Outdoors
Lakes near Las Vegas
4 named lakes within 30 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Lakes within 30 mi
4
Closest
7.7 mi
Lake Jacqueline
Within 10 miles
2
Reservoirs
1
Map
Map of 4 places loads as you scroll.
All lakes, nearest first
- 7.7miLake Jacqueline
- 8.5miLake Sahara
- 10.4miRailroad Lake
- 13miLake Las Vegasreservoir
Straight-line distance from the center of Las Vegas; driving and trail distances are longer.
Before you go
Many reservoirs are drinking-water supplies with no swimming or body contact. Look for a designated swim beach.
Green, scummy or paint-like water can be a toxic blue-green algae bloom. Keep kids and dogs out and check the county advisory.
Boat launches often need a day pass or inspection for invasive mussels, and anglers 16 and older usually need a state fishing license.
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Questions
What is the closest lake to Las Vegas?
Lake Jacqueline, about 7.7 miles from the center of Las Vegas.
How many lakes are near Las Vegas?
4 named lakes are within 30 miles, 2 of them within 10 miles.
Are the lakes near Las Vegas natural?
1 of the 4 are reservoirs made by dams; the rest are mapped as natural lakes. Swimming rules differ, so check each one.
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