Lake Havasu is both a water lover's paradise and a desert lover's dream. Visitors
enjoy the top-rated resorts and RV resorts and condominiums with spectacular views
and convenient locations. And, with more than 300 days of sunshine per year, Lake
Havasu is ideal for golf, tennis and desert tours.
More than 400 miles of stunning coastline will refresh you with exceptional watersports,
including fishing, skiing, kayaking and houseboating. Or, if you prefer, explore
the lake from the beautiful beaches, campsites and hiking trails. Lake Havasu City
and the surrounding area are host to some of the most spectacular scenery in the
southwest.
Admirers of the outdoors will appreciate this region’s stark beauty, embodied
within the spectacular convergence of Lake Havasu’s desert ecology, 450 miles
of breathtaking shoreline and sparkling waters. Lacking crowds and swarming tourists,
this small town offers travelers a unique opportunity to explore the drama of a
desert habitat – offering everything from hiking and jeep tours to bird watching
and exploring hidden trails with Indian petroglyphs. Warm, dry air, rich animal
life, and good fishing, hiking and camping attract travelers every summer. But even
with an influx of outdoor enthusiasts every season, solitude in a pristine cove
or on a lonely hiking trail is readily accessible.
Lake Havasu City was established in 1964 by Robert P. McCulloch (of McCulloch Chainsaws)
as a planned community. It was incorporated in 1978. The present city grew around
an old mining town established in the early 20th century.
The city is a destination of choice for university students during Spring Break.
Much of the spring break activity centers on the London Bridge Resort Village, a
British-themed tourist district next to the bridge. The resort built a large patio
extending out to the channel with a swimming pool and a stage equipped with disco
lighting to accommodate parties.Lake Havasu City is regularly host to other major
events such as boating conventions and the Western Winter Blast.
Lake Havasu is also a part of the Colorado River which runs through the Grand Canyon,
however, Davis Dam (creating Lake Mohave) and Hoover Dam (creating Lake Mead) both
prevent boaters from reaching the Grand Canyon if attempting to reach there from
Lake Havasu's downstream location.
