Northshore Road

NV 167 · Lake Las Vegas → Valley of Fire Highway

Leisurely45 mi1 hr 10 min3,300 ft climbHigh point ≈ 2,400 ftOne way

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The drive

Northshore Road runs through Lake Mead National Recreation Area from the Lake Mead Parkway at Lake Las Vegas toward the Valley of Fire Highway. The National Park Service describes it as a drive through brilliant red boulders and rock formations, with panoramic views of Lake Mead against rugged, colorful mountains.

This is a leisurely drive: 45.4 miles in about 1 hr 10 min, with mostly gentle curves and a total climb of 3,300 feet. The road ends at the Valley of Fire Highway, so it leads straight into the Valley of Fire drive.

Along the way

Lake Las Vegas (Lake Mead Parkway)
Valley of Fire Highway

Elevation

3,300 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 2,400 ft

Lake Las VegasValley of Fire Highway

Curves

Mostly gentle curves

Lake Las VegasValley of Fire Highway

GentleHairpins

Good to know

Lake Mead National Recreation Area charges a per-vehicle entrance fee; the America the Beautiful pass is accepted, and the park takes card payments only.
Monsoon rains from July to September can flood roads and leave sharp rocks and deep mud on the pavement, so take extra care at wash crossings.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Lake Mead National Recreation Area: current conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does Northshore Road at Lake Mead take to drive?

Northshore Road from Lake Las Vegas to the Valley of Fire Highway is 45.4 miles and takes about 1 hr 10 min without stops.

Is there a fee to drive Northshore Road?

Yes. Northshore Road is inside Lake Mead National Recreation Area, which charges a per-vehicle entrance fee; the America the Beautiful pass covers it.

Is Northshore Road twisty?

No. It is a leisurely drive with mostly gentle curves.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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