Lakes and rivers near Las Vegas

4 lakes and rivers within about 180 miles of Las Vegas, closest first, with boat rentals, camping and fishing for each.

Desert national recreation area behind Hoover Dam.

Narrow Colorado River lake with clear coves and the Emerald Cave run.

Warm water, the London Bridge and boat-in camps on the Colorado.

Mountain lake at 6,750 ft with pontoon rentals and pine-shaded camping.

Distances are straight-line miles from the city center. Drive times are longer in the mountains.