check the requirements for camping here!

Nevada Division of State Parks, Big Bend State Recreation Area website:

For fun things to do in Laughlin, see the VisitLaughlin.com website.

See the TravelNevada website for articles and things to do in Reno and Sparks. Big Bend

For information on boating and fishing regulations, see the Nevada Division of Wildlife website.

Trail Manager

For information on boating and fishing regulations on the Colorado River, see the Nevada Department of Wildlife website.

Nevada Division of State Lands
901 S. Stewart Street, Ste. 5003
Carson City, NV 89701
Phone: (775) 684-2720
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Nevada State Parks - Big Bend of the Colorado
4220 So. Needles Hwy. #3

Laughlin, NV 89029
bbsra@parks.nv.gov
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Trail Tips

Dispose of Waste Properly
Dispose of solid human waste in a cathole 6-8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from water, camp, or trails. Don't forget to cover it up when you're done!

Trailhead Information

Main park access is on the Needles Highway, about 6 miles south of Laughlin

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