Explore La Paz County
Parker Dam
Parker Dam spans the Colorado River between Arizona and California, 155 miles downstream from Hoover Dam. Built between 1934 and 1938 by the Bureau of Reclamation, Parker Dam is operated with Hoover and Davis Dams to bring water and power benefits to residents of the lower Colorado River Basin.
Parker, AZ LandmarksPoston Memorial Monument
This monument marks the site of the Poston War Relocation Center where 17,867 persons of Japanese ancestry were interned during World War II. History of the Center is inscribed into the monument and at an information kiosk on the property.
Parker, AZ MonumentsAha Khav Tribal Preserve
The "Ahakhav Tribal Preserve is a serene wetlands and backwater area of the River. The Preserve has been make possible through the efforts of the CRIT Education Department, who are returning the area to its natural habitat. It currently consists of 1,253 acres of wilderness area and a 3.5
Parker, AZ Nature PreservesColorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Museum and Library
The Colorado River Indian Reservation is unique in the sense that it is occupied by four (4) distinct tribal groups:
Parker, AZ MuseumsGrave of Hi Jolly
There is an scattering of old landmarks around Quartzsite, but the big attraction is the grave of Hadji Ali (Hi Jolly), the Arab camel driver. In 1935, the Governor of Arizona dedicated the pyramid, which marks his gravesite. This pyramid is one of the most visited spots in the southwest.
Quartzsite, AZ CemeteriesKofa National Wildlife Refuge
Kofa National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1939 and is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The refuge encompasses 665,400 acres of pristine desert that is home to the desert bighorn sheep and the California palm, the only native palm in Arizona.
Quartzsite, AZ Wildlife RefugesParker Historical Society Museum
The temporary building (donated by the Beaver family)
Parker, AZ MuseumsPalm Canyon Trail
Perhaps the only native palm trees in Arizona are tucked away in narrow, rugged canyons on the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. The Palm Canyon Trail is a short hike and takes you near a stand of these unique plants, called California fan palms, Washingtonia filifera.
Quartzsite, AZ Natural AttractionsTyson's Well Stage Station Museum
The original abode stage station was built in 1866
Quartzsite, AZ MuseumsBlueWater Resort and Casino
Las Vegas fun is available in Parker at the BlueWater Resort and Casino, a gaming enterprise of the Colorado River Indian Tribes. The theme of the Resort is "The Lost City". All 200 rooms, of which 10 are suites, has a beautiful view of the Colorado River while looking down at the marina with 164
Parker, AZ CasinosEmerald Canyon Golf Course
This is the most fascinating and unusual Golf Course you'll ever play, often referred to as the "Jewel in the Desert"
Parker, AZ Golf Courses