Area Attractions

Big Bend State Recreation Area
PO Box 32850
Laughlin, NV 89028
Phone: (702) 298-1859
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Situated on the shores of the Colorado River below Laughlin in Nevada's southern tip. The park offers dramatic views of the river and surrounding mountains. Popular activities are picnicking, boating, fishing and swimming. Located five miles south of Laughlin on the Needles Highway. The park is within the town limits of Laughlin, one mile south of Casino Drive on South Needles Hwy.
Black Mountains
Bureau of Land Management
2755 Mission Blvd
Kingman, AZ 86401
Phone: (928) 718-3700
The Arizona mountains visible from Laughlin casinos hold a fascinating array of wildlife and vistas. Two of the more popular areas of the range are the Secret Pass, located at the Laughlin Ranch development, and the McNutt Wilderness Area. One of the more amusing features of the skyline of the Black Mountains is visible from most Laughlin hotel/casinos. With a little imagination, the "Sleeping Giant" can be seen in the form of a profile of a man's face as if he were lying on his back, eyes closed, dreaming of days gone by...or days to come.
Christmas Tree Pass and Grapevine Canyon
West of Davis Dam on Hwy 163
Laughlin, NV 89029
Located about 7 miles west of Davis Dam on Highway 163, about 10 miles west of Laughlin. This area is ideal for hiking, camping, photography and exploring. The canyon was named for the grape plants found in the area and boasts of a number of fascinating Indian petroglyphs that adorn the canyon's sheer cliff walls.
Colorado River
Nevada Arizona Border
Laughlin, NV 89029
Coursing more than a thousand miles from the Rockies to the Sea of Cortez, the mighty Colorado River provides irrigation, public water and hydroelectric power to parts of California, Nevada and Arizona. The river also offers a wide spectrum of recreational activities. Enjoy water skiing, jet skiing and fishing, as well as dinner cruises and scenic tours aboard paddlewheel steamship replicas and tour boats.
Davis Dam
8 miles north of Laughlin
Laughlin, NV 89006
Phone: (702) 293-8302
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Completed in 1953, Davis Dam is an earth and rock-filled structure designed to control flash floods and generate hydroelectric power. This energy is used in the Southwest to turn the wheels of industry and pump water from wells to irrigate farmlands and water livestock.
Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort, Six-Plex Cinema
1650 S Casino Dr
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (702) 298-2535
Toll Free: (800) 227-3849
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While viewing the Riverside's First Run Movies, you could take advantage of our one of a kind concession stand serving your favorite mixed drinks, beer, wine, soft drinks, candy, nachos, and our world class popcorn (Popped with Canola oil & made fresh hourly). All of the Riverside's Auditoriums feature advanced State-of-the-Art THX, Dolby Digital, DTS Surround Sound.
Hotel: Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort
Hoover Dam
US Hwy 93
Boulder City, NV 89006
Phone: (702) 494-2517
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Few man-made sights are more breathtaking than massive Hoover Dam. Soaring more than 70 stories (726 feet) from the bottom of Black Canyon, about 75 miles north of Laughlin, it is the highest dam in the United States. Lake Mead, the country's largest man-made lake, provides 550 miles of varied and unsurpassed outdoor activities throughout the Lake Mead National Recreation area. The Hoover Dam Tour Center is open every day of the year except for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Tour Center open from 9am - 6pm.
Katherine Landing Marina
Lake Mohave
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (928) 754-3245
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Located nine miles north of Laughlin on the Arizona side of Lake Mohave, Katherine Landing features RV facilities, boat rentals, boat slips, launch ramp, picnic area, marina, dry storage, restaurants or snack bars, general store and other resort amenities. Boat rentals range from personal watercraft to 16-foot fishing boats, 18-foot runabouts for waterskiing and exploring, 24-foot patio boats, and houseboats that sleep up to 14 people.
Katherine Mine
Near Lake Mohave
Laughlin, NV 89029
The remnant of a booming 19th-century gold mine, Katherine Mine is located a short distance from the shores of Lake Mohave.
Lake Mohave/Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Lake Mohave and Lake Mead
Phone: (928) 754-3272
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Created by nearby Davis Dam, Lake Mohave's 200 miles of shoreline is etched with hundreds of coves and secluded areas. The Lake is rich in wildlife and can be enjoyed all year round. An abundance of recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, camping, swimming, scuba diving and water skiing.
Laughlin's Only Working Railroad
2121 S Casino Dr
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (702) 298-4200
Toll Free: (800) 243-6846
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"The Gambling Train of Laughlin", Old No. 7, is a replica of the Genoa, a turn-of-the-century steam train. Train enthusiasts will also enjoy the train memorabilia displayed throughout the hotel and casino. Old No. 7 offers train rides around the 27 acre hotel/casino property Sat - Wed 10am - 5pm. Fare: One Smile.
Hotel: Tropicana Express Hotel Casino
Oatman
28 miles south of Laughlin
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (928) 768-6222
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Once a thriving mining community, Oatman, Arizona, takes visitors back to the days of the Old West with weekend cowboy gunfights and showdowns in the middle of town. Wild burros roam the streets of this popular setting for many movies and TV Westerns. Shop at the stores for antiques, handmade items. Restaurants such as Route 66 Deli, Olive Oatman Restaurant are just a few of the wonderful places to eat. Oatman's most famous visitors were Clark Gable and Carol Lombard who stayed there briefly during their well-publicized "elopement" in the 1930s.
Parker Dam
88 miles south of Laughlin
Laughlin, NV 89006
Phone: (702) 293-8302
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Located approximately 88 miles south of Laughlin, Parker Dam is known as the world's deepest dam, with 75 percent of its structural height located underwater. Apart from supplying water to Los Angeles and San Diego, the dam is perhaps best known for creating picturesque Lake Havasu.
Preferred Outlets of Laughlin, Stadium 9 Cinemas
1955 S Casino Drive
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (702) 299-3456
Features 9 screen movie theaters located within the Preferred Outlets of Laughlin.
Riverside Resort Classic Auto Showrooms
1650 S Casino Dr
Laughlin, NV 89029
Phone: (702) 298-2535
Toll Free: (800) 227-3849
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Located on both the street level and on the casino's third floor in the South Tower, these extraordinary car collections features more than 70 of the most unique, classic and rare automobiles, trucks and motorcycles ever created, as well as antique slot machines and vintage gaming tables. Admission is free. Open Sun - Thu 9am - 10pm, Fri - Sat 9am - 11pm.
Hotel: Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort