Cattail Cove State Park, State park in Mohave County, Arizona.
Cattail Cove State Park is an Arizona state park on the shore of Lake Havasu, reached from Arizona State Route 95 about 19 miles from Lake Havasu City and 8 miles from Parker Strip. The park covers sandy shoreline, desert hills and several water access points, with 61 campsites with water and electricity hookups, boat ramps and beach facilities for day visitors and overnight stays.
Cattail Cove State Park lies on the shore of Lake Havasu, the reservoir formed on the Colorado River by Parker Dam. The park sits along Arizona State Route 95 in far southern Mohave County, about 19 miles from Lake Havasu City and 8 miles from Parker Strip. It is public land managed by Arizona State Parks for recreation.
The park's name refers to the cattails growing in the shallow coves of Lake Havasu's shoreline. These marsh plants mark the water's edge and form habitat zones visitors can see while walking the shore or paddling past. The lake itself was created by Parker Dam on the Colorado River.
The park lies on Arizona State Route 95, about 19 miles from Lake Havasu City and 8 miles from Parker Strip, so it is reached by road. Boat ramps give access to Lake Havasu. The shoreline and desert hills offer little natural shade, so bring water and sun protection.
The park features specialized boat-in camping spots along the shoreline where visitors can anchor their vessels and set up camp directly on secluded beaches. This experience is uncommon in the region and offers a completely different way to explore the area.
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