In Arizona, water is often considered more valuable than gold...
The Colorado River is a river in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, approximately 1,450 mi (2,330 km) long, draining a part of the arid regions on the western slope of the Rocky Mountains. The natural course of the river flows into the Gulf of California.
The river allows for many fun filled activities for nearby residents who live along the riverfront. Take the sail boat out for a day along this majestic river known for its largemouth and smallmouth bass, striped bass, and walleye fishing. What better way to relieve stress than to take your jet ski out for a high speed adventure or for a casual boat ride with family and friends. Kayaking and canoeing provide breathtaking scenery along every bend.
There’s nothing like cruising down the Colorado River, with the wind in your hair. Unwind and discover the hidden treasures of the Colorado River.
The Colorado River
| Length: | 1,450 miles |
| Upper Basin States: | Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming |
| Lower Basin States: | Arizona, California and Nevada |
| Population Served: | 25 million |
| Annual Rainfall in Basin: | 14 inches average |
| Annual Flow: | 15 million acre-feet average |
| Annual Flow Range: | 5 million to 24 million acre-feet per year |
| Water Source: | Snowmelt in the Rocky Mountains |
Learn more about private boat ramps into the Colorado river.