Parker Arizona. Water Recreation Paradise
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Why Visit Parker Arizona
Parker is a popular Colorado River destination in western Arizona known for boating, fishing, warm weather, and easy access to riverfront recreation. Located near the California border, Parker attracts vacationers looking for water sports, sandy beaches, desert scenery, RV parks, and a relaxed small-town atmosphere. The town also serves as a gateway to nearby lakes, river resorts, and scenic drives across the Sonoran Desert.
Colorado River Activities in Parker AZ
Visitors to Parker enjoy year-round outdoor fun including boating on the Colorado River, fishing for bass and catfish, jet skiing, kayaking, swimming, and riverside camping. The surrounding desert offers ATV riding, hiking, birdwatching, and winter sunshine that draws seasonal visitors. Parker is also close to casino entertainment, golf courses, and day trips to nearby lake recreation areas.
Parker Arizona is down river from Lake Havasu City and about 160 miles west of Phoenix. Nearby Parker is River Island State Park which conveniently provides campsites, picnic areas and boat launches.
Best Things To Do Near Parker Arizona
- Boat, swim, and relax on the Colorado River
- Visit Lake Havasu area attractions
- Fish for bass, catfish, and panfish in river backwaters
- Explore off-road desert trails by ATV or UTV
- Camp or stay at riverfront RV resorts
- Visit BlueWater Resort & Casino
- Launch a boat at nearby marinas and parks
- Take a scenic drive toward Quartzsite or Lake Havasu City
- Enjoy winter sunshine and snowbird activities
- Watch desert sunsets over the river valley
Fine accommodations are available in Parker including hotels, motels, riverfront resorts and RV parks. We recommend our Best Choice Parker area connections to services that will make your visit more enjoyable.
Parker AZ. Hotels, Resorts, Rentals and Real Estate
The Parker Strip in Parker Arizona. A 16-mile, water lover’s paradise on the Colorado River between Arizona and California. Created between Parker Dam, the world’s deepest dam and Headgate Rock Dam, this boating capital of the Southwest offers as much water fun as you can handle. Jet ski, water skiing, canoeing, camping and great fishing. And when you get hungry, just pull-up to the many waterfront establishments.
Along The Colorado River
Colorado River Lakes
Lake Powell
Lake Mead
Lake Mohave
Lake Havasu
