​Fun Side Trips From Lake Mead

The Lake Mead National Recreational Area is the ideal place to anchor yourself for your next vacation out west. Located within close proximity to Las Vegas and boasting some of […]

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Date: 12.26.2017 Category: Blog

​Alternative Bachelor Party Ideas Near Vegas

When you think of a Las Vegas bachelor party, probably all sorts of activities involving general debauchery come to mind. However, your Las Vegas bachelor party doesn’t have to include […]

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Date: 12.22.2017 Category: Blog

3 Top Places for River Rafting in Nevada

What trip to the Southwest could possibly be complete without a desert river adventure? Here at Black Canyon River Adventures, we’re all about everyone having a great time out in […]

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Date: 12.10.2017 Category: Blog

​Kayaking vs. River Rafting at Hoover Dam: What Should I Do?

The Hoover Dam is one of the most photo-worthy spots in the Southwest. Standing at 726 feet tall, it’s America’s largest concrete gravity-arch dam and the most visited dam in […]

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Date: 11.21.2017 Category: Blog

Best Activities Near Las Vegas for Seniors

While some senior citizens are contented playing the slots and seeing shows all day, many older adults want to get out and explore Las Vegas. Luckily, there’s a surplus of […]

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Date: 11.18.2017 Category: Blog

4 Ultimate Team Building Activities Near Vegas

If you’re in Las Vegas for an industry convention or corporate meeting, count yourself lucky! There’s plenty to do around town, from seeing Cirque on the strip to visiting the […]

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Date: 11.03.2017 Category: Blog

Which Tour Should You Take: Hoover Dam vs. Power Plant

At Black Canyon River Adventures, we can take you on an exhilarating trip down the Colorado River, where you will arrive at the Hoover Dam. Once you’re at the dam, you […]

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Date: 10.19.2017 Category: Blog

Alternate Ways to See the Hoover Dam

The Hoover Dam is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the American West, signifying the efforts made by Americans during the Great Depression to complete this astounding project […]

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Date: 10.04.2017 Category: Blog

​3-, 5- and 10-Hour Day Trip Ideas Around Las Vegas

Las Vegas may be best known for its four mile strip of themed hotels, 24-hour nightlife, and big-name entertainment. However, the Las Vegas area is more than just bright lights […]

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Date: 10.03.2017 Category: Blog

​Toddlers, Tweens and Teens: Family-Friendly Activities Near the Hoover Dam

Keeping toddlers, tweens and teens engaged during a vacation to the Hoover Dam outside of Las Vegas can present challenges to parents. With Las Vegas often considered an ‘adult-oriented’ city, you might […]

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Date: 10.02.2017 Category: Blog