Shimmering brightly against the parched desert, Lake Mead is mesmerizing. The landscape surrounding the water is incredibly diverse, ranging from stark mountains to towering canyon walls, cactus covered plateaus to desert basins. More than 100 miles long, Lake Mead is renowned for sport fishing. Trout, largemouth bass, striped bass, channel catfish, crappie and bluegill flourish in these waters. Lake enthusiasts can have access to every kind of water sport, including boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, and tubing. Guided boat excursions are available, or visitors can rent a boat and other sporting goods. Be sure to view the sunset from the water. Dry, desert air creates a colorscape across the sky and lake that is like nothing you’ve ever seen before.