Hoover Dam & Red Rock: An Unforgettable Self-Guided Tour
Description
Dive into a unique adventure with the Action Tour Guide app, your personal guide and map, taking you through the dramatic history and breathtaking landscapes of Nevada.
Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Initiate your journey in the heart of Las Vegas, the shining jewel of the Mojave Desert. Traverse the Strip and delve into the city's wild past; from its humble beginnings as a railway town to its evolution into an iconic gambling hub. Learn how the Great Depression and the construction of the Hoover Dam transformed the city's destiny.
As you leave the bustling city, acquaint yourself with the mighty Colorado River, a force of nature that provided life and destruction in equal measures until the Hoover Dam's construction. Unearth the incredible efforts it took to control this formidable entity.
Meet the colossal minds behind the Hoover Dam project, like Frank "Hurry Up" Crowe and the Six Companies consortium. Understand the purpose behind the dam's water distribution and how it continues to adapt to present needs.
Next, you'll enter Boulder City, a unique creation birthed solely for the dam's construction. Navigate this intriguing town and uncover the harsh realities of the construction workers' lives, marked by demanding working conditions and a dramatic showdown between the builders and the Six Companies.
Experience the vast expanse of Lake Mead at the Lake Mead Viewpoint, an artificial lake formed by the Hoover Dam. Discover the daring feats of the high scalers and the ingenious engineering that went into constructing the dam.
Opt for a stroll along the Historic Railroad Hiking Trail, following the path of the old railway tracks. Continue to Lakeview Overlook for stunning views and photographic moments capturing Lake Mead's splendor.
As you near the Hoover Dam, consider stopping at Boulder Dam Bridge Overlook, offering an unparalleled view of the dam. Choose between driving across the dam or parking to walk along its mighty rim.
Finally, arrive at the Hoover Dam Lookout, understanding the dam's significance for the southwestern region's present and future. Conclude your enlightening tour here, enriched by the saga of human ambition and the grandeur of nature.