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From a 221 meter high observation deck, we enjoy the breathtaking view of Lake Mead, the Colorado River and the numerous valleys and gorges that surround the dam. The Hoover Dam is about as high as a 60-story building and was the tallest dam in the world when it was built in 1935. During our visit, we have the opportunity to go inside the dam. We walk through the original construction tunnels and visit the observation deck with a view of a pressure pipeline and 8 of the commercial generators in the Nevada Powerhouse.

You can get a nice, panoramic overlook of Lake Mead from here. While sitting here you're on the Nevada side of the state line, but the east coast of the lake is technically in Arizona.

Route 66 is probably the most famous highway in the world. It's been the subject of countless movies, tv shows, songs, books, and more. In 1926 it opened as the first year round transcontinental road and that just happened to coincide with the boom in car ownership. These elements combined to capture the public's interest and never let go. This stretch is now a relic of time's past, but the undeniable charm, history, and legends provide plenty for the adventurous to explore.

This trail runs along the old railroad that was built to facilitate easy delivery of goods during the construction of the dam. It's not paved but the hard packed gravel should be rideable on just about any bike. You'll definitely be glad you took this trail when you see the incredible views across the dam and Lake Mead.

If you've reached the summit of Sitgreaves Pass then you've earned a little rest, water, and time to appreciates the views. Though the grade is moderate, the many curves, and wild burros, mean you have to be on your toes the whole way up.

This Wild West living ghost town on Route 66 is filled with wild burros. In 1863 mountain man Johnny Moss struck gold in Oatman, after which its population and gold exports boomed. This boom lasted until 1941 when the United States entered World War II and ordered all Oatman miners to stop mining for gold and to instead excavate minerals for use in World War II.

Be sure to park (free on the Arizona side, from parking lot 11) and walk across the dam. This way you can appreciate the mighty structure even better.