Facility Activities

Havasu National Wildlife Refuge offers several wildlife-related activities. From boating to fishing to hunting, there is something for everyone! 

Hunting

From ducks and geese in wetlands to desert bighorn on canyon rims, Havasu National Wildlife Refuge is known for its variety of hunting opportunities. One such opportunity is for Gambel's quail in the upland areas between the river and canyon rims. In a good year, large coveys are abundant and...

Boating - motorized

Boating in the Topock Gorge

Motorized boat operation is the number one attraction at the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. Boaters are encouraged to come to the refuge which includes the well-known Topock Gorge and enjoy the scenic beauty and wildlife that it provides....

Boating - non-motorized

There are three free boat launches on Topock Marsh at North Dike, Five Mile Landing, and Catfish Paradise. These boat launches do not provide access to the Colorado River. Local boat launches that provide access to the Colorado River include Topock Marina, Arizona (exit 1, I-40), Park Moabi (...

Fishing
Topock Marsh has modest amounts of bass, crappie, catfish, and carp. Three sites offer boat access to the marsh: North Dike, Five Mile Landing, and Catfish Paradise. There is no fee to use the boat launches; however, there is no access from Topock Marsh into the lower Colorado River channel.North...
Wildlife watching
Pintail Slough This is an excellent area to view many species of birds that utilize the wetland habitat. Visitors might catch a glimpse of a coyote following a refuge road or a jackrabbit darting into the bushes. Extremely lucky guests may spot a bobcat walking along the edge of a field....
Photography
Pintail Slough This is an excellent area to view many species of birds that utilize the wetland habitat. Visitors might catch a glimpse of a coyote following a refuge road or a jackrabbit darting into the bushes. Extremely lucky guests may spot a bobcat walking along the edge of a field....
Birding
Birding at the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge

With over 300 species documented on the refuge birding is a popular activity at the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. 

Spring and Fall 

The spring and fall migration seasons are particularly popular for...