b"Davis Damswimmers, and waterskiers. The lake has quite a Katherine Landing at Lake Mohave Marinafew introduced sport-fish species such as rainbow trout, large and smallmouth bass, and striped bass. The lakes waterHAVASU NATIONALis deep and clear which can makeWILDLIFE REFUGEfishing a challenge, so if you planCounted among the many gems that make to try your luck, consider low-lightBullhead City special is Havasu National Wildlife periods like dusk and dawn whenRefuge, a desert oasis in the literal sense of the fish are most active. NPS.gov/lake/ word. It was established with an Executive Order planyourvisit/lake-mohave.htm issued by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1941 to preserve migratory bird habitats on the middle isnt usually crowded, and most choose to enjoy itKATHERINE LANDING Colorado River. in the morning or afternoon.The end of the trailThis oasis located just minutes from Bullhead City will treat you to a great view of nearby Davis Dam.offers generous sunshine, sparkling blue water andThe 17,801-acre Havasu Wilderness designated 1555 S Casino Drive, Laughlin, 702-298-3321 white sandy beaches. Spend the day picnicking,in 1990 lies within the Havasu National Wildlife hiking or taking a boat out onto Lake Mohave. Refuge. The area abounds with wildlife. In DAVIS DAM Stay at the campground or lodge. Boat and the gorge, bighorn sheep are a common sight. Davis Dam is located on the Colorado Riverother equipment rentals are available on site. Observant hikers and boaters, especially during between Arizona and Nevada. It is about 70 miles2690 Katherine Drive, KatherineLanding.com early morning hours, will often see coyotes, downstream from Hoover Dam. The structurebobcats, foxes, and porcupines. The endangered itself is massive. The park is on the downriverdesert tortoise as well as Gila monsters, lizards, and side of the dam and includes shaded picnic areas,a variety of snakes inhabit the area.barbeque grills, showers, and restrooms. The riversLake Mohavecurrent can be strong at times depending on theThe refuge office located at 317 Mesquite Avenue flow through the dam, so be cautious if you decideis in Needles, California. On holidays, after to rent a watercraft or heavy-duty inner tube.hours, or on weekends and holidays, a self-serve Theres a relatively inexpensive park fee, so roundkiosk with pertinent brochures is in front of the up some burgers, buns, and a cooler full of coldadministrative office. Ranger-guided tours in beverages and make a day of it. USBR.gov Havasu National Wildlife Refuge are offered on the second Tuesday of each month, from October LAKE MOHAVE thru April. This is an excellent opportunity to learn Another of the areas magnets to sportsmen andabout the plants and animals in the refuge, and outdoor enthusiasts is Lake Mohave, which liesconservation efforts. The tours begin at the North in the canyon between Hoover and Davis dams.Dike parking lot. FWS.gov/refuge/havasuAt nearly 70 miles long, 4 miles across, and 700 feet deep in areas, the majority of Lake Mohave's length lies within the steep, narrow walls of Black, Eldorado, Painted, and Pyramid canyons. Its an impressive sight. The lake is inside the Lake Mead National Recreation area and consists of three primary recreation areas that are favorites for fishermen, scuba divers, ArizonaRealCountry.com July 2022 25"