BOULDER CITY DINNER BOAT FIELD GUIDE
Sunset on Lake Mead: Valentine’s Dinner Aboard the Desert Princess
A two-hour, all-ages evening cruise aboard Lake Mead Cruises’ Desert Princess with narrated stories, on-board dining and open-deck lake views — this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Sunset on Lake Mead: Valentine’s Dinner Aboard the Desert Princess.
Sail into the sunset aboard the Desert Princess, a historic three-level paddle wheeler operated by Lake Mead Cruises. With spacious decks, climate-controlled enclosed salons and an open promenade deck, the cruise combines narrated stories about Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam with on-board dining and sweeping lake views for an effortless evening on the water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Desert Princess — a roomy, historic paddle wheeler
Built in 1991 and certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, the Desert Princess is a three-level paddle wheeler with two climate-controlled enclosed decks and an open promenade deck, offering ample outdoor space and a smooth ride.
Paddle Wheel Grill: casual fare and a full bar
On board the Desert Princess the Paddle Wheel Grill serves hamburgers, hot dogs, hot and cold sandwiches, refreshments and a full bar, allowing guests to dine while cruising the lake.
Narrated lake views and Hoover Dam stories
Cruises include narration with educational information about Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam, and the open promenade deck provides prime vantage points for photographs and sunset viewing.
What the day feels like
How the evening unfolds
The two-hour Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise boards in the early evening and moves out onto Lake Mead for a relaxed, narrated outing. Guests circulate between climate-controlled decks and the open promenade, order food and drinks from the Paddle Wheel Grill, listen to stories about the lake and Hoover Dam, and watch the shoreline and sunset pass by.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits — and what to keep in mind.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Desert Princess’s first deck is ADA accessible; wheelchairs are available from the operator but in limited supply, and ADA parking spots are located near the ramp.
The boat has two climate-controlled enclosed decks and an open promenade deck for outdoor viewing; food and beverages are available from the Paddle Wheel Grill.
Lake Mead Cruises operates most of the year but is closed in December and January; confirm seasonal schedules before booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise?
The cruise duration is two hours.
What time does boarding begin?
Boarding is listed at 5:30 PM for the Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise.
Where is the meeting and departure point?
Departures are from Lake Mead Cruises at 490 Horsepower Cove Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005.
What payment methods are accepted?
The operator does not accept cash; debit and credit cards only.
Is the Desert Princess accessible?
Yes — the first deck is ADA accessible; wheelchairs are available but have limited availability, and ADA parking is located near the ramp.
Is food available on the cruise?
Yes — the Paddle Wheel Grill serves hamburgers, hot dogs, hot and cold sandwiches, refreshments and there is a full bar on board.
Are there additional charges to enter the area?
An additional charge will be applied for arriving at the National Park gate.