Near Historic Railroad Trail
Lake Mead
Near Historic Railroad Trail
Lake Mead, Historic Railroad Trail
Near Historic Railroad Trail
The Historic Railroad Trail is open to bicycles and adaptive hiking devices including wheelchairs and handcycles.
Near Historic Railroad Trail
Lake Mead Overlook.
Near Historic Railroad Trail
Stabilized natural surface for 2.2 miles through the five tunnels on the Historic Railroad Trail at Lake Mead.

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Historic Railroad Trail

3.9 (9 Ratings)
This hike has beautiful views of Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and the bridge.
3.7
mi
Distance
599
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
No bicycles or dogs (other than service dogs) are allowed at Hoover Dam or on the bridge.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.69mi
Distance
599ft
Elevation Gain
639ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,719ft
High Point
1,452ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail passes through five tunnels next to Lake Mead built for the rail line used during the construction of the Hoover Dam (the rails have been removed). The trail continues downward and ends on the top floor of the parking garage at the Hoover Dam. Another trail junctions with this trail to take visitors to the walkway that crosses the Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge. The total out-and-back distances are 4 miles if stopping at the fifth tunnel or 7 miles if going to the Dam. Add another 2 miles if you are going up to the bridge.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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