Lake Havasu
About 195 miles northwest of Phoenix, Lake Havasu City, also referred to as "Arizona's West Coast," is located on a portion of the western and northern boundaries of the Sonoran Desert. It is 90 feet deep and covers an area of 19,300 acres. With 300 days of sunshine a year, 400 miles of shoreline, 60 miles of canals, and white sand beaches, Lake Havasu is a popular tourist destination all year long.
According to Bassmaster magazine, Lake Havasu has been named one of the "Top 10 Best Bass Lakes in the Western U.S." for four years running (2016–2019). Fish are large and quick to bite in this all-year fishing haven. While catching largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, crappies, and flathead catfish, anglers take in the lake's picturesque natural splendor. The lake's remarkable ecological stability supports a large population of healthy fish. Connect with a guide or cast a line from a dock to find out for yourself why Lake Havasu is one of the best fishing spots in the Southwest.
The storied London Bridge is another must-see destination. Robert McCulloch Sr., the city's founder, bought the bridge from the city of London in 1968. In Lake Havasu City, it provided access to an island where The Nautical Beachfront Resort, the only building on the beach, was placed after three years of reconstruction. Additionally, you can reserve a cabin in Lake Havasu State Park, rent a houseboat, or set up camp at a campsite.
Location: Western Arizona
Area: 19,300 acres
