Nelson's Landing cliffs (Lake Mohave)
UnverifiedBeginner (0-30 ft)Intermediate (31-60 ft)35.70503, -114.70760
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Red rock walls over clear Colorado River water at the end of Eagle Wash near Nelson. The main ledge is about 30 feet and grows as the river drops; the south walls run 50-60 feet. The National Park Service bans jumping here and patrols for it.
Jumps at this location
Main ledge
30 ft
Beginner (0-30 ft)
South wall
60 ft
Intermediate (31-60 ft)
Warnings
Cliff jumping at Nelson's Landing is prohibited by the park compendium, with fines up to $5,000 and rangers who patrol the cove, so be careful. The upper walls have rock at their base; a jumper from 50 feet needed rescue, and a 19-year-old drowned off the underwater shelf in September 2024. Cold water, strong current and a 4x4-only road out.
Access
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (entry fee). Nelson Road through the ghost town, then Eagle Wash Road; the last 1.4 miles is a 4x4 sand wash. No services, no shade.
Best conditions
May, June and September. Midsummer heat is dangerous on the walk out and the river stays cold year-round.