Overview

The Callville Wash South Road follows the bed of Callville Wash from Northshore Road south into the wild backcountry of Lake Mead National Recreation Area. About 5 miles long and ending before the shore of Lake Mead, this road leads through a rugged desert landscape with colorful sandstone bluffs, imposing black volcanic mountains, and fascinating geologic features. The edge of the lake is no longer accessible from this road, at least not in a normal vehicle.

Presented here are photos of the return. For details, including a map and waypoints, see Callville Wash South Road.

Return the way you came. On the way back, notice an outcrop of green volcanic ash in the middle of the wash (MP Photo 07). Past there, watch for the road exiting the wash to the left (MP Photo 08), which leads through the notch. When the road drops back into the wash, carefully follow the tire tracks back to Northshore Road. It is easy to miss the turnoff to the last section of road that leads to pavement. Be sure to enjoy the view of scenic hills (MP Photo 09).