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Best Beaches in Arizona: Lake Havasu Beaches & Swimming

You’d think that in a landlocked state like Arizona, the situation would be grim for beach lovers. Not so! Lake Havasu (also known as Arizona’s West Coast) serves up a supreme experience for beaches in Arizona: beautiful sandy lake beaches and clean, clear, fresh water that’s comfortable for swimming most of the year. With few or no waves, visitors come from Phoenix, California, and all over the Southwest to cool off when summer temperatures soar.

Lake Havasu's beaches are the perfect hangout spots for families – you can truly relax in the warm sand without worrying about dangerous fish or riptide currents. If you're a boater, pristine private beaches are plentiful and perfect 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 - and it's also the law! Unlike the ocean, this freshwater lake has no sharks, jellyfish, piranha, or any species of wildlife that make swimming undesirable; just beautiful, open water surrounded by the best beaches in Arizona. Water temperatures range throughout the year, so plan and dress accordingly. Averages of Lake Havasu water and air temperatures are:

MonthAvg. Water
Temp. (°F)
Avg. High Air
Temp. (°F)
Avg. Low Air
Temp. (°F)
Average Air & Water Temperatures
January506444
February537047
March607752
April638559
May709669
June7510577
July8310985
August8710884
September7910175
October668862
November627451
December596343
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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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.

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London Bridge Beach

1340 McCulloch Blvd. (entrance at the corner of McCulloch Blvd. and Beachcomber Blvd.)
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, two playgrounds, picnic tables, barbecues, and more.

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Lake Havasu State Park

928-855-2784 | azstateparks.com

This beachfront state park offers white-sand beaches, picnic tables, grills, ramadas, and hiking trails, as well as RV and tent camping and four launch ramps, with one specifically dedicated to personal watercraft.

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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’...

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Indoor Waterparks, Pools & More: Aquatic Center
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Indoor Waterparks, Pools & More: Aquatic Center

In addition to outdoor swimming in the lake and enjoying the best beaches in Arizona, the Aquatic Center at the C.V. Wood Community Center offers indoor swimming with a splash pool and waterslide for families with young children, a lap pool for all ages, and both youth and adult swim lessons.


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