Explore Laughlin, the Gem on the Colorado River, for an Outdoor Getaway
Situated on the beautiful Colorado River and surrounded by mountain ranges, Laughlin, Nevada is more than glittering lights in the desert. This destination, a short 90-minute drive from Las Vegas, offers adventures and experiences in the great outdoors, including hiking, camping, water sports, birdwatching, and dining al fresco. Summertime is here with highs up to 110 to the low-70s, perfect for river activities, swimming, and enjoying the warm evening temperatures.
Enjoy the great outdoors during a memorable Southern Nevada getaway in Laughlin.
Play under the blue skies.
Laughlin Slingshot Tours
220 Tours customizes Polaris Slingshot rentals to create the dream tour on your bucket list. Start by revving your engine in Laughlin and cruising Historic Route 66 over 150 miles of open road. Next, drive around Arizona Black Mountain through Sitgreaves Pass and roll into historic Oatman, Arizona, maintaining its Main Street from the early 1900s. Continue to the famous Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Eldorado Canyon. Pair your Slingshot rental with a boat ride, fishing or dining for the entire package.
Laughlin Ranch Golf Club
Ready to tee off? The Laughlin Ranch Golf Club offers first-class golf in a picturesque setting. This beautiful golf course, a short drive from the Laughlin Resort Strip, features one of the best golf courses in Arizona across the river. Golf instruction is available on 40 acres of professionally maintained practice tees, bunkers, traps and fairways with top instructors.
OUI Experience
OUI Experience offers the thrill of driving one of the 1,000cc UTVs off road through the Mohave Desert, Lake Mohave, and several abandoned mines around Katherine Mine. Imagine being in the desert, sensing the different sights, sounds, and scents of the desert. Capture (in a photo) animals in their natural habitat or the stunning Lake Mohave. Located 45 minutes away from Laughlin, experience tranquility in the vastness in the middle of the desert. Feel the wind racing along the trails and experiencing another side of Laughlin.
Culinary Al Fresco
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
- Golden Nugget Laughlin
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. became an American classic in the movie Forest Gump, and the Laughlin restaurant serves Southern-style comfort food on a balcony overlooking the Colorado River. Indulge in Shrimper’s Net Catch and other culinary delights under blue skies while watching the river flow by with boats and other water adventurers. At night, the stars shine brightly as the evening fun, food, and drink continue in the warm outdoors.
Brew Brothers Tap House
- Tropicana Laughlin
Brew Brothers Tap House features delicious beers on 16 taps and a large selection of classic American dishes to be enjoyed on an outdoor patio surrounded by desert beauty. So kick back and pair a beer with appetizers, burgers, wings, nachos or pizza. Roasted Brussels sprouts are made with onion, bacon and balsamic vinegar for sharing. Cindy’s Chicken Apple Salad combines mixed greens, grilled chicken breast, apples, blue cheese crumbles, candied pecans and croutons for a lighter option.
A River Runs Through Laughlin
Laughlin River Tours
Unforgettable views while cruising down the Colorado River at sunset enhance the scene for a romantic dinner, celebration and evening adventure on the River Boat Dining Tour by Laughlin River Tours. Its menu, featuring fresh caught fish and other selections, including chicken, prime rib of beef and a daily vegan special, satisfies all palates. Indoor (with air conditioning) and outdoor seating with a full-service bar and beautiful surroundings add to the luxury of cruising on the river.
Desert River Outfitters
Enjoy desert paddling at its finest with a tour from Davis Dam to Rotary Park, a diverse exploration following the Colorado River Heritage Trail. It begins at historic Davis Camp, winds past Laughlin, and then leisurely paddles through Bullhead City and the Laughlin Lagoon area. Discover various waterfowl, reptiles and other wildlife. At stops, explore, relax and enjoy a picnic on the beach. This trip is excellent for beginning paddlers of all ages so bring the family.
Watercraft Adventures rents watercraft and boats launching from various convenient locations in Laughlin, all with private beach access on the Colorado River. In business for over 29 years, each rental includes equipment and safety instructions. First-time and experienced riders treasure the speed and adventure on the river.
Ready to experience the great outdoors in Laughlin? Whether it is adventures on land, escapades on water, a round of golf, and dining Al Fresco, VisitLaughlin.com is the first stop to plan an outdoor getaway destination.
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