The Lost Treasure of Black Canyon
Set out on a one-day pirate adventure through the spectacular Black Canyon National Water Trail below Hoover Dam.
For generations, whispers have told of Captain Hawke Silverstone, a legendary Colorado River explorer who vanished while searching for a mysterious treasure. Now, adventurers of all ages are invited to join the crew, follow the clues, and see if they can uncover the lost expedition chest.
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 6 hours
Location: 18000 U.S. 93, Boulder City, NV 89005
Pricing: Adults 16+ are $75, youths ages 5-15 are $75, and children ages 0-4 are free. Price does not include National Park entrance fee or gratuity.
Guests will receive a treasure map, join Captain Silverstone’s crew, and board a motor-assisted raft for a 12-mile expedition through Black Canyon. Along the way, the crew will solve clues, spot canyon landmarks, watch for wildlife, and enjoy a shoreline stop below Hoover Dam.
The adventure includes a guided rafting tour, interactive treasure hunt, boxed lunch, bottled water, pirate bandana or eye patch, keepsake surprises, and return transportation. Young explorers who help complete the quest will receive pirate loot and an official Captain Silverstone Expedition Certificate.
Costumes are encouraged. The best costume wins a pontoon rental from Willow Beach.
National Park Entrance Fee: A $15 National Park entrance fee is not included. Guests with a valid National Park Pass, Senior Pass, Access Pass, or 4th Grade Pass may enter at no additional cost. Guests under 16 are not charged an entrance fee.
Optional Transportation: Round-trip transportation to and from Las Vegas hotels is available for an additional $69.
