A sandy dunes in a desert landscape with a small body of water
1-4 HoursFee applies

Hike the Fisherman's Trail

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Fisherman's Trail follows the southern outline of the harbor at Katherine Landing.

Starting at the southeast of the Katherine Landing launch ramp, this trail offers majestic views of Lake Mohave, Newberry Mountains, Spirit Mountain (5639 ft.), and Avi Kwa Ame National Monument, the center of creating for all Yuman speaking tribes. There is an impressive sand dune where opportunities for viewing local critter tracks are plentiful. The trail ends when you come out of the mesquite trees and arrow weed and find the sandy beach at Ski Cove. Trail Information Trailhead: DIRECTIONS Parking: There is parking available at the boat rental and repair shop. Distance: 1.9 miles round trip Elevation Gain: 35 ft. elevation change Difficulty: Easy THIS TRAIL IS NOT MAINTAINED Services: Boat rentals; restaurants; picnic area; beaches and coves

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Front-Country HikingTrailsLake Mead National Recreation AreaLake MohaveLake Mohave Easy HikesLake Mead NRA 1-4 Hour Hikes

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Duration

1-4 Hours

Duration Details

Duration represents the time it would take to complete the entire trail roundtrip.

Fees

The Fisherman's Trail is in a fee area, like the rest of the park. Keep your park pass or proof of admission with your vehicle for rangers to inspect.

Fees Apply

Yes

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Accessibility

This trail is an unmaintained route. It is 1.9 miles (2.8 km) on a rocky and gravel surface with about 35 feet of elevation change. The trail ends at the sandy beach at Ski Cove.

Pets

Yes — Pets must be kept on a leash not to exceed six feet in length at all times. Pets should not be left unattended. We require that you clean up after your pet at all times.

Reservations

No

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