Lake Havasu City “Arizona’s Beach” 🏖

Lake Havasu City is considered Arizona's beach but also a spring break hot spot. But of course Lake Havasu City is much more than just a party place as they have many residential neighborhoods going up the slopes. In this Lake Havasu travel guide we check out the island, the London Bridge as well as the floating Bars in Parker. We drive out to the Colorado river from Phoenix through Wickenburg and Salome.
#LakeHavasu #Arizona #Parker
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[@LivinginArizona]

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[@TigergirlM]

I've lived in Lake Havasu City since 2004. I love it here sooooo much! Always something going on, and that lake...! 😍

[@DevinsDen]

Norris Lake in TN is better. The water is warm as fuck and dirty. Felt like bathwater in 125 degrees

[@captainmigs1655]

Lakes in Tennessee are disgusting lol

[@deeheart9988]

I lived there in LHC for 11 years. I was there 25 years ago. It has changed so much since I was there!! The place on the island was the Nautical Inn back then. TV stars were there in the early 70's. I saw the London Bridge being built!

[@arlenewatson135]

Lived in Havasu. Loved it! People are all friendly. Played Easy Listening Piano at the Holiday Inn and Nautical Resort Restuarants when I lived there.

[@captainmigs1655]

I remember you!

[@dickjames792]

Lived in Havasu in the 70's, what a blast, Jr. High and High School......town has definitely grown since my last visit in 80. Plan is to go back (Home) and retire there.

[@dinerocochino5296]

Chicos tacos are so good, definitely recommend in Havasu

[@tc9992]

Havasu had a place called Chico's Pizza in the 70's , It was so good, Outer Highway, Havasu is a really great place, grew up there, always will be. :)

[@albundyproductions933]

Man.. Arizona is so picturesque… moving the Lake Havasu City within the next year and CANT WAIT!

[@jamimerryman8264]

Nothing but love for my hometown, just wanted to let you know it's The Nautical, (on the island). Keep up the beautiful footage 💜....

[@milt6208]

When I was a kid we used to sit at the end of the dock at the Nautical waiting for someone to adk if we wanted to get a tow. Lots of nice people in the mid sixties. I moved there in 1965.

[@johnjordan1357]

My wife and I visited from Nebraska several times and we both fell in love with Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City. My wife Janice passed in 2020. I visited again last summer and placed a padlock on the bridge to symbolize our eternal love. I just learned from a friend that lives in Havasu that someone has determined the hundreds of padlocks are a safety hazard. Please help to restore the placement of locks and let visitors celebrate their lives together. Thank you for your channel, very interesting and informational.

[@mustangracer5124]

Still there as of 8-23

[@martyburkhart9183]

Lived there for 30 yrs. Love every moment

[@maiziejorickardsderraven6710]

I lived in havasu for 9 years and I loved it . My husband and I go there every so often now for a break . Still love it there very much . We'Lloyd be going again next year for another break . It's a beautiful place .

[@kennethbaca7610]

Just bought a home in Havasu, been visiting from New Mexico for years water spots riding the razer now my family living are dream.

[@jameskeeler6321]

i will be looking to squat in yur new home

[@kennethbaca7610]

Not going to happen

[@susannacohen5239]

Love those American flags!!!!

[@taylorkelly6414]

I've lived in Lake Havasu City for around 25 years, pretty much my entire life (I turn 27 in December). It's a nice, mostly peaceful and pretty active place, lots of space for watersports, off-roading, hiking, etc. We get pretty slammed with tourists and travelers during the holidays, and plenty of college kids partying during spring break. As far as housing, there's no shortage of beautiful homes and spacious properties for families, older married couples, or just people with higher levels of income looking to purchase vacation properties or second homes. There's quite a bit to see and experience here, pretty unique when compared to other cities of similar size in different areas of the state/country. If you (anyone reading this) ever get a chance to visit, I recommend it. It might just become your second home.

[@mariaarredondo3511]

I’m going for my 21st in June I’m so excited

[@adambachor1829]

Xss x xss,

[@pedrooliver3931]

I only found out about the existence of this lake because of the piranha moviekkk

[@leticiaurbach1720]

What is the best safest area of lake Havasu? Thinking of relocating there.

[@billping2633]

@@leticiaurbach1720 I am from Chicago IL. I have spent the last month checking out the area. The locals are very helpful if u visit ask them. From what I have learned property theft is the biggest issue. This is from the nomads that drift through mostly in the winter months. So be smart don't leave anything out to steel. I am staying. I found the area to be safe if you use common scene. I hope this helps.

[@jeangoforth7186]

Wow! Too crowded for me! Thanks for the insight.

[@kymburriss4260]

I have two friends who live in Lake Havasu City, and they love it

[@fallingiguanas6326]

Watching this makes me want to attend my property in Yuma county. AZ is like the FL of the SW ✌

[@francishedges3903]

As a native New Yorker I really like this video. I recently retired and am considering re locating to Lake Havasu I worked for 23 years for Continental airlines so I've been to many places but never been to lake Havasu. Thank you so much for this informative video .

[@Ayniyb]

Yo..I moved here a year and a half ago from CT..best decision I’ve ever made

[@francishedges3903]

Thanks for your reply, I really would like to get out of New York because it's gotten way too expensive and too much crime..it was Great coming across this video it gave me a good idea of what I can expect.

[@alicehallam8247]

Frances, it is on the Colorado River like Yuma az and Laughlin nv (and Las Vegas/Lake Mead). Someone needs to tell you it gets ungodly along that stretch of the river. Winters are beautiful but check out the summer temps, okay?

[@devamclean]

We moved here five years ago. It is fantastic.

[@alicehallam8247]

@@devamclean hi Veda, I love hot weather but I was raised up north and it will be a BIG adjustment. Any tips?

[@joygross]

Awesome. I definitely want to go to Lake Havasu via Wickenburg and Parker. Thank you. I went to Lake Havasu when the bridge was stacked in piles .. not put back together yet. So cool.

[@1cubsfan4life]

Parker means I'm getting close to the Desert Bar exit!!

[@jampasurprenant1794]

That's was great The lake Havasu city of Arizona. Looks beautiful . I enjoyed watching .

[@overkill0074]

My old stomping grounds. Thank you for sharing.

[@lostinthesixtiescapote5141]

I was in Lake Havasu City back in July 2019 and fell in love with it. And if I loved it in July with 110 degree heat you know I’ll love it year round. Going back this Fall. I hope to retire there. I’ve had it with New Jersey!

[@martinramirezmi5457]

Jersey? Sh*t I don't blame you.

[@lostinthesixtiescapote5141]

Hi Martin, guess you’ve been to Jersey. Don’t get me wrong, there’s many things I will miss when I leave the “Garden State”. I’m just tired of Northeast Politics and winters.

[@lostinthesixtiescapote5141]

But then again, it would be fun to send all my North Jersey friends a Christmas card of me sitting on float with a pina colada in my hand.

[@martinramirezmi5457]

LostintheSixties Capote Heck yeah 👍

[@davidc7332]

@@lostinthesixtiescapote5141 sounds like a plan. Hope everything works out.

[@davekat4680]

Thanks for video 👍 Fond memories there from late 80's early 90's 🤙

[@mikeshannon2428]

I lived in Lake Havasu for a couple months rite when covid hit. moved from Seattle Wa. fell in love with the city. then I lived in Parker for a bit. Beautiful place. Thank you for the video. I will be moving back soon. Peace

[@PAWS0810-]

went off season pretty nice - loved the light houses and the ride on the water boat. other than that a bike ride and a nice hotel on the lake all was good

[@MargueriteFairProductions]

Thank you so much for making these amazing videos. I happened upon them, as I want to relocate to AZ and watching your great shows is very helpful! Thank you!!!

[@Wes1487]

Love Havasu we go to Cattail Cove every October so much fun...great town.

[@zoey1811954]

Love Lake Havasu! ❤️

[@huemann3416]

You are awesome my friend. Thank you for all you do.

[@forthejoyofvegas9375]

Great Video, I am a new Subscriber, Love your channel so Informative, I moved out to Arizona in 2015 from cold and snowy Chicago and I do not regret moving out here. Have a Blessed day 😊

[@quietlywander4610]

Really enjoyed visiting in March. No crowd, and still nice weather, perfect for kayaking!

[@sharonison147]

So would you say February is a good time to visit? Are there places to explore?

[@donaldamico7633]

I love Parker it’s just a nice great place with your boat to hang out

[@derkempf7774]

I will check it out next month! Thank you for this nice Video 😊

[@amberhagelstein587]

Havasu Springs is the best, we stay there!

[@lisaloves3687]

Love it that's where I wanna go

[@phyllismontana3696]

I love the oceans

[@catherinecepuder3520]

All this is bringing back fun memories of when I first came to live in the U.S. from Ireland and spent time living in Arizona and traveling between there and California, sometimes going by way of Lake Havasu. Love your videos with so much attention to detail! Thanks for sharing!🇺🇸🇨🇮😊

[@dustylacey4842]

I've lived in Lake Havasu City when it was first built. My hometown is Wickenburg.

[@elultimo102]

I remember the bridge being built, and thinking it was just a tourist trap....It grew a bit since then. (I was stuck in Chicago back then).

[@tc9992]

me too about LHC lets be in touch

[@milt6208]

@@elultimo102 I lived less than a mile from the bridge and remember the big yard where they kept the granite pieces.

[@craigunderwood3113]

Have a place in Parker that I bought when I was a younger man. Wish I had bought in Havasu too. I have friends that took my a advice and bought in Havasu. Parker is ok and had better days. When I was a younger I wanted more of a party boating experience and it was and still is. Havasu has neat things like super markets, big box stores and HOSPITIALS. Parker has these things too but most are in the town proper which is 17+ miles from me. Havasu is a real city with police and government stuff. Still I love both areas. Sure it gets screaming hot in the summer but that's what boating is for.

[@tedwilson4411]

Excellent, motivational and educational... a must see.

[@susanthornburg5200]

thanks for Parker drive thru😇💙😎

[@patriot1182]

Nice! Another great video! Thanks!

[@mikeboyce21]

It absolutely stunning, one day I'd love to live in Arizona. But I'd settle for even just visiting. I don't know how much life i have left in me. But I sure hope I can see Arizona for myself.

[@phyllismontana3696]

I would like to live there soon

[@CookinwithHilda]

It truly beautiful! Is definitely one of my favorites places to visit!!😀

[@umcamry]

God bless you and I hope you are able to visit AZ one day. Have a blessed night❤️

[@danielm3006]

Thank you for all the information !! Heading to lake Havasu for spring break at the end of the month

[@pacomartinez8699]

Great explanation about every small town and more tanks so much! I'm spending my b day by the water

[@frankmayer139]

Looks like a nice place to visit in the winter.

[@marlastar100]

Thanks so much ...really helps me see where I DON'T want to go. Really nice area . Appreciate your videos. I'm looking for very few people and NO motorized boats etc.

[@staceymcdaniel4993]

Look up Williams and Valle AZ. Rural, affordable, and close to Grand Canyon.

[@riverrat9913]

Sounds like LHC is not for you. Its hot boat heaven.

[@yeseniaosorio5569]

Thank you for the tour sir.

[@Frankie-so3by]

I love the look of that place. From Manchester UK.

[@virtualtour4u85]

Thanks for adding maps. they are very helpful!!

[@xScooterAZx]

I live on Phoenix and a coupe of times a year we(me and my pals) go to Lake Havasu yo go swimming for the weekend. It's a great place.

[@grimmlord4211]

Fun fact, you actually just passed me in the video

[@donjuan914]

You push these vids out on several channels. You work hard and have fun. Nothing but Respect!

[@CookinwithHilda]

Yes! This videos are awesome!

[@vince1638]

My wife and I moved to LHC from Portland Or 4 years ago and love it here. We are traveling to Prescott next week and planned to take route 60 there for the first time. Thanks to ur video we are now looking forward to going on that hi way and seeing those little towns. We were in Parker and Havasu Springs yesterday and probably passed you!

[@mj-ls7qr8xp3n]

I'm in Eugene and want to.move!! Good for you!! -)

[@caroloneill4760]

I lived in Salem Oregon for 30 years. Hated the weather but not half as many crooks in Salem businesses as in Lake Havasu. BEWARE

[@AutoFlintering]

Anyone considering moving to Lake havasu, please dont we are full!

[@renauldogordon4331]

Hahaha

[@colleendavidson1820]

Don't worry, we like our water in the east. Thirsty?

[@cindymcguine5688]

🖐 me

[@milt6208]

I feel the same way. When I moved there in 1965 there was less then 500 people living there and the whole lake belonged to me. I can't go there anymore because it hurts to see what it has turned out to be.

[@cindymcguine5688]

I agree! No more ppl. Our economy doesn't need anymore ppl helping Havasu out. 😅

[@themushroomman5588]

I spent last march in lake havasu enjoyed it may go back after the reminder of how much I liked it😂

[@paulsallfire8]

Stoked you showed Salome and Wickenburg! Great vid👍

[@nideky]

What a nice and inspiring video! Thank you

[@Hallahanify]

this place looks awesome. Im moving there this weekend in my travel trailer. gonna check it out for a few months and see how it goes.

[@sashamoore9691]

i love all of mohave county! its so gorgeous. i hope it stays quaint and not over run by captalistic interest

[@johnwillard6198]

Thanks❤ I'm heading down to escape Butte MT winter , I'll be in my mini van 😊 with my dog Piper , I appreciate your video ❤

[@ronmorgan4799]

Nice one of the hottest places in the summer........

[@AJ-jk6ui]

Thanks for this video. All week, I've been wondering what is Lake Havasu City like!

[@milt6208]

This time of year very very hot.

[@Dee.C]

My sister worked at the Nautical for many years . I have been there , the London Bridge is beautiful . Definitely hot and crowded over Labor Day Weekend.

[@bloomingbranch2985]

Great video. I love LHC

[@LakeHavasuH2o]

Great content on Arizona! 😎👍

[@charlesbadgero4454]

Stayed in Havasu City back in the 70’s when I worked at the Ford Proving Ground in nearby Kingman. Much different place. Played golf almost every morning at a course named Stonebridge (?,) Anyway, enjoyed the video, nice job.

[@marklouis1890]

Its been a minute since watching your content but I do love your informative videos. Keep it up

[@MagaGurl]

I love Lake Havasu I go there 3-4 times a year

[@hansnordlander2618]

Great video! Visited Lake Havasu 2018 beeing on vacation from Sweden. We had a great stay and i hope to come back to this lovely town.

[@CookinwithHilda]

My kids want to visit Sweden! We can’t wait for COVID-19 restrictions to finally finish so we can visit!!😀

[@hansnordlander2618]

@@CookinwithHilda You are welcome🙂

[@bquade70]

Haha, channels at about half capacity here... Come back spring break! Can't park your boat anywhere! 👍👍. Awesome vid.. Lake Havasu- ☀️ AZ. Yes I live there..... Here.

[@milt6208]

The bridge us where the old State Beach used to be and the old service station if that old to remember.

[@stevedalley]

On my way from New Zealand for 4th July Lake Havasu! 🇺🇸💥🎉🎆

[@CookinwithHilda]

Have fun!!😀 New Zealand is definitely in our list to visit one day too!! 🥰

[@alicehallam8247]

Many Canadian snowbirds in Havasu.

[@tc9992]

Crush it Steve! Havasu Rocks, Cheers!

[@sillyblind]

I live here, Topock, and just so you know we are at 120 f and up now. Looking for 126 today. My point is, please take care, hydrate, of yourselves. Hottest recorded temp in the world was from Needles. I live close to a place you gotta go hang for a afternoon... Google Oatman Arizona... Old mining town with more wild donkeys than people. Our whole area is over run with wild asses bred over from 19th century mining. Look up sitgreves pass, the valley to the east of the crest is pretty cool drive down. The lake is loud and crowded with Californians with nice, real nice boats, Laughlin is Vegas south. I like to think I live in the perfect area. Hot as all get out but awesome region of the country. Golden Shores/Topock, my home is right on Az 1 and 66 about thirty miles north on the river. Enjoy your visit.

[@lizzytan277]

Get ready....hot.....lots of sunblock, hydrate.....end up with alcohol poisoning.....must have a boat....to experience it.....channel is fun....fumes....dirty water....gets old after...... fun town....stay safe..no drinking drving.....send you to Las Vegas jail

[@BM0603]

Really enjoyed the video, good pacing too.

[@aqhasassy]

I’m in GA, thanks for the tour!

[@briancoughlin6732]

The jet boats were huge and powerful so many people have them i was amazed

[@soundsoftheeclipseproducti647]

Great video as always! We were there on April 23rd-24th to participate in a "Teach Kids How to Fish" event. Then, we had a chance to check out the shops and restaurants adjacent to the London Bridge (ate at the Blue Chair) and met with some friends at the Turtle Bar. Funny, I had the same fish and chips meal you showed in this video. Wondering if you were there at the same time.

[@CookinwithHilda]

Yes! Great video!! I also want to try that fish and chips now!!😀

[@getawaywithpam]

Watching from Las Vegas. Nice sunset in Havasu while driving 🤙

[@rosareyna5174]

I enjoyed the video thank you

[@lindawoody8501]

Bill Williams National Wildlife Refuge, Optimist Park (city park) and all the fun around the lake. A real playground spot for the whole family. I sure enjoyed our 2 night visit to Lake Havasu City. Gorgeous place with decent restaurants, fast food chains (El Pollo Loco for Mexican marinated roast chicken is a favorite of ours) and of course, the pretty lake.

[@TiffanyT-LaDolceVita]

I live here and love it! Shhhhh, don’t tell.

[@tc9992]

I'm tellin unless ya take me jetskiin! :)

[@TiffanyT-LaDolceVita]

@@tc9992 haha! Let’s go!

[@GeeTmbrTmby]

I can’t wait to move to AZ!

[@puppiesgoarf664]

Its going to become a ghost town if this drought keeps happening

[@SegoMan]

You notice all that greenery? Some of the places were greener than the headwaters of the Co river.

[@xevss_]

nahhhhh

[@karenclabaugh5416]

Now that was interesting. I had no idea that a sw state could have that much water. Definitely a bustling & crowded area. It did have a nice vibe to it!

[@kevcrid]

Lake Havasu is man made and was formed by the Parker Dam.

[@gigiis526]

There is also lake pleasant, bartlett, salt river ,and more smaller lakes up north.

[@DrunkenChefBbq]

Wassup Jeff. I was there in Havasu 2 weeks ago for my birthday. Had a great time with the family.

[@RCSVirginia]

When I think of Arizona's beach, I think of Puerto Penasco, Mexico. Having said that, Lake Havasu looks like it would be fun nowadays. I have not been there in years, and it may be time to check it out again.

[@rhondachristinethegirls2104]

When i think of havaeu beaches i scream bleach sanitize and clean that lake sinus infectuon waitimg to happen

[@xScooterAZx]

@@rhondachristinethegirls2104 Oh,you're one of those people.

[@briancoughlin6732]

I was just there i was boondocking for a couple days nice and warm

[@charliemoss6379]

I've been a local since 1988, I graduated high school in 92. This is a pretty good representation but there is a lot more!!!

[@kmoo3859]

BEEN THERE 100'S TIMES, NEAR THERE THE WEATHER'S SO CALM.. AN THEN SOME OTHER WEATHER ROLLS RITE BY , AN THER WIND TOO

[@alexfernandohuenten1374]

Awesome

[@niecek.6473]

Last time there we stayed a few nights at the Nautilus resort it was Christmas. Had a great time, they have bikes to ride around the Island. We own a piece of gravel there. 😁

[@tammyturbo2273]

Been living in LHC 35 years,and still love it, even though it grew to double in population. Great video!

[@daveelruiz9157]

Great video Job 💖🍀💫! Hello Tammy xx, How are you doing today? Its really nice having you on here.. I saw your profile on here and i think we definitely are on the same page on many levels. Trust, communication, loving, honoring, God-fearing, understanding, patience and respecting your partner. So crucial to provide balance. This is what creates such great chemistry between two people that are committed to one another. Yours Faithfully Mate 💕 From Grants Pass, Oregon

[@milt6208]

When I moved there when the City had less than 500 people. I lived in Havasu when it truly cool.

[@janniebee9501]

I love Arizona

[@josemonsivais1615]

Cool video Thank you

[@kjhuang]

I just discovered this channel and I'm hooked! I love your attention to detail and how you showed your route on a map. Also thank you for all the information about the different establishments you stopped by on the way; I'm marking them down for my own trip. I did pass through this area when I was driving from Tucson to Northern California back in 2010. I was driving through at night so I didn't get to really stop and experience the area. But I was driving on Highway 95 along the Colorado River at dusk, and the deepening dark blue sky was one of the most beautiful things I ever saw. I really want to do a trip out there and experience it for real! I was originally thinking of going in July 2021 but yeah, way too hot! What do you think is a good time of the year to go, when places aren't too overcrowded but aren't totally dead either?

[@kjhuang]

@Jan Brady Okay thanks! What is it like in April and May?

[@mchristr]

The problem with Lake Havasu City, beyond the unbelievable heat in the summer, is the above-ground power lines. The original planners didn't see the need to bury power/communication lines and it makes the views toward the lake unsightly. There's a reason modern neighborhoods put all this wiring/fiber underground.

[@waynemcclean1180]

Great work keep it up

[@SidewalkSurferPhotography]

Ayyy! It's great to see a vid showing off Havasu! And you picked a good time when the palo verdes are in bloom. If you ever have the chance you should really try Angelina's italian restaurant, it's on El Camino off of London Bridge road, it's really consistently good but you just have to make a reservation ahead of time or else you'll have to wait a long time.

[@reneepagano2631]

Angelinas is definitely awesome! Make reservations is the right advice.

[@ljspear8039]

All love my man...great video

[@dayadventureswithgasper]

Very nice informative video