Topock Gorge - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Topock Gorge

Topock Gorge is a mountainous canyon and gorge section of the Colorado River located between Interstate 40 and Lake Havasu. The natural landmarks and river crossing by them were one of the journey markers for travelers on historic Route 66. It is within the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge, managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. It features natural habitat, wildlife, scenic preservation, and archeology. Mojave people Indian petroglyphs are in the Gorge.

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Lake Havasu State Park

Lake Havasu State Park

20.71km from Topock Gorge

This is an ideal place to enjoy beautiful beaches, nature trails, boat ramps, and convenient campsites. It is located on the shores of Lake Havasu, and features clean white sand beaches and a large grassy area. Picnic tables, grills and shade covers make this the perfect site to spend the day. The park offers panoramic views of the lake and mountains beyond.

London Bridge

London Bridge

23.28km from Topock Gorge

London Bridge is a bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. It was originally built in the 1830s and formerly spanned the River Thames in London, England. In 1968, the bridge was purchased from the City of London by Robert P. McCulloch.

London Bridge Beach

London Bridge Beach

23.65km from Topock Gorge

The London Bridge Beach is a very pleasant most enjoyable beach and park. It is one of the iconic attraction just over the London bridge and is suitable for all ages.

Havasu National Wildlife Refuge

Havasu National Wildlife Refuge

24.69km from Topock Gorge

The National Wildlife Refuge System is a series of lands and waters owned and managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Wildlife conservation is at the heart of the refuge system. It is a birding hotspot with 318 bird species relying on the diverse habitat.

Crossman Peak

Crossman Peak

27.48km from Topock Gorge

Crossman Peak is the Mohave Mountain range's highpoint and is located near Lake Havasu City in western Arizona. Even though the summit elevation is modest by Arizona standards, the elevation of nearby Lake Havasu is only 450 feet, so Crossman Peak rises an impressive 4,500 feet from the lake.

Warm Springs Wilderness

Warm Springs Wilderness

30.78km from Topock Gorge

The 112,400-acre Warm Springs Wilderness is located in Mohave County. It makes up the entirety of the Black Mesa and parts of the surrounding foothills, washes, alluvial fans, and valleys. The Black Mesa is the southernmost section of the Black Mountains of western Mohave County, in northwest Arizona. The region is in the east and southeast of the Mojave Desert of Arizona, southern Nevada, and California.

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Mohave County

Mohave County

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Mohave County is in the northwestern corner of the U.S. state of Arizona. It contains parts of Grand Canyon National Park and Lake Mead National Recreation Area and all of the Grand Canyon–Parashant National Monument. The Kaibab, Fort Mojave and Hualapai Indian Reservations also lie within the county.

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