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Arizona's Best Beaches

With over 400 miles of shoreline straddling the clear turquoise waters of Lake Havasu, you don't have to be on the coast to enjoy the beach life. 

lake havasu state park beachArizona has its own white sand beach: 2.5 miles of shoreline at Lake Havasu State Park. Photo credit: dconvertini/Flickr

You'd think that in a landlocked, desert-heavy state like Arizona, the situation would be grim for beach lovers. Yet Lake Havasu City, the Playground of Arizona's West Coast, has beautiful sandy lake beaches that are comfortable for swimming most of the year.

beach at lake havasu state parkRelaxing on the beach at the Bridgewater Channel

Lake Havasu City has great beaches—ocean not required

Lake Havasu's beaches are the perfect worry-free hangout spots for families to relax on warm sand, or in refreshing clear blue-green waters with few or no waves. Unlike the ocean, this clean freshwater lake has no riptide currents or dangerous aquatic species to worry about—just beautiful, open water surrounded by 400 miles of stunning coastline.

family on beach lake havasuCreate lasting memories on Lake Havasu's family-friendly beaches

Visitors come from Phoenix, California and all over the Southwest to cool off when summer temperatures soar. If you're a boater, pristine private beaches are plentiful for a picnic or sunbathing in solitude.

Nearly every part of Lake Havasu is swimmable except the Bridgewater Channel, but that doesn't mean you can't get wet. Wading in the channel and staying near the shore is fine! However, swimming across the channel at any time is illegal due to the safety issues that come with swimmers and moving boats.

Water temperatures range throughout the year, so plan and dress accordingly.

Average Lake Havasu water and air temperatures

Month  Avg Low Air Temp(°F) Avg High Air Temp (°F) Avg Water Temp (°F)
Average Air & Water Temperatures
January 44 64 50
February 47 70 53
March 52 77 60
April 59 85 63
May 69 96 70
June 77 105 75
July 85 109 83
August 84 108 87
September 75 101 79
October 62 88 66
November 51 74 62
December 43 63 59
Source: www.usclimatedata.com

Did you know? Lake Havasu City holds the all-time high temperature record in Arizona history with 128° recorded on June 29, 1994, and the city was covered in snowSnow at the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, photo credit Jillian Danielson Photography on December 31, 2014!

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Aquatic Center Indoor Waterpark

100 Park Ave
928.453.8686 | lhcaz.gov
Lifeguard-patrolled and temperature-regulated, the Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center is the perfect change of pace from the lake. Kids can cool down in the big wave pool, slip down the slide or play outside on the water park.
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Boat-In Beaches & Campsites

Lake Havasu has many beautiful boat-in beaches and beach campsites accessible only by boat. Take in the sights of Lake Havasu on your own private beach, whether it's for a day, an adventurous weekend or longer! Discover the boat-in beaches and campsites for you to pull up your boat and get as close as you can to the shoreline areas, hiking trails and other natural wonders of our desert oasis.
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Lake Havasu State Park

699 London Bridge Rd
928.855.2784 | azstateparks.com
This beachfront state park offers white-sand beaches, picnic tables, grills, ramadas, and hiking trails, as well as RV, tent and cabin camping. Five boat launch ramps are available for all watercraft users to enjoy the Colorado River.
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London Bridge Beach

1340 McCulloch Blvd N
928.453.8686 | lhcaz.gov
Located along the famous Bridgewater Channel, pet-friendly London Bridge Beach features a community stage, fully enclosed dog park, basketball and sand volleyball courts, 12 ramadas, 2 playgrounds, picnic tables, barbecues, ramadas and more.
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Rotary Community Park

1400 Smoketree Ave
928.453.8686 | lhcaz.gov
The city's largest waterfront public beach and park, easily accessible by boat or vehicle. Amenities in the 40-acre park include picnic areas, barbecues, playgrounds, beach volleyball courts, ball fields, bocce ball courts, restrooms, a walking path, exercise stations, skate park, and more.