Lake Mead, NV

Lake Mead, NV

Railroad History

Historical Railroad Tunnel Trail, Boulder City

Discover the historic railroad bed previously used to haul materials for the construction of Hoover Dam. The Historic Railroad Trail within Lake Mead National Recreation Area has stunning views of Lake Mead and Boulder Basin and five tunnels – each…

Patricia
April 12, 2025

Lake Mead, NV

Railroad Tunnel Trail

The historic Railroad Tunnel Trail is part of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. It was a 30 mile network of railroads constructed in 1931 to haul materials to Boulder Dam. The views are majestic and the path is people…

Patricia
April 11, 2025