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Parker Dam Road

Parker Dam Road

• California
Length 11 mi / 17.7 km
Time to Allow 1 hour
Fees

No day use fees, except for a $3 use fee at Empire Landing, as of October 2006

History, prehistory, nature and recreation come together along Parker Dam s 11 miles along the California/Arizona border near Lake Havasu. Camp, boat, and hike near the Colorado River, or enjoy rock hounding, photography, and wildlife viewing in a spectacular desert setting. Along the route, You ll find plenty of opportunities to drive off-highway vehicles, but the road itself is accessible by passenger cars.

Parker Dam Road s unique juxtaposition of cool river and stark desert terrain makes it a unique and fulfilling visit. Visit the Lake Havasu BLM Field Office before you hit the road to fully enjoy the Colorado River and its surrounding amenities.