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Lake Havasu Things To Do
Lake Havasu is no longer a secret. Over 2.5 million tourists visit Lake Havasu every year and almost 60,000 residents have made the area full time home. Because of the ideal autumn, winter and spring temperatures, many snowbirds make Lake Havasu City their winter home to escape the cold, snowy climate in the midwest and Canada. Water recreation and outdoor adventure is the primary lure. The 45-mile long Lake Havasu with over 400 miles of shoreline is the prime attraction. The lake was formed by the building of Parker Dam on the Colorado River which divides the states of Arizona and California. The crystal clear blue waters entice boating enthusiasts and those that love to water-ski, jet-ski, kayak, sail, canoe, swim, fish, and camp. Parasailing over the lake gets the adrenalin pumping. 
Below are some of the most popular things to do. And although Lake Havasu City, Arizona is the center-core of this oasis paradise, fun things to do can be found on both the Arizona and California sides of the lake. It is important to point-out that the two sides are only accessible to each other by boat since their is not a bridge that connects the two sides. The best times to visit are the fall, winter and spring seasons when temperatures are very comfortable in the desert area. May through September temperatures can be quite hot, but spread on the sunscreen and enjoy the water. See our Lake Havasu Weather Chart which shows the average monthly temperatures. Lake Havasu and Colorado RiverBoating is the big deal. Go slow, go fast. Anchor and swim. Go fishing. This stretch of water is long and spans uninterrupted for about 120 total miles from Parker Dam to Laughlin Nevada through the Topock Canyon area. The desert scenery is beautiful up and down this waterway.London BridgeIt was falling down. This historic bridge built over the River Thames in London was purchased by Robert McCullock, the founder of Lake Havasu City. London Bridge was disassembled piece by piece, brought to Arizona and reassembled over Thompson Bay to Lake Havasu Island. A little slice of England is now in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.Spring Break PlaygroundSpring break in Lake Havasu. This is one of the top 5 spring break destinations in America. You will never see so many boats crowded with the college set in one place. Rowdy, blasting music, dancing, sunglasses and bikinis. They parade their stuff, party and then head to the Lake Havasu nightlife to party some more.Copper CanyonMTV made this famous. Think spring break and Copper Canyon comes to mind. The Havasu spring break crowd tie boats together and make this the most crowded Havasu spring break party venue in the southwest. Bikini strutting, music, dancing, laughing and diving from the cliffs. Similar gatherings take place on Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day.Site Six On Havasu IslandGaze the night skies from Lake Havasu Island. A tranquil family place. Can be romantic. See the lake's horizon and the starry skies at night. Eat, drink and soak-up the serenity. Follow McCulloch Boulevard over the London Bridge to the end of the island. Pull of when you find the best spot. It's time to relax and enjoy the beauty of it all.Cliff Diving at Lake HavasuJump, dive or watch. But be careful and safe. If you have a boat head to Copper Canyon or the cliffs of Interstate 93 North of Lake Havasu City, AZ. Ask locals how to drive to the desert hills cliffs where the cliffs range in height from 15 to 150 feet into deep water. Parking is limited. You can also reach the cliff via boat. Do not drink alcohol when cliff diving.Boating, Fishing, Tours & ExcursionsPlenty to do on the water. Crank up that fancy speed boat. Go water-skiing. Test your jet-skiing skills. Paddle along lazily under the London Bridge. Go fishing for the lunker big mouths. Enter a fishing tournament. Go parasailing high above the lake. Spend a few days on a houseboat. Or just swim and tan. Rent a boat or watercraft. Take a boat tour. Hire a fishing guide.Casino Gaming and EntertainmentCasinos are nearby Lake Havasu City AZ. The Blue Water Resort and Casino is located in Parker, Arizona about an 18 mile drive south of Lake Havasu City. The casino features slots, live action blackjack and poker as well as live entertainment. The Havasu Landing Resort and Casino is on the western bank of Lake Havasu.and can be reached from the Arizona side via boat. Or your can drive north about 60 miles from Lake Havasu City to the Laughlin, Nevada casinos.Dining and NightlifeNo trouble working up an appetite. After a day on the lake or a round of golf, the thought of a good relaxing meal will surely come to mind. Choose your style of Lake Havasu restaurants. A nice family dining place. A cafe or bar and grille on the water's edge. A sport's bar. If you feel like letting your hair down, there is a wide range of dance clubs, lounges and party bars. |
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