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Parker Dam
Spend a half‑day at Parker Dam; stay nearby if you need overnight lodging.
Parker Dam is a small desert community on Lake Havasu, best visited for a few hours of water‑based recreation. It has limited services, so a day trip from a nearby base works, with overnight only if you want to stay at the on‑site resort.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–Oct (warm, low rain)
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold nights, limited services)
- Airports
- LAS · PHX
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Parker Dam911 ▾
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Parker Dam, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; remote desert area means limited cell coverage—carry a map and emergency kit.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLAS McCarran International, Las Vegas (≈2.5 h drive).
- Getting aroundRent a car at the airport; the dam is reachable via CA‑95.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Sit-down mealLunch at a diner$10–$15
- Budget bedHotel room at Black Meadow Landing, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedHotel room at Black Meadow Landing, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedHotel room at Black Meadow Landing, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$60 · High US$120
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LAS McCarran International, Las Vegas (≈2.5 h drive) · PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor (≈3 h drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Feb
Avoid
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Mar
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Best
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jun
Best
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
Jul
Best
43°C (109°F)109°F (43°C)
Aug
Best
42°C (108°F)108°F (42°C)
Sep
Best
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (43°C (109°F)109°F (43°C)), coolest Dec (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (3 rain days), driest Jun (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Parker Dam: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
3 rd
Feb
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3 rd
Mar
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
1 rd
May
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Jun
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
0 rd
Jul
43°C (109°F)109°F (43°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
1 rd
Aug
42°C (108°F)108°F (42°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
2 rd
Sep
39°C (102°F)102°F (39°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a car at the airport; the dam is reachable via CA‑95. No public transit.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Lake Havasu City
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Drive north on CA‑95, about 30 min
Shopping, restaurants, and additional water sports.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Black Meadow Landing
RV resort, hotel rooms, camping; 30 min north of the dam
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–$50 excl. lodging
- Mid
- $50–$100 excl. lodging
Trip budget
| Hotel room at Black Meadow Landing1 × 1 night × US$80 | US$80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$30 | US$30 |
| Car rental (2 days, economy)1 × US$70 · check | US$70 |
| Lake Havasu boat rental (half-day)1 × US$40 · check | US$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$22 |
| Trip total≈ US$242 per person per day, bed included | US$242 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Gasoline (per gallon) | $3.50–$4.00 |
| Lunch at a diner | $10–$15 |
| RV site per night | $30–$50 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer heat can exceed 40 °C (104 °F); carry water.Summer heat can exceed 104 °F (40 °C); carry water.
- Check water level and dam access before arrival (seasonal closures).
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
Embassy
US citizens need no visa; foreign visitors check US entry requirements.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- LAS → Parker Dam (rental car): ≈ $70 for 2 days, economy (check)
Say or show
- ¿Dónde está la presa? — Where is the dam?
- ¿Cuánto cuesta el alquiler de una lancha? — How much for a boat rental?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Parker Dam. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Oct (warm, low rain) · avoid Nov–Feb (cold nights, limited services) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental guide for LAS/PHX to Parker Dam.
- Include Black Meadow Landing booking tips.
Sources
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