What to do and see in Boulder City, Nevada (NV): The Best Things to do Adventurous

December 18, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Boulder City is a city in Clark County, Nevada. It is approximately 26 miles (42 km) southeast of Las Vegas. As of the 2010 census, the population of Boulder City was 15,023.
Restaurants in Boulder City

1. Skydive Las Vegas

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Skydive Las Vegas

Skydive Las Vegas -- the first-time skydive experts. Jump out of our perfectly good airplane, freefall at 120 MPH, then enjoy the parachute flight while taking in spectacular views of the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River and the Las Vegas Strip. Skydive Las Vegas has been in operation since 1993 and is Nevada's longest running student skydiving center and the first to specialize in first-time tandem skydiving. We are located at the Boulder City Airport in Boulder City which is only minutes away from the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. When you are in the airplane and in freefall you can see the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, the beautiful golf courses of Boulder City, the Las Vegas Strip, Mt. Charleston, Red Rock Canyon, the Valley of Fire and more! Our landing zone is located right next to our facility making it easy for your friends and family watch you jump and land right in from of them. After landing, you walk right back into our facility and celebrate the most exciting thing you've ever done. We use only the finest state-of-the-art equipment and airplanes. We fly new PAC-750XL skydiving airplane that can carry up to 7-8 tandem jumpers (14-16 people) per load. The PAC-750XL is the only airplane in the world built specifically for skydiving. Our skydiving equipment is the latest and safest available today. We offer complimentary transportation from the Las Vegas Strip in pristine shuttle vans. We have the largest and nicest skydiving facility in Nevada, complete with a large air-conditioned lobby, restrooms, HD television for your viewing pleasure, snack and soda machines, and most importantly a Starbucks Coffee machine that brews fresh ground Starbucks coffee.

2. Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon

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Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon

Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon is a an amazing way to enjoy the surroundings 30 minutes off the strip. You'll start with a safety class followed by a scenic van ride up the Red Mountains. Next you'll have a combination of some minor hiking and 4 separate flightlines cover over a 1.5 of the canyons while you soar at up to 60mph.located in beautiful Boulder City, NV enjoy seeing the Eldorado Valley, Lake Meade, the new bypass bridge and the Las Vegas Strip from 3800 feet above sea level. We have a completely different system than your average zipline. We have engineered the safest system and equipment to give our guests a complete feeling of security. Our guides are professional, educated, personable and always ready to fly. We offer complimentary pick up hourly from with a scheduled tour. Pick up location is in the Rear of the Excalibur at the Tour Bus Rotunda.We are open daily from 7am - 7pm all year round. Tour times will vary based on the season change. please feel free to check us out online or call the office for more information.Come enjoy the experience of soaring like a bird over the beautiful desert landscape. Give yourself a break from the slot machines and bright lights. Flightlinez Bootleg Canyon is ready to give you the experience of a lifetime!

3. Serenity Helicopters

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Serenity Helicopters

With a commitment to professional pilots and top-of-the-line aircraft maintenance personnel, Serenity Helicopters has more than 25 years of perfect safety on our Grand Canyon helicopter tours. In addition to that record, we’re known for our customer service and close attention to detail. There’s something truly magical about seeing the Grand Canyon from above. Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and the Grand Wash Cliffs. We’re not exaggerating when we say it’s a breathtaking experience like you’ve never had before -- seeing a panoramic view of one of the seven wonders of the world.

4. Boulder City Quad Rides

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Boulder City Quad Rides

visit the amazing Hoover Dam,beautiful Lake Mead and experience the excitement of a 2 plus hour atv ride

5. VORE Adrenaline Compound

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VORE Adrenaline Compound

Off Road Racing Tours. VORE has its very own professionally maintained short course track and we have over 500 miles of permitted BLM desert tours. We can take you on a guided tour over all the famous Mint 400 race track trails or enter you in the actual Mint 400 with a pit crew, chase team, and full staff of mechanics. We offer $160,000 custom off road VORE Challenge race trucks and the unbelievable FORD SVT Raptor. Special training sessions for both vehicles offered. We also offer drifting in our powerful 727HP Mustangs. You can get behind the wheel and we'll show you how to drift like the pros! Come take a beautiful guided tour or fly 40 feet in the air with us. Don't waste time and come Get Dirty With VORE. Dates are usually booked 1-3 months in advance so book now to get your desired date!

6. Sunshine Helicopters - Grand Canyon Tours

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Sunshine Helicopters - Grand Canyon Tours

In an industry that demands the best Sunshine Helicopters delivers! Enjoy Sunshine’s Grand Canyon Air Tour as you fly over Hoover Dam, Fortification Hill, Indian Pass and Lake Mead. After soaring into the Grand Canyon, we will descend 4,000 feet below the Canyon Rim and land at our private landing site, overlooking the mighty Colorado River. There will be beautiful photo opportunities of the Canyon’s interior landscape, the Colorado River as well as native flora and wildlife.

7. Pro Gun Club

12801 Old U.S. 95, Boulder City, NV 89005 +1 702-293-2108 http://www.progunclub.com
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Pro Gun Club

Reviewed By 169grahamf - Abingdon, United Kingdom

We did the military gun package....great value for money. Our instructor,dave I think, was very friendly,patient and knowledgeable. Sniper rifle was an experience....not as easy as it looks on TV!

8. Rail Explorers

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Rail Explorers

Enjoy an exhilarating 4 mile downhill ride through the desert on our pedal powered railbikes from the Nevada State Railroad Museum to Railroad Pass. Bring a snack and a drink to enjoy during the 20 minute break at our rail-side picnic area. Your ticket includes a ride back to the top of the hill in one of the Museum's historic trains, and free entry to the museum. Please allow 2 hours for this tour. You will see the hills surrounding Boulder City and old abandoned mine shafts. Boulder City is the center of adventure, look for skydivers soaring high above, and be minutes away from historic Boulder City. This fun, outdoor activity can be enjoyed by all ages and abilities. Great for groups of friends, families, couples young and old, corporate events or gatherings of any kind!

9. Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters

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Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters

Papillon Helicopters is the largest helicopter sightseeing company, serving the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. Choose from a variety of aerial tours, landing tours and more. We offering helicopter, airplane, and bus combos spanning from day tours to overnight at the Grand Canyon. Fly, descend, land, walk the canyon floor, cruise the mighty Colorado, or even fly over the Vegas Strip.

10. Dam Helicopter Company

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Dam Helicopter Company

Dam Helicopter Company is a Helicopter Tour company located in Boulder City, Nevada. We offer three different helicopters tours that view the Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam together with the bypass bridge, and The Black Canyon. Our helicopter rides are short but exciting with the lowest price around town for the past 15 years, starting at $39.00! We are "The Best Dam Ride by a Dam Site by Dam Helicopter Company!"

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