Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) - The Lake Mead National Recreation Area is advising visitors to expect reduced lanes and temporary closures at Hemenway Harbor and Temple Bar boat launch ramps beginning as early as next week.
The temporary closures and reduced lanes could be several weeks in duration as the National Park Service (NPS) installs and repositions pipe mats to extend boat ramps due to lower water levels.
Launch ramps on Lake Mohave are not expected to be affected through 2021. Boaters can continue to access Lake Mead via Callville Bay and Echo Bay. Lake Mohave launch ramp access is available at Cottonwood Cove, Katherine Landing, and Willow Beach.
Beginning May 20, Hemenway Harbor will have one launch lane available on pipe mat. The NPS recommends that boats over 25 feet consider launching at other locations. Boulder Harbor can be temporarily used for lake access while Hemenway Harbor’s launch ramp is unavailable. A temporary closure is anticipated at Hemenway Harbor on May 22 for 2-3 weeks while the NPS installs additional pipe mat to restore lake access.
Beginning the week of May 23, Temple Bar will have one launch lane on pipe mat available. The NPS expects the one launch lane will remain open through Memorial Day weekend and recommends boats over 25 feet consider launching at other locations.
Boaters are urged check the park’s website for the status of their intended launch destinations before heading to the lake.