Echo
Bay is located on Overton Basin of Lake Mead NRA. It can
be accessed from the North Shore Road. Because 
it is further from Las Vegas, it tends to be slightly less
crowded on weekends. It is just over an hours drive from
Las Vegas.
The best way to get there from Las Vegas is to take
Interstate 15 north to Lake Mead Blvd. At Lake Mead Blvd,
take the eastbound cutoff. This will take you through
North Las Vegas and over the summit between Frenchman's
and Sunrise Mountains. The view of Las Vegas is probably
one of the best from this vantage point.
As you cross over the summit and leave the Las Vegas
valley behind, you will soon be able to see Lake Mead in
the distance. About 12 miles past the summit, you will
reach Nevada 167, turn north (left) towards Callville Bay,
Echo Bay and Overton. Echo Bay is about 30 miles away.
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This road is very scenic and affords many photo
opportunities. The speed limit is 55 except in some of the
curvy places. The ride is very safe as there have been
very few accidents along this stretch of road in many
years.
There is a restaurant, motel and other facilities
available here. The waters of Lake Mead tend to be calmer
at Echo Bay. Unless it is a windy day. |
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are excellent RV facilities here. Boat rentals and cruises
are also available. Because of its proximity to the Valley
of Fire, Overton, its location along the North Shore Road,
and the facilities, this is a pretty good spot to stay for
a few days.
During January, 'snowbirds' find their way down to many of
the marinas and camping spots on Lake. There are even a
few permanent residents who find this to be a good spot to
live.
Note that these are pre-drought photos.
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