Just a half hour southeast of The Strip and a few minutes from the Arizona border, the Travel Nevada Adventure Center in Boulder City puts southern Nevada’s water, desert, and sky-high adventures within easy reach. Start here for Hoover Dam tours, Lake Mead cruises, Colorado River paddling, helicopter rides, off-road tours, bike rentals, and more.
Travel Nevada Adventure Centers offer expert guides, the best in rental equipment information, and everything else you need to make your Nevada recreation adventure the trip of a lifetime.
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Canyon Riders provides guided e-bike adventure tours that include the Railroad Tunnel Trail and Hoover Dam, River Mountain Loop, Lake Las Vegas, Wetlands Park, and more. Fat tire e-bikes, Sena Smart Helmets featuring mesh intercom, GoPro cameras, and more make this an adventure of a lifetime!
Desert Adventures specializes in kayaking tours, canoe camping, and stand-up paddleboarding, as well as mountain biking and hiking tours. We operate in the Lake Mead area, Black Canyon, Valley of Fire, and southern Utah.
Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures offers unforgettable, smooth-water rafting experiences through the spectacular Black Canyon of the Colorado River. Launching from the base of the iconic Hoover Dam, these tours give guests a perspective of this world-famous landmark that simply cannot be experienced from above.
HPP Armory offers rental locker space for assets for one day or up to one year as well as private and group training classes on everything from basic safety to advanced training.
Every tour with Lake Mead Cruises offers passengers spectacular views of Lake Mead and the breathtaking scenery surrounding it. Photographers will love the colorful landscapes, ever-changing skies, and unrivaled panoramic views. The breathtaking landmarks include Fortification Hill (an extinct volcano), the Arizona Paint Pots and their wonderland of color, and the magnificent Hoover Dam.
We rent e-bikes along the River Mountains Loop Trail! Experience the beautiful views this 34.6 mile loop offers as well as popular attractions right off the trail, like the Historic Railroad Tunnel Trail to the Hoover Dam, the bighorn sheep at Hemenway Park, and so much more!
Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters is the world’s largest and longest-running Grand Canyon helicopter tour company, celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025. Today, it operates nearly 50 helicopters and offers aerial tours from Las Vegas, Boulder City, and the Grand Canyon, including flights over and landings within the canyon.
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In Boulder City, the Adventure Center draws inspiration from the region’s connection to Lake Mead. The layout reflects the movement of water, setting the tone for aquatic adventures, desert excursions, and year-round family-friendly outdoor fun.
What transportation options are available?
Free self-parking is available directly on-site at the Travel Nevada Adventure Center—Boulder City. For visitors preferring alternative transportation, rideshare services like Uber and Lyft operate frequently throughout the area, alongside traditional local cab options.
How far is Boulder City from Las Vegas?
Depending on the route you take, Boulder City is 25-28 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. With traffic, expect the drive to take 30-40 minutes.
How far is Boulder City from Henderson?
Boulder City is roughly 20 minutes from Henderson, depending on the route you take and how much traffic you encounter.
Shuttle Transportation
Scheduling and booking via the Boulder City Express are under preliminary development. Coordinate directly on transportation options with your tour operators if you have any questions.
Our daily schedule is preliminary and subject to change.
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