Everything in this special setting was clean, well maintained and accessible. Convenience store, grill (with a veggie burger option), great staff, parking, signage. Next time we are bringing our kayak! We came to volunteer, and stayed to enjoy this special setting. read more

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I enjoy coming here to get some time at the water! Heads up: If you do any paddle boarding or boating, etc. you must have a life jacket so please remember that. They also do rentals here for boats/kayaks, etc. that come with life jackets. If you bring your own boat, you cannot rent a life jacket by itself. Recommendations: kayak over to the hot springs for a truly beautiful day! Very peaceful spot to rejuvenate and enjoy nature. read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

Morning 3 hours of kayak tour w/my husband was an great outdoor activity to do at the Willow Beach. It's located in the borderlands of Arizona and Nevada. Great for a little getaway to go for fishing, kayak or on the boat if you wish to. Our tour started around 9 so it was less crowded. Start from 11 it was getting busiest w/more people doing kayak and boat on the water. Nice clean water from Colorado River and seeing nice scenery was breathe taking. Seeing ducks, vultures and other sorts of birds were also nice. People must be feeding the ducks because those mallard ducks came so close to us and weren't afraid of people. Keep coming near our double kayak to see if we had food lol :D Great to come as couple or big family trip to do outdoor activities! read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Nice view of the Willow Beach - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

This is an awesome spot just about 1.5 hours outside of Vegas if you're looking to hit the water! I usually launch my paddle boards here and head toward the Hoover Dam. You do have to pay a fee to get in, but if you plan on coming more than once it's more cost efficient to buy a yearly pass! Along the way, you'll pass the historic ruins of a house, complete with a plaque detailing its history. You can still see the pulleys, wooden walkways along the rocks, and a watchtower. Fun fact: this was the original site planned for the Hoover Dam, but it was moved upstream due to a visible fault line! Emerald Cave is about an hour paddle upstream, and the water inside is absolutely beautiful (check out the video I attached for @trashclvss). Across the river, there's also Echo Cave, which is worth exploring. There are plenty of spots to pull off and hang out, plus lots of rocks to jump from! Keep in mind, the water is always cold, but after a few jumps in and out, your body adjusts. Be sure to look at the mountains, there are frequently mountain goats there!! It's always such a fun adventure exploring the Colorado River! read more

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Our first visit here to kayak for an afternoon definitely won't be our last! We had such a great day here. We rented kayaks for the afternoon and went down to emerald cave. We had never kayaked before, but were able to learn it easily and make it to from the marina to the cave and back in less than 3 hours. The kayak to the cave was harder and took longer than the way back fyi. The cave is small but beautiful. Along the way we saw so much wildlife, including gray fox and bighorn sheep. We also saw many birds in the greenery next to the river including some warblers, canyon wren, ravens and ducks. There are lovely beaches with some walks along the way, but we didn't have time to stop. I recommend renting kayaks all day if you want to take your time and do more exploring. read more

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Family of 5 staying in Las Vegas - decided to take a day trip to Hoover Dam followed by a small boat rental from Willow Beach. We reserved the Mako 17' fishing boat for the day. What a fun day!!! I purchased fishing licenses online... we cruised the beautiful river, kids fished, we beached the boat and ate our lunch. The kids braved the cold water temps. It was a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this company. They made the process easy... very helpful and friendly staff. If ever in the nearby area again I would do this over again. read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

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Willow beach is a great summer getaway for the day! We've already been twice this summer and enjoy the whole day out there. About an hour drive from Vegas. We usually try to get there by 8ish to land a good spot next to the water. Set up some tents, chairs and a grill- perfect water day! It's very clean, has ample parking nearby and a restroom. Make sure you bring all supplies needed to chill for the day as there isnt really anything accommodating near by. I think there is a small general store but I haven't been in there. Great spot for the family and friends! read more

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Amazing moment after a long day; nice portions of food a nice and friendly waiter. We had an amazing time enjoying the sunset. read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Sunset!! - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

I went to rent a kayak for someone in our party that didn't have one, we realized we forgot our life jackets so we asked if we could rent 2 more, she said we had to buy them, I felt the lady was being somewhat rude when she answered my questions and then it turned out I couldn't pay with tap she aggressively thrusted the paper at me and told me to step aside which okay fine, delivery was a little rude but I would have gotten over it. I step to the other counter to meet my brother who has the life jackets ready to purchase, I was explaining to him we can't use tap when I look over and see a tap machine. I change my sentence thinking out-loud "oh confusing though cuz they have tap there" because I was literally in the middle of explaining to him we couldn't buy the life jackets cuz they didn't have tap so that was me processing that new information real time. Now a different older lady yells at me very aggressively "there's 4 different systems" Everyone is looking now. I calmly state "I don't think that was necessary" She says again VERY aggressively "it is when you're trying to figure us out!" Everyone is looking. The 3rd lady at the counter is mouthing apologies to me, and I felt ready to cry. I wasn't even talking to her. The thing I was trying to figure out? How to spend my money in her store. She made it easy on me though I opted to go elsewhere. Let me reiterate the way she spoke to me was reminiscent of the men I would date in my early 20s, just emotionally unhinged. It felt like a humiliation ritual. Now here's the thing my brother and I were talking about her on our way out and we gathered a crowd of 4 strangers who also wanted to talk about how horrible the lady was when they overheard! This ultimately is what lead me to make this review. Anyway rent from the cool kayak rental guys next door instead who were super nice in answering all the questions I asked them about their rentals. read more

Had so much fun here celebrating my anniversary! Paddle boarding was perfect can't wait to be back soon! 10/10 recommend to anyone that loves the water and views! read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Beautiful clear water - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

I skipped all 2024 here and came back 6/2025... Now I remember the issues here. Water is really cold even on a hot day. Red ants. The last straw that made us finally leave was a damn snake about 3-4 feet's long‍ I just happen to see and it went it a bush that was on the way up from the little hill to walk about to get out from the water area. Theres absolutely no reception here even with a portable WiFi box. I don't think we will be back here again. Water is beautiful and clear.. but again it's so darn cold, make it's uncomfortable and the darn red ants‍also you have to pay a fee at entrance. read more

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There is a lot to like here. The harbor is really nice. Easy to find a place to hang out and the trip upstream to go see the emerald caves has some amazing views. The store in the harbor is reasonabley priced. Only real knock here is the restaurant grill is pretty rough and it gets a bit crowded with kids running around acting a fool. read more

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Best location to go Kayaking, especially if you live in Las Vegas because it's only a little over an hour away. My other choices were, Lake Las Vegas and Lake Mead, which I tried First within the past 2 weeks. Kayaking here is a whole different experience... literally night and day! Willow Beach is way more scenic and you get moments of shade while you ride through too. Renting a watercraft from here is better as well. The customer service with rental office is great and the shop had everything we needed to for the long kayak ride. I should also mention that we had a little beach-like area we stopped at and picnicked after we passed the Emerald cave area, so the snacks we bought from the shop came in handy for that. Just a little feedback for the shop though... they need to provide Plastic bags not paper bags, lol. read more

K - ick Ass A - dventurous Y - ahoo A - ctive K - eeled Willow Beach is a great place to launch your kayaks as it sits right on the mighty Colorado River. Depending on the time of year, the weather can be very hot or just perfect. On this trip we had an 83 degree day and light wind. Willow Beach Harbor (should be marina not harbor) is located just across Hoover Dam in the state of Arizona. It is within the Black Canyon region and has over 235 miles of shoreline to explore. Lots of parking, a convenience store, picnic areas, boat launch area and a campground. I have kayaked here twice now. The first time, my friend and I rented a double kayak from the marina. I believe we paid $130 for the day. They also have single kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and small boats to rent. This time I went with my bestie who owns two single kayaks. The key is to arrive early morning. The reason is unfortunately, there are way too many tour groups accessing the water now and it can become crowded which stinks if you are seeking some serenity on the river. The first time I went there was not a lot of people but this last time it was a bit extreme. Lots to see once you are out on the water like old equipment from mining days, wildlife such as bighorn sheep and the beautiful Emerald Cove. We were lucky enough to see an incredible bald eagle which is rare. You can kayak all the way up to Hoover Dam but it is 12 miles so get ready to work. You can also kayak to the Arizona Hot Springs Beach which is a little over six miles up river. You will find many beaches along the way where you can pull in, have lunch and take in all the epic views. It's very peaceful out there and the water is pristine. So clear but definitely cold. Near the shore the water is warmer but the deeper you go it will wake you up quickly. Be sure to wear water shoes, bring sunscreen, quick dry shorts, a long sleeve rash guard, bathing suit, and a big hat. Plenty of water is a must plus food. Oh and most importantly a life jacket! I highly recommend getting out here and experiencing the Colorado River at its finest. This can be family affair, a couples or friends day or a solo adventure. It's up to you but there is nothing like it. Always remember to Leave No Trace! read more

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STUNNING! My family and I booked a reservation to camp and canoe. When we arrived we checked in for our campsite and the staff was very helpful and friendly. They directed us on where to go and we set up camp for the day. There are places to park and you can get out and explore the water. You can see the marina where they have the boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. The next day we went back to check in for the canoe rental. The same staff members were there and they helped us get checked in and gave us all the needed information for checking in and being on the water. They also provided us with a map and told us of the popular places to stop. We went down the ramp and they helped us get in the canoe and provided us with the life jackets as well. It was absolutely beautiful being on the water. There was a spot where we stopped while canoeing where we were able to get in the water and swim. It was definitely more difficult paddling back than heading out. It was not too busy in the morning but as it got closer to the afternoon we saw a lot more people on the water and the tours. We will be back for sure! read more

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We made an unplanned stop here for lunch that we had packed and this place is gorgeous. The water was crystal clear and it was the perfect place to picnic. There is a store here with lots of souvenirs, but they also had beers for $1.50. I could not believe it since they are a federal store, alcohol is cheap without the taxes. Too bad we don't drink beer! The folks working in the shop had lots of information to share. This looks to be a great place to fish and there were kayaks for rent. It is worth the stop if you are visiting the Hoover Dam. read more

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Had an amazing summer at Willlow Beach must bring your water shoes the water is rocky you will hurt you feet without your aqua shoes.. read more

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Gorgeous kayaking spot with magical water that "glows" emerald green at high noon. However, not for the faint of heart on windy days as the trek back up the river will definitely test your upper body strength!!! There's an entry fee if you don't already have a national parks pass--get the annual pass if you hit up at least a couple of national parks throughout each year. I'm not sure what the fee is off the top of my head since I have a pass. Bring sunscreen--I regularly wear tanning oil and still come out with lobster legs. Also, I just found out inflatable PFDs are a thing, which is great if you're petite like me and want to take photos without a giant life vest overwhelming your frame! (Check with your tour operator if they permit you bringing your own PFD though.) Ope, and get here early if possible! This spot--like many spots in the area--become heavily trafficked, tourist traps later in the day. read more

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Great RV park close to Las Vegas Well laid out RV area with full RV hookups or tent camping sites read more

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Rented a 17 Mako from Staci last minute no reservation and she accommodated us. Top notch service! Make sure you ask for staci with an i!

Staci was so sweet and helpful! She made our boat rental smooth, fun, and stress-free. Highly recommend!

Staci with an I is absolutely amazing. Before we even rented the boat she was making it an enjoyable experience for us. She told us where the best spots to go fishing and swimming were and she did not lie. Thanks Staci we'll be back next week! read more

I went to Willow beach today and I rented Kayaks, Stacy was extremely helpful and patient with getting us set up with our rentals. We had a great time but upon making it back Zi very rudely asked me about scars from a disease I have been fighting 16 years. Not only did she make an ugly face but she also pointed and asked what's wrong in front of the store. I have never been so embarrassed by an employee while trying to have a good day. read more

Willow Beach is a gem, specifically a shiny emerald. With the famous Colorado River sculpting the dramatic canyons, Willow Beach is a picturesque dream. Only an hour drive away from Las Vegas, you get to find yourself paddling a portion of the Colorado River in pure bliss. Surrounded by steep canyon walls, Willow Beach offers multiple hidden coves with breathtaking views, animal sightings, and waterfalls. The most famous cove is probably Emerald Cove. On the outside, it doesn't look like much. But once you paddle inside and you're looking out, the way the sun's rays hit the shimmering waters, it's like you're whisked away to paradise, enveloped by emerald waters. Willow Beach is apart of the Lake Mead recreation center. Entry for a car is $25 and it's good for one week. We have our own kayak, so we went to Lake Mead one day and Willow Beach another day. Lake Mead and Willow Beach are completely different experiences. Willow Beach means paddling down much calmer waters. This portion of the Colorado River is very chill. If you go on a Sunday or Monday, motor boats are not allowed to go north of Willow Beach. This makes for an even more relaxing excursion. Many people take guided raft or kayak tours. But it's really not hard to navigate on your own. The waters are pretty safe, and it's nice to not have to follow a line of people into the coves. Believe it or not, there can be traffic. There are only 2 directions to go - north or south. To kayak to Emerald Cove took a casual 1-2 hours with lots of breaks and random stops at various shorelines. The beach has many accessible points to launch your own kayak. I plan to come back many times over. read more

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The girl who was working the front desk for the rentals was really nice, she explained to us everything about the rentals, when they had to be returned and was extremely helpful and understanding for any questions we had. She was a really good multitasker. I do plan on renting a boat one day, I don't know when but I'll find a time to come back and do a rating on everything else. read more

Great place to , jet ski and kayak. I had a blast doing both. The other people visiting were friendly and nice to be around.

I LOVE coming here. I have rented boats from this place a few times along with friend's who have too!! BUT NOT THIS YEAR!! They have been booked up like crazy!! Darn COVID!! I did have one day this year I was able to book but winds that day were going to be too high & not safe to take a boat out per my boat friend's. The wind MPH didn't seem to be an issue for WBH. Odd cause a friend had rented a boat from another local marina who canceled her boat reservations due to the wind MPH which was less then it was going to be this day so that's concerning that WBH will allow someone to take a boat out when it's probably not very safe. But when I have gone out on the rented boat in the past staff has always been friendly & easy to get along with. Boats have been up to par & we get the one with the portable toilet but only when the boat is parked & not moving. So now I have a friend who owns a boat & docks it here. Messed up thing is she told me that if she wants to take it out of the water to bring it to somewhere else, say Laughlin she has to give them a 30 day notice. WTH is this like an HOA you have to have permission to do what you want with your boat??? That's craziness!!! The bathrooms across from the store have always been clean & stocked up. Their store has a lot of stuff. If you don't have time to pick up ice or some alcohol you can get it here. Of course prices are higher, talk about robbery. I got a 1 pd bag of ice (think it as 1 pd, it was small) for $5.00. They had a lot of beer & seltzer drinks here. Even my favorite brand, Vizzy & that is hard to find one to find in stores. There toilets that are next door to their store that are probably open all hours are nasty AF. So stinky & hot inside. Not very well ventilated & they're not kept clean. Its like hold your breath & get in and out in a hurry!!!! They have a few picnic tables with covering but it seems you have to get there really early to get yourself a spot as they have always been taken by the time I've gotten there early AM, around 9am. They rent kayaks but they're expensive. It's better to contact a local company who will meet you down there with them & rent them that way. Not sure why WBH has to be sooooo darn expensive with therm???? Emerald Cove is soo worth checking out. It's apx. 2.5 miles from the area where other companies put rented kayaks in the water. You need a park pass to get in or you have to pay. I think its $20 per car? It's defiantly worth checking out & not too far from Vegas, Henderson side that is. read more

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This place is super fun for water crafts. It is not a beach so don't be fooled by the name. There are a few VERY small beach like areas where you can sit in the water or put a chair or towel but it's also hotter then hades and you won't want to lay out on the sand or anything. We went and fished in the water and caught some rainbow trout and they have a good fish cleaning area. We took out canoes and kayaks which was so much fun. It's a little expensive but you can also bring your own. Make sure you have an adult with a valid ID and drivers license if you are renting from them for each vehicle you are renting. Apparently it is just like renting a car. It doesn't say that when you call and talk to them, on their voicemail, or on their website. But they will get very angry and very rude if you show up unprepared for your prepaid rentals. We had an ugly experience with their staff about that. The water is beautiful and clear and cold. I would go back. Also emerald bay isn't that great. It's more about the journey than the destination. The caves Just ok. read more

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Our 2nd time here and we love it! The water is crystal clear. We wear water shoes so the rocks won't hurt our feet. We Pack lunches for us to enjoy and just take in all the beauty. They also have a small gas pup so you can fill up. Not sure how much it cost. I wish they had an electric charging port. But we will definitely be back read more

It was fun and kid friendly and handicap accessible. Was nice place to walk and eat and take in the natural calm environment.

The harbor is easy to get to however the road leading up to the harbor past the pay station is badly weathered. Please fix it! The harbor was clean and easy to launch from. The river was pretty clean except at one of the beaches someone placed what appeared to be a bag of dead ducks on the shore. who would do that? I know this has nothing to do with the people who take care of the river so I didn't take any stars away from my review. Besides those two issues my family had a blast! read more

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You'll enjoy yourself without the crowds. The water is cold so be prepared for that ! Great fishing and boating/ kayaking. Wildlife surrounding the mountains are breathtaking. Emerald cave is beautiful when you go at the right time as the sun rays reflecting the water give off a beautiful emerald green color. read more

First time on the boat and on this beach, i had a great time enjoying the water and the lake views. Staff is great and friendly and area is clean. It was a windy day, so we went south on the lake and was bummed that we couldnt go towards the dam. Maybe next time! Im sure this wont be the last time i come down to the beach! read more

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We took the kayaking tour on October 30, 2022 RYAN P was our guide he did an amazing job. Explain everything really well. Great person to be around always thinking positive. read more

Willow Beach was amazing except the campsite that I booked let someone set up their tents and all their camping gear on my site so then I had to switch to a different site. FYI Willow Beach. I picked that location for a reason. I love the great outdoors. read more

Nice Little Embarkation Point For Some Water Time Willow Beach Harbor is nice and clean, and you can rent some motor boats to go explore the river right up to the Hoover Dam as well as the overrated Emerald Cove. We opted to rent a little boat and did a couple hours in the boat to relax on our way to Arizona from Las Vegas. Not a bad little place. read more

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I've visited with friends for boat rentals and kayak adventures. Willow Beach Harbor is setup for a nice river getaway from Vegas. When I hear the word beach, I think sand. There's no sand here, there's rocks, a river and plenty of amazing mountains scenery for the gram. If you're going to walk around in the water by the shoreline, I'd highly suggest some wearing water shoes. The shoreline is where most people set up canopies and start grilling when the weather allows for it. FYI, even during the hot summer days the river water is very cold for full on swimming. If you're cruising on the river via motorized boat, kayak, canoe, etc there's a good chance you'll be able to see some big horn sheep roaming around. The Marina building has a general store that has every water accessory that you forgot to buy or bring from home for the river. They're also pretty well stocked with water, beverages and snacks should you need them. Overall it's a pretty cool harbor to hang out for the day. Heading out in a kayak it's my biggest suggestion here as it's a great way to explore the river. Enjoy! read more

What a gem. I love coming to just study, read, relax or kayak. It's really a nice and comfy environment. read more

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The Kayak/paddle board launch is usually packed with tours. HOWEVER, if there's just a couple of you, you can always squeeze in! Beautiful River color, often calm, when windy it can be a little bit of an effort. I don't recommend the cave on weekends unless you go early early or much later because the tours line up the whole side. As a Vegas local with kayaks and paddle boards, this is a calm 1/2 day chill! Even though there are A LOT of tours, you can general be away from or ignore the activity (unless you want to see the cave). Love having Willow Beach! If you are going for the beach, families pack the sides early, so if you are planning to do so, come early too! read more

Willow Beach Harbor - Down River - Boating Near Me - Willow Beach, Arizona

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Gorgeous area just over the AZ border from Vegas- and you don't need your own boat to be able to enjoy it, either. The marina has equipment rentals available, including kayaks, canoes, SUP boards, and small motorized craft. In addition to rentals, there is a small cafe for lunch and snack options. If you bring along your BBQ gear, you can grill up on the shore. Remember to clean up after yourself and keep an eye on your kids. Note that you are required to have a life vest on at all times in this area! NOTE: There's a fee station and access is supposed to be $10/car, but the booth isn't always manned. You can get in free with the Red Rock pass. read more

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