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.
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.
For information on boating and fishing regulations on the Colorado River, see the Nevada Department of Wildlife website.
Download map files for your own use.
Main park access is on the Needles Highway, about 6 miles south of Laughlin
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