Lake Mead GPS Audio Tour Guide

Take in a whirlwind of scenery, geology, history, and wildlife with this dynamic driving tour around the shores of Lake Mead, Nevada! Lake Mead Tour: Hear stories of the area’s geologic history, going back billions of years. Take in majestic rock formations. Find out about the tribes that thrived centuries ago and learn how they hand-dug ditches and canals to divert water to their crops! Discover the more than 300 hot springs that keep the area’s diverse wildlife and plants alive. Absorb tales of the Colorado River and its mighty force, and dynamic explorers who left their mark. Marvel at John Wesley Powell, navigating uncharted waters. Contemplate Elwood Mead’s ingenuity in the struggle to conserve one of the most precious resources—water. Listen to tales of disasters, floods, and resilience. But you’ll also get stories of grudges, greed, water wars, and even murder. Behold the mighty Hoover Dam and learn about the challenges that arose in its ambitious construction. Plus, get to know the various creatures that abound in this region, including mountain lions, tarantulas, Gila monsters, and much more! This comprehensive tour includes: ■ Geology of Lake Mead ■ Colorado River Indian Tribes ■ Hot Springs ■ Beavers ■ El Dorado ■ Ahvote’s Grudges ■ Wetlands Trail ■ The Las Vegas Wash ■ Powell’s Expedition ■ Steamboats on the Colorado River ■ Elwood Mead ■ The Imperial Valley Disaster ■ Harry Thomas Cory ■ Mesquite Trees ■ Hamblin-Cleopatra Volcano ■ Hoover Dam ■ The Lost City and the Puebloans ■ Dinosaur Fossils ■ Water Wars ■ B-29 Crash ■ Hidden Horrors of Lake Mead ■ Mega Drought ■ The Drying of Lake Mead ■ Valley of Fire ■ Historic Cabins ■ White Domes Trail HOW IT WORKS: As you drive/walk, audio stories play automatically based on your location. Simply go to the starting point of the tour and begin following the given route. Each story begins playing on its own, usually just before you reach a point of interest. TOUR FEATURES: ▶ Freedom of travel No scheduled tour times, no crowded buses, and no rush to keep moving past stops that interest you. You have total freedom to skip ahead, linger, and take as many photos as you’d like. ▶ Automatic play No muss, no fuss. Just follow the app’s built-in route to all the must-visit spots — the audio stories about everything you see will play automatically! ▶ Works offline Download the tour in advance and then use it seamlessly, even in areas with no service! ▶ Lifetime purchase No monthly subscription. No time limits. No usage limits. Enjoy this tour as many times as you like. ▶ Incredible stories Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and secrets of this famous site with the help of a top-tier narrator and fascinating stories written by experts. ▶ Award-winning app Featured on Thrillist and WBZ, this easy-to-use app won the Laurel Award for Technology from the Newport Mansions, who use the app for over a million tours per year. MORE TOURS ▶ Hoover Dam Learn about the urgent need that fueled the construction of the dam and the various players who brought it to life. FREE DEMO vs FULL ACCESS: Check out the totally free demo to get an idea of what this tour is all about. If you like it, purchase the tour to get full access to all of the stories. QUICK TIPS: ■ Download ahead of time, over data or WiFi. ■ Be sure the phone battery is fully charged or take an external battery pack. NOTE: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. This app uses your location service and GPS tracking feature to allow real-time tracking of your route.