Campground Overview:
Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area situated on the shores of the Colorado River at Nevada’s southern tip, includes about two miles of sandy shoreline. Because the park is downstream from Davis Dam, the river is clear and cool year round. Popular activities are camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and bird watching. The variety of waterfowl and shore birds that make this park home include mallards, coots, herons and geese. Hawks, roadrunners, quail, hummingbirds, doves and owls are also abundant in the park. The nearby town of Laughlin offers the amenities of a Nevada gaming town.
Campsites:
Big Bend boasts a 24-unit campground and all sites are designed to accommodate RVs with hook-ups for water, electric and sewer. In addition, most of the sites have pull-through parking pads that can accommodate any size RV. The sites also have a tent pad, a shade ramada, barbecue grill and fire pit. Three of the sites are ADA equipped and available for those visitors with the proper ADA permit. Other amenities include restroom and shower facilities. Camping is limited to 14 days in a 30-day period.
Campground at a Glance
Level: |
Developed |
Season: |
Year-Round |
Nearby City: |
Bullhead City/ Laughlin, NV |
Fishing: |
Colorado River |
Campground Website: |
Big Bend of the Colorado State Rec Area |
Campground Map: |
Click Here |
Reservations: |
First-come, first-served basis: (702) 298-1859 |
Location: |
Nearby Attractions and Activities:
The Colorado River is the main attraction in the park. Because the park is located just downstream of Davis Dam, the river is clear and cool year round. Although the park has approximately two miles of shoreline and riparian areas, the majority of the park is comprised of canyons and washes. The area is rich with beautiful rock formations and scenic viewpoints.
The river attracts a variety of waterfowl and shore birds including mallards, coots, herons and geese. Hawks, roadrunners, quail, hummingbirds, doves and owls are also abundant in the park. Common animals include cottontail, fox, raccoon, beaver, muskrat, coyote and an occasional bobcat or bighorn sheep. Several species of lizards and snakes inhabit the park, along with an occasional turtle by the river.
While summer temperatures can soar to 120˚F and above, spring and fall temperatures are usually very comfortable. Winters are very mild, with temperatures rarely dipping below freezing. Precipitation is infrequent but can cause flash floods in the area.
Laughlin, NV – Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area is located just down the road from the Casino town of Laughlin, NV. A handful of Casinos line the Nevada side of the Colorado river and provide all the typical amenities that come with them.
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