RESOURCES FOR VISITING
Where is Avi Kwa Ame
National Monument?
Avi Kwa Ame National Monument is located at the southern tip of Nevada, to the west of Lake Mojave, south of Las Vegas, and north of Fort Mojave. It can be accessed along the US 95 highway and Nevada State Route 164.
Where can I camp?
Wilderness camping (no services) is available in many places throughout the monument, but there are no formal campgrounds. All pull-over camping is on a first-come basis. We recommend camping adjacent to Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness along East Wee Thump Road. The turnoff is off of Nevada Highway #164 about a mile west of the Junction of #164 and the Walking Box Ranch Road. This is a dirt road but is in good shape and there are a number of informal camp sites along the first several miles on the east side of the road. There are no toilets or water but the sites are pretty large and flat and set amongst a beautiful Joshua Tree Forest with dark night skies.
What are some lodging options?
Searchlight, CalNevAri and Cottonwood Cove have motels and RV hook ups. Cottonwood Cove also has a campground.
Where can I grab a bite?
Searchlight, Nevada has a Denny’s, McDonalds, and a Terrible’s Casino bar that serves meals. The Cottonwood Cove Café at Lake Mojave is open on a seasonal basis for breakfast and lunch.
Where can I get groceries?
CalNevAri, Palm Gardens, Searchlight and Cottonwood Cove all have small provision convenience stores that sell snacks, some simple groceries and prepared foods.
Where can I get gas?
Searchlight and Palm Gardens have gas stations and propane.
Other resources
Searchlight Treasures Thrift Store and the Haberdashery in Nipton are thrift stores that carry clothing and other supplies that might come in handy if you forgot something. Searchlight also has an historic museum, post office, laundromat and public library. Cottonwood Cove Resort & Marina offers boat rentals on Lake Mojave.
More accommodations, grocery stores and restaurant options can be found in the nearby urban areas of Boulder City, Henderson, Laughlin, and Bullhead City, Arizona.
Safety information for the monument can be found here.