Take a virtural trip on Lake Mohave and the Colorado river in this DesertUSA video. If you have never been to Laughlin you need to see this video before you pick a place to stay. Click Here
Location / Description
Laughlin is a small resort town on the banks of the Colorado located at the southern tip of Nevada 90 miles south of Las Vegas. It is the geographic meeting point of San Bernardino County, California, Mohave County, Arizona, and Clark County, Nevada.
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Population / Elevation
8,990 / 504 feet above sea level
Weather / Climate
This hot, dry region, where the Mojave Desert meets the Colorado River is known as the tri-state area,
Laughlin, Nevada - Monthly Climate Normals
Year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
High °F
86
64
70
76
84
93
104
108
106
96
88
74
63
Low °F
61
42
46
50
57
67
76
84
81
74
62
50
42
Avg °F
73
53
58
63
71
80
90
96
94
87
75
62
53
Rain
4.67
.48
.43
.46
.30
.08
.03
.37
.73
.53
.36
.43
.47
Accommodations
Hotels/Motels
There are hotels and motels in Laughlin, Nevada with something for every taste and price range. For more information and a complete list. Click Here.(Rates, availability and reservation online)
Lake Mohave Resort at Katherine Landing (928) 754-3245
RV parking at most major Hotels.
Davis Camp - Tent sites and RV and campers on the Arizona side of the river Bullhead City, Arizona.
Backcountry camping: Along the shores of Lake Mohave and along designated sites on unpaved roads.
History
Laughlin is located in Clark County Nevada, annexed in 1867 from the Arizona Territory by the State of Nevada as part of Lincoln County. Clark County was formed in 1909 when Lincoln County was divided. From a population of 3,321, growth in Clark County remained slow until the Great Depression when government projects such as Hoover Dam drew laborers to Southern Nevada.
Since its founding in 1966 when Don Laughlin opened the Riverside Casino, Laughlin has undergone phenomenal growth. In the late 1970s, a new surge in casino construction began dramatically increasing the population and transforming Laughlin from a small village into a bustling resort town. One casino and 10 hotel/casinos now attract many visitors from throughout the West. The bridge that spans the Colorado River between Bullhead City and Laughlin is used by nearly 40,000 residents and visitors daily.
The Flamingo Laughlin became the Aquarius in October 2006. Aquarius is the largest hotel and casino located in Laughlin. Harrahs at the south end of Laughlin has a beach on the river.
There is a new marina in Laughlin call Laughlin Bay Marina, it has a launch ramps and 110 boat slips. Great place to park your boat after crusing the river. They also have repair sevices and gas.|
June 30, July 4, 2007 Traditionally, these are 20-minute fireworks displays launched over the waters of the Colorado River, offered this year on June 30 and July 4th. Among the most spectacular displays in the West, these fireworks are choreographed to music on a high-fidelity sound system and broadcast on area radio stations. Free to the public with best viewing at the Laughlin resorts and casinos.
Viva Laughlin
October 6-9, 2007 This celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month is one of the largest fiestas of its kind featuring top Latin music artists, comedians, hot new acts, variety shows, celebrities, dancers and themed parties.
Laughlin International Rally and Motorsports Fest
Nov. 9-11, 2007 Veteran's Day weekend will bring excitement in the form motorsports events: The three-day FIA-listed International Rally USA competition and the two-day GPS Adventure Rally, which is open to the public. Headquarters for the International Rally is Ramada Express and the GPS Adventure Rally is headquartered at Harrah's Laughlin. The Pro-am Drifting Nationals are also held during the weekend, with top amateurs competitng for a coveted professional drifting license.
Laughlin Desert Challenge (Score Off Road Races)
January 24-27, 2008 Thursday evening Laughlin Events Site is home to the annual Laughlin Leap, where off-road vehicles and monster trucks compete for cash and bragging rights in a contest that sees these vehicles fly off a dirt embankment, leaping more than 100’ through the air. Saturday and Sunday Laughlin will host SCORE Desert Challenge Off-Road Races.
Laughlin River Stampede
March 27-30, 2008 This traditional rodeo is stop on PRCA’s Winter Tour. More than $200,000 in prize money assures that America’s top cowboys and cowgirls will be competing. Autograph sessions are held daily with many past and present world champions, along with Miss Rodeo America and Miss Rodeo Nevada can be met.
Laughlin River Run
April 23-27, 2008 Always held the last full weekend in April, there will be motorcycles as far as the eye can see! More than 50,000 bikers from all walks of life enjoy top-name entertainment, a poker run, displays, competitions - including awards for the best custom motorcycle in the bunch - and thousands of vendors in the West's largest ride-in bike rally.
Take a virtural trip on Lake Mohave and the Colorado river in this DesertUSA video. If you have never been to Laughlin you need to see this video before you pick a place to stay. Click Here
Off-Road in Southern California's deserts, check out our Mojave Road Guide (Starts off of RT 95) and The Bradshaw Trail. (near I-10) These hard to find guides will take you on a adventure though time.
Mojave National Preserve:The Desert Protection Act created the 1.4 million-acre Mojave National Preserve in the heart of California's Mojave Desert.
Big Bend State Recreation Area: The state of Nevada preserves this area along the banks of the Colorado River south of Laughlin.
Dead Mountains Wilderness Area: 48, 850 acres in the eastern Mojave Desert (BLM).
Havasu National Wildlife Refuge: Created for waterfowl, this is a wintering habitat for Snow Goose and other waterfowl.
Historic & Points of Interest
Oatman: Arizona townreenacts the Old West with staged gunfights in the middle of town.
Chloride, Arizona:Chloride has been served by both stage coaches and trains during its colorful history. The Chloride Post Office, also established in 1862, is the oldest continuously operating post office in the state of Arizona.
Grapevine Canyon: Many of the Indians gathered here for water and meetings. The signs on the rocks tell many stories of the past and give instructions on the local conditions.
Katherine Mine:Katherine's Landing takes it name from the decaying Katherine Mine, located northeast of the current Marina.
Davis Dam: Constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation downstream from Hoover Dam, it impounds Lake Mohave.
Fort Mohave Indian Reservation: 41, 884-acre home of the Mojave, noted for their basketry and beadwork.
Laughlin, Nevada
Since its founding in 1966 when Don Laughlin opened the Riverside Casino, Laughlin has undergone phenomenal growth. In the late 1970s, a new surge in casino construction began dramatically increasing the population and transforming Laughlin from a small village into a bustling resort town. One casino and 10 hotel/casinos now attract many visitors from throughout the West. The bridge that spans the Colorado River between Bullhead City and Laughlin is used by nearly 40,000 residents and visitors daily. 
home to the annual Laughlin Leap, where off-road vehicles and monster trucks compete for cash and bragging rights in a contest that sees these vehicles fly off a dirt embankment, leaping more than 100’ through the air. Saturday and Sunday Laughlin will host SCORE Desert Challenge Off-Road Races.
