Play golf at the Needles Municipal Golf Course, a professional 18-hole course
which overlooks the beautiful Colorado River. Some of the features include a driving
range, rental carts, pro shop and professional golf lessons at a very reasonable rate.
Telephone 760 326 3931
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 strippers that
are found here in the spring. For boat, tubes, kneeboards or ski rentals, contact Park
Moabi Marina. Telephone 760 326 4777. For canoe trips or rentals, contact Jerkwater Canoes.
Telephone 520 768 7753.
The Needles Municipal Aquatics Center attracts many participants in the spring,
summer and early fall with its unlimited use of the waterslide, main pool and kiddy play
area that features a wading pool with a fountain geyser, rain forest and fog trees.
Telephone 760 326 3866.
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 520 680 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-inspiring. 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 760 326 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 760 389 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."
The Needles Regional Museum has just opened their doors. Located at 929 Front
St., it contains memorabilia from throughout our colorful history. Their hours are 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Telephone 760 326 5678
For more information, visit or call the Needles Chamber of Commerce.
Telephone 760 326 2050
Public Lands: Bureau of Land Management
- over 3 million acres of public lands surrounding the Mojave
National Preserve. Diverse desert environment and the home of over 200 miles of Route
66.
