La Paz County's Free and
Discounted Activities Directory

Historic Colorado River floodplain sanctuary for migratory waterfowl, sandhill cranes, and desert wildlife. Features a 3-mile auto-tour loop (ideal for visitors with limited stamina or mobility) and a flat 1-mile nature trail leading to an accessible elevated observation deck. Visitor center has ramped access and paved parking.

One of the last remaining native cottonwood-willow riparian forests along the lower Colorado River. Features an accessible visitor center overlook, paved parking, and a dedicated wheelchair-accessible boardwalk extending into the marsh for shaded, quiet bird observation.

Over 1,200 acres of protected wetlands and riparian habitat established by the Colorado River Indian Tribes. Features flat dirt and packed-gravel nature trails, accessible shaded picnic ramadas along the reconstructed backwater channel, and a native plant nursery.

Picturesque park along the Parker Strip of the Colorado River. Features level, paved walking routes along the water's edge, shaded day-use picnic lawns, an air-conditioned visitor center with interpretive displays, and barrier-free restrooms.

Dedicated to preserving the rich culture, history, and language of the four distinct tribes of the Colorado River Indian Reservation: the Mohave, Chemehuevi, Hopi, and Navajo. Displays authentic traditional pottery, beadwork, cradleboards, and historic photographs. Single-story building with flat, barrier-free access.

Preserves artifacts and pioneer stories documenting the construction of Parker Dam, early steamboat traffic on the Colorado River, and regional ranching history. Features accessible storefront street parking, smooth interior floors, and volunteer-led tours.

Housed in the original 1866 adobe stagecoach station built by Charles Tyson. Showcases regional gem and mineral collections, vintage mining equipment, desert assay office tools, and pioneer lifestyle exhibits. Ground-level entry with level gravel surrounding paths.

Historic pyramid stone monument dedicated to Hadji Ali ("Hi Jolly"), a Syrian camel caretaker hired by the U.S. Army during the experimental 1850s Camel Corps expedition. Level desert gravel pathway leading directly from the parking area to the commemorative plaque and quiet cemetery grounds.