Things To Do

The Colorado River, in the Needles area, provides some of the finest boating and water skiing anywhere. With a current of 4 to 8 miles an hour, wakes disappear rapidly, leaving the smooth, "glass" that all water skiers are looking for. Fishermen will love our hefty rainbow trout, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass and stripers that are found here in the spring. For boat, tubes, kneeboards or ski rentals, contact Park Moabi Marina. Telephone 619 326 4777. For canoe trips or rentals, contact Jerkwater Canoes.
Telephone 602 768 7753.

Give Outback Off-Road Adventures, Inc. a call for an unforgettable experience. Four different 4-wheel Drive Desert Tours into the Lake Havasu's Outback are available. Great for young and old alike!
Telephone 602 680 6151.

Oatman, Arizona is located just a beautiful scenic 45 minutes drive northeast of Needles. Oatman merchants have endeavored to keep this famous gold mining center as authentic as possible. Step back in time, enjoy the burros that walk freely throughout the town and the mock old west gunfights that are featured, while browsing and watching for the perfect antique that you cannot go home without!

By boat or canoe, Topock Gorge and Havasu Wildlife Refuge, can provide many hours of enjoyment for visitors from all parts of the country. Topock Gorge is located just 17 miles south of Needles and is awe-inspiriing. Gaze at rock formations in the ravine. Lava rock pinnacles, "totem" and arches are everywhere. There are ancient heiroglyphics on the gorge's beautiful walls. Havasu Wildlife Refuge is located between Needles and Lake Havasu City along the river. Cattail, mesquite and arrowhead beautify the marsh and provide habitat for doves, quail, beaver and other wildlife.
Telephone 619 326 3853

Mitchell Caverns are located in the Providence Mountains about 60 miles west of Needles. These caverns are limestone caves that feature stalactites, stalagmites, flow-stone and other formations of interest. Cavern tours, lasting a little more than an hour, are available. The caverns are closed to visitors between June 16 and September 15th.
Telephone 619 389 2881

Grapevine Canyon consists of Indian petroglyphs on sheer cliff walls in a canyon with year round streams. Just a short drive up Hwy 163 from Laughlin, turn at Christmas Tree Pass, then at the Grapevine Canyon sign to the parking area. A short hike is required.

Visit the Mystic Maze, a National Wildlife Refuge Systems Archaeological Site, located about 10 miles south of Needles of I-40. Precise arrangements of rocks have led some people to believe that this was an ancient agricultural project, but experts have said "no."