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How Far is the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas


The Hoover Dam is one of the largest engineered marvels in the United States. It is a popular travel destination icon, attracting approximately 7 million tourists every single year. The Hoover Dam is an ideal rest stop for those traveling to or from Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon.

So, how far is the Hoover Dam from the Las Vegas Strip? The Hoover Dam is approximately a 40 to 45 minute drive away from the fabulous Vegas Strip, located just outside Boulder City, Nevada.

There are plenty of outdoor activities for you to experience if you choose to drive to the Hoover Dam. Not to mention, the sights at the Hoover Dam are absolutely breathtaking.

You can explore the Hoover Dam in multiple ways. A popular way of seeing the Hoover Dam is by driving onto the dam itself. If you choose to discover the Hoover Dam by foot, be sure to take a picture of you standing in two states at once!

You can also get a great view from the Mike O'Callaghan Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge. This bridge is a 3.5 mile corridor which includes 1.2 miles of approach roadway in Arizona, and 2.1 miles of roadway in Nevada.

Enjoy great views from the Mike O’Callaghan Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge

Looking to take a dam tour? You can choose from the three Hoover Dam tours available.

  1. A Guided Dam Tour
  2. Guided Powerplant tour
  3. Self-Guided Visitor Center tour

Experience the Hoover with a guided dam tour

Each will provide moments to discover the dam in more depth through its knowledgeable tour guides, observation decks, and visitor center exhibits.

Interested in more information on this spectacular reservoir? Be sure to watch our YouTube video "Exploring the Hoover Dam," where we talk about the building and history of the dam, things to do, and more.

See the Hoover Dam from the sky with a helicopter air tour

Want to visit the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas? Any of our departing flights from Las Vegas provide you views of the Hoover Dam as you head into the massive wonder of the Grand Canyon. Maverick Helicopters offers various Grand Canyon helicopter tours departing daily. You will not only soar over the Hoover Dam, and discover other iconic landmarks such as Fortification Hill, Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead, Bowl of Fire and more.

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