Bullhead City

Travel Guide

Oatman featuring street scenes and desert views
Photo provided by Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce
Photo provided by Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce
Photo provided by Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce
Photo provided by Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce

Located along the banks of the Colorado River, this historic Arizonan oasis offers year-round water sports, golf and good times.

Outdoor sports, scenic drives, festivals and nightlife beckon visitors to Bullhead City. Built by river traders in the area of an earlier Mojave settlement, the city is named for a riverside landmark rock resembling the head of a bull. The area is a perfect base from which to explore the Colorado River, Lake Mohave and the Mojave Desert, historic mining towns and the casinos of neighboring Laughlin, Nevada.  

Year-round sunshine makes Bullhead City a popular destination for lovers of outdoor recreation. Near the mouth of the Riviera Marina is the Arizona Veterans Memorial Park, a large grassy area where you’ll find the names of 3,000 Arizona citizens lost in wars over the last 100 years. Continue along the riverside walking trails to enjoy the network of picnic areas and beaches.

Board a jet boat for the wild ride downstream to Lake Havasu, stopping along the way to admire centuries-old petroglyphs and the London Bridge, which was dismantled and shipped from London and rebuilt here. Head upstream to Davis Dam, where Lake Mohave offers swimming, kayaking, waterskiing and fishing. Nearby at the Colorado River Museum, study displays on local history and Native American artifacts.

Bullhead’s weather makes it a perfect destination for golfers. Tee off at Chaparral Golf and Country Club or make the short drive south to Desert Lakes Golf Course. 

The Bullhead region is filled with historic towns and sites. Visit the Gold Road Mine, which has been in operation for over a century. Kids will enjoy the Wild West town of Oatman where gunfights are re-created in the streets and tame burros roam free.

Bullhead City hosts several festivals. Enjoy live music during February’s Colorado River Bluegrass Festival and watch kayak races or join the floating fun during August’s Bullhead City River Regatta. For a big night out, cross the river by water taxi to Laughlin, in Nevada, where you’ll find 10 casinos offering 24-hour bars, dining and entertainment.

Fly in to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport. Renting a car is the best way to explore the surrounding Arizona scenery.

Where to stay in Bullhead City

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Sunridge Estates

When in Sunridge Estates, you can plan a visit to Casino at Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort and Riverside Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sunridge Estates
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Holiday Shores

Holiday Shores might not have many top sights, but Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area and Harrah's Laughlin Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holiday Shores
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Laughlin Ranch

Laughlin Ranch might not have many top sights, but Laughlin Ranch Golf Club and Harrah's Laughlin Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Laughlin Ranch
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The Legends

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Legends and surrounding area, you can visit Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Edgewater Casino.

The Legends
Lodge on the River

Lodge on the River

2 out of 5
1717 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ
The price is P2,617 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P2,617
P3,579 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bullhead City. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Lodge on the River
Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City

Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City

2.5 out of 5
1126 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ
The price is P3,066 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P3,066
P3,388 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Bullhead City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
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Days Inn by Wyndham Bullhead City
Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bullhead City. Enjoy free parking, a pool table, and balconies. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Casino at Don ...
Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View
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Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bullhead City. Enjoy free parking, a pool table, and balconies. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Casino at Don ...
Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View
Walk to Colorado River: Family Home w/ Yard!

Walk to Colorado River: Family Home w/ Yard!

3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Tropicana Casino Laughlin are located nearby.
Walk to Colorado River: Family Home w/ Yard!
4 Mi to Casinos: Mtn-view Home in Bullhead City!

4 Mi to Casinos: Mtn-view Home in Bullhead City!

3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bullhead City. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Casino at Don Laughlin's ...
4 Mi to Casinos: Mtn-view Home in Bullhead City!
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