# Lake Mead Historic Railroad Trail Winter Family Bike & Stroll

> Place to go for families in the Las Vegas–Henderson–North Las Vegas area (NV). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Trail open daily dawn to dusk; trailhead parking open 24 hours; Alan Bible Visitor…
- Where: Historic Railroad Trailhead, 100 Historic Railroad Trail, Boulder City, NV 89005
- Ages: All ages (Free trail access; Lake Mead park fees apply at vehicle gates)
- Price: Free trail access from the trailhead outside the fee plaza; park entrance pass ($25/vehicle) only required if continuing past fee booths
- Schedule: Trail open daily dawn to dusk; trailhead parking open 24 hours; Alan Bible Visitor Center open daily 9:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Organizer: National Park Service
- Official page: https://www.nps.gov/lake/planyourvisit/railroad.htm
- Last checked: Thu, Nov 5

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## About

Designated as a National Recreation Trail within Lake Mead National Recreation Area just outside Boulder City, the Historic Railroad Trail is a flat, scenic pathway built along the original 1931 construction rail bed used to haul gravel and equipment during the building of Hoover Dam. Because the trail runs 3.7 miles each way through dramatic volcanic desert ridge lines without any natural shade, winter's brisk 55-degree sunshine makes it the ideal time of year for family outings. The highlight of the journey is walking through five enormous, historic railroad tunnels—each 25 feet in diameter and 300 feet long—bored straight through solid rock. Along the way, hikers, young cyclists, and families pushing strollers enjoy sweeping, panoramic views across the azure blue waters of Lake Mead, Boulder Basin, and surrounding desert mountain ranges.

Family Experience & Accessibility:
• Stroller Accessibility: Exceptionally wide, flat, hard-packed decomposed granite trail with gentle grading that easily accommodates jogging strollers, balance bikes, and wagons.
• Nursing & Rest Spots: Shaded resting ramadas with interpretive panels and bench seating are spaced along the trail; modern restrooms are located at the Alan Bible Visitor Center trailhead.
• Age Suitability: Great for toddlers, school-age kids, and teens; families can customize their distance by turning around after Tunnel 1, 2, or completing the full trek.
• Sensory Tips: Walking into the cool, echoey rock tunnels offers a dramatic acoustic contrast to the open sunny lake vistas; children love testing gentle echoes in the tunnels.

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