Springs
Within Lake Mead National Recreation Area, these 77°F springs emerge just 5 degrees above ambient air temperature in the Mojave Desert environment near Fishermans Cove Road. Located 288 meters from the road, the springs require a short walk across National Park Service lands with permanent protection status allowing recreational use at this low-elevation Clark County site.
The springs sit in the low desert terrain surrounding Lake Mead's northern reaches near the Overton Arm, where elevations remain below the cooler uplands. Annual precipitation totals only 5.5 inches with negligible snowfall of 0.6 inches, creating extreme desert conditions dominated by creosote bush and sparse vegetation. The surrounding landscape transitions between rocky bajadas and the reservoir's fluctuating shoreline in this driest corner of southern Nevada.
No documentation exists for these unnamed springs within the broader Lake Mead NRA complex, established in 1936 following Hoover Dam's completion. The area saw Southern Paiute occupation prior to Euro-American settlement, though specific tribal connections to this minor thermal feature remain undocumented. The springs' generic designation suggests limited historical or cultural significance within the recreation area's 1.5 million acres.
Visit October through April when temperatures moderate; summer highs routinely exceed 105°F. Echo Bay Campground lies 22 km away with reservable sites and year-round access. Carry all water despite the spring's presence; desert hiking requires one gallon per person per day. NPS entry fees apply. The short walk from Fishermans Cove Road crosses exposed terrain requiring sun protection and early morning timing in warm months.
Is Springs worth visiting?
Best for
- Overnight camping trips
Overview Echo Bay Campground is located in the northern end of the park along the Overton Arm of Lake Mead. It’s open year-round and features paved sites that can accommodate tents or RVs, along with tables, fire pits and/or grills. Restrooms and water spigots are located throughout the campsite. Temperatures usually surpass 100F (37C) degrees June-August. In May and September, daytime highs are around 90F (32C). October-April, temperatures are much cooler. Lows can dip to freezing temps Dece...