We Are Nation's Vacation
Welcome to Nation’s Vacation by Aramark - a collection of activities, experiences, and places to stay within some of America’s greatest National Parks and protected lands. Our mission is to inspire unforgettable and authentic experiences that reflect the culture that surrounds these once-in-a-lifetime places. So dive in, and make your next vacation a Nation’s Vacation.

An Impressive Oasis
Dramatic desert landscapes and vegetation surrounded by towering mountains, canyons and plateaus makes Lake Mead a destination on everybody's bucket list.

Activities & Experiences
Dinner cruises, hiking, helicopter tours, watersports and exploring the Hoover Dam are enough to quench the thirst of any adventure seeker.

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Top Lake Mead Experiences
At Nation's Vacation, "Travel is Life" so we've decided to curate specialized content, adventures and activities about Lake Mead and the surrounding areas. Take a look at what we have to offer!

Boat Tours on Lake Mead
Lake Mead, AZ & NV
Lake Mead is known for its boat tours, the only way to experience the destination in its whole, including its dizzying array of colorful landscapes, stunning sunsets, and gorgeous views.

Hike to the Fire Wave
Valley of Fire State park, NV
Once a secret unmarked location The Fire Wave has quickly become a huge draw for park visitors in the Valley of Fire. The hike to the sandstone wave is just over a half mile of sand and sandstone and it's worth every step.

Explore the Toroweap Overlook
Grand Canyon, AZ
Perfect photo opportunities at sunset. Walk right up to the edge. Remote camping with now crowds. Dramatic cliffs down to the Colorado River.

Camp at Arch Rock Campground
Valley of Fire State Park, NV
Arch Rock Campground is surrounded by an amphitheater of red rocks and has easy access to the rest of the park.

Exploring Nevada's Pastel Canyon
Valley of Fire State Park, NV
Sandstone slot canyon and lack of crowds. Pastel Canyon is part of wash no. 5 in the Valley of Fire State Park and sits close to The Fire Wave and the White Dome Trail.