Lifestyle

Under bright blue Arizona skies and more than 300 days of sunshine each year, the River Cities and Arizona’s West Coast offer an idyllic home. Sparkling lakes and the mighty Colorado River ensure some of the finest water in the entire West for fishing, skiing, boating, sailing, yachting, jet skiing, wave-running, and swimming. Magnificent casino hotels combine with luxurious resorts like the Nautical Inn to offer a world of entertainment options.

While outdoor activities are dominated by water sports in this water-oriented environment, every imaginable type of sport and adventure is possible. Hiking, mountain biking, bicycle touring, fishing, camping, golfing, tennis, off-roading, rock climbing, parasailing, hot air balloon riding, spelunking, and horseback riding are just a few of the virtually endless options. Vast parks and preserves that span desert and forested environments are well-maintained by federal, state, county, and municipal agencies to ensure pristine settings for nature study and pure enjoyment.

Historic attractions range from fine museums like the Mohave Museum of History and Arts to the longest original stretch of historic Route 66 in Kingman and fascinating ghost towns. London Bridge and English Village in Lake Havasu City make it possible to feel like you are visiting England without ever leaving the United States. Intimate performing arts centers feature special events and exciting series that bring the excitement of New York productions to the stages of Lake Havasu City. National headliners share the limelight with talented local organizations from musical and choral groups to dance. Wonderful restaurants, quaint shops, fine art galleries, charming village districts, and major shopping centers bring the advantages of a “big city” to the area’s welcoming communities. Rodeos, water-sport championship events, and classic car shows combine with colorful festivals and celebrations to bring family, friends, and neighbors together frequently.

The fast-growing River Cities provide a pleasing mix of housing opportunities, whether your dream is renovating an historic property or building a custom home on a multi-acre site. New subdivisions, upscale enclaves, handsome ranch-style homes, horse properties, and cozy bungalows in the heart of a small town are just a few of the options. Regardless of where you settle along Arizona’s West Coast, the warmth and friendliness of your new neighbors will help you to feel immediately at home.