Boat-In Campground

Shea Road Spectator Area

1785 Kiowa Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86403, USA

Nestled along the sun-kissed banks of the Lower Colorado River, this intimate campground offers an authentic desert camping experience where adventure meets tranquility. Each campsite comes equipped with picnic tables and grills, perfect for sunset dinners after a day of exploration. Whether you're casting a line into the river's flowing waters, navigating the waterways by boat, or conquering the surrounding terrain on your off-road vehicle, this hidden gem serves as your gateway to endless outdoor pursuits in the heart of the American Southwest.

River Island

Picture yourself camping where the Colorado River carves through Arizona's desert landscape—37 sites at River Island State Park's Main Campground put you right on the water's edge. From sandy beach tent spots to RV sites with river views, you'll have a sheltered cove for swimming, shaded ramadas for lazy afternoons, and a boat launch that opens up miles of waterway to explore.

Buckskin Mountain

Wake up to sunrise over the Colorado River at Buckskin Mountain State Park's premier riverside campground. Whether you're pulling in with an RV or pitching a tent, you'll find well-equipped sites with water, 30-amp electric hookups, and classic camping amenities like picnic tables, BBQ grills, and fire rings—with 15 sites offering the added convenience of sewer connections. It's the perfect basecamp for paddlers, anglers, and anyone who wants to fall asleep to the sound of flowing water.

Lake Havasu Field Office, 1785 Kiowa Avenue, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86403, USA

Escape the crowds and discover your own private paradise at Lake Havasu's Shoreline Sites, where 73 secluded campsites await adventurous souls willing to journey by boat. Scattered like hidden gems across 20 miles of pristine Arizona shoreline, these boat-access-only sanctuaries offer the perfect blend of solitude and comfort. Each site comes equipped with essential amenities including picnic tables for lakeside dining, barbecue grills for sunset cookouts, and convenient trash receptacles. Most locations feature restrooms and welcome shade structures that provide relief from the desert sun. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis, these coveted spots invite both overnight campers and day-use visitors to claim their piece of waterfront paradise for up to 14 days at a time.

Cattail Cove

When it comes to epic beauty and dramatic diversity, no state compares to Arizona. Our trails are your key to unlocking a treasure chest of scenic wonders.

Lake Havasu

When the main campground fills up, Overflow Campground at Lake Havasu State Park offers a convenient backup option that keeps you close to all the lakeside action. These open, no-frills sites provide a practical base camp for water enthusiasts who want quick access to the beaches and day-use areas without the landscaping of the main campground.

Lake Havasu

Picture yourself stepping out of a comfortable, air-conditioned cabin onto your private patio, morning coffee in hand, as the sun glimmers across Lake Havasu just steps away. These two- to three-room cabins blend the comfort of home with the adventure of camping—complete with beds, climate control, BBQ grills, picnic tables, and fire rings for sunset s'mores.

Craggy Wash Dispersed Camping Area

Lake Havasu Field Office, 1785 Kiowa Avenue, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86403, USA

Escape the crowds and discover your own private paradise at Lake Havasu's Shoreline Sites, where 73 secluded campsites await adventurous souls willing to journey by boat. Scattered like hidden gems across 20 miles of pristine Arizona shoreline, these boat-access-only sanctuaries offer the perfect blend of solitude and comfort. Each site comes equipped with essential amenities including picnic tables for lakeside dining, barbecue grills for sunset cookouts, and convenient trash receptacles. Most locations feature restrooms and welcome shade structures that provide relief from the desert sun. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis, these coveted spots invite both overnight campers and day-use visitors to claim their piece of waterfront paradise for up to 14 days at a time.

Lake Havasu

When the main campground fills up, Overflow Campground at Lake Havasu State Park offers a convenient backup option that keeps you close to all the lakeside action. These open, no-frills sites provide a practical base camp for water enthusiasts who want quick access to the beaches and day-use areas without the landscaping of the main campground.

Lake Havasu

Picture yourself stepping out of a comfortable, air-conditioned cabin onto your private patio, morning coffee in hand, as the sun glimmers across Lake Havasu just steps away. These two- to three-room cabins blend the comfort of home with the adventure of camping—complete with beds, climate control, BBQ grills, picnic tables, and fire rings for sunset s'mores.

River Island

Picture yourself camping where the Colorado River carves through Arizona's desert landscape—37 sites at River Island State Park's Main Campground put you right on the water's edge. From sandy beach tent spots to RV sites with river views, you'll have a sheltered cove for swimming, shaded ramadas for lazy afternoons, and a boat launch that opens up miles of waterway to explore.