Location: Yuma
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Once a busy river port sending military supplies shipped from California to forts and camps in the Southwest to fight the Apache wars, today Yuma is a winter retreat for thousands of visitors craving its warm, dry and sunny climate. With warm weather comes golf, and the city has several excellent courses. Bird watchers will enjoy the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge, which is rich in migratory bird life and also offers hiking, fishing and boating facilities. For a step back in time to the days of frontier justice, visit the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, whose prison dates back to 1876, or the Yuma Crossing State Historic Park, for a walk through restored historic buildings. If these sites whet your appetite for more pioneer lore, check out the Century House Museum, which is chock full of pioneer artifacts and exhibits. And, speaking of appetite, be sure to stop for burgers and fries at Lutes Casino, Arizona's oldest pool hall, where old movie memorabilia graces the walls.
Restaurants in Yuma
1. Just Ride
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Business is located in a light industrial area, there are several signs on the building.
2. Desert Horse Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By graciek257
We had an amazing time with desert horse adventures. We didn’t have much of any experience with riding prior to, but after our lesson and trail ride, we felt very confident, comfortable and safe. We loved being able to ride the horses through the river and enjoyed the freedom of being able to ride side by side through certain areas of the trail. Highly recommend you check them out!
3. Fortuna Del Rey Golf Course & RV Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Located near the foothills east of Yuma, this flat 9-hole course offers tree-lined fairways and medium-sized greens.
4. Telegraph Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By rickysmom - Yuma, United States
This is a two part hike. Part one is from the end of the north frontage road to the gate where the utility road goes to the top. From the parking lot to the gate is 3.2 miles round trip. Not terribly difficult. Lots of uphill and down hill on well worn trails or you can take one of the dirt roads. There is lots of loose gravel. Wear sturdy hiking shoes. As the weather gets warmer you might see rattlesnakes on or near the trail. When you get to the gate, this hike gets much tougher. It's approximately 1 mile straight uphill to the top. I use hiking poles. Well worth the cost. There is also a dirt trail which starts to the right of the gate. I haven't tried it but I see people on it often. Again, as the weather gets warmer, the earlier you start the better. At the top of the road, down a small incline is a metal box on a pole where an anonymous hiker keeps a notebook for others to write down their date of hike and experiences. I've never found it full and have no idea who takes take of that. If you want to hike a little further up to the various utility buildings you can find other places to sit and take in the view. Heading back down is much harder on the knees. Take your time. Do not RUN!!!! I have seen more that one serious injury from people falling because they lost control, started running, couldn't stop and face planted. I am 61 and the quickest I've made the roundtrip is 2 hours and 40 minutes with a brief stop on the top to eat an orange and re-hydrate. Bring plenty of water. I see all kinds of people. Families with young children, teenagers, seniors like me and much older. Be prepared and have fun!
5. Arroyo Dunes Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
At a shade over 2000-yards, this executive course is easy to walk and is favored by seniors and beginner golfers.
6. Desert Hills Municipal Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 27 reviews
Amenable to virtually all types of players, this par-72 layout offers an exceptional golf experience at a very reasonable cost.
7. Ironwood Public Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
This executive course features well-manicured fairways and elevated, undulating greens.
8. Yuma Golf & Country Club
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
9. Centennial Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
Centennial Beach is located in the "lower bench" of the West Wetlands Park adjacent to the boat ramp along the Colorado River. With plenty of sand for picnics, castles, and fun Centennial Beach is a great place to spend the day.
Reviewed By CLTLRT - Prattsville, United States
Pretty much at the wetlands area for boat launch. Sandy area is small . I’m not sure if you can fish but we saw large fish in the water. It’s a comfortable walk along the river edge with many birds to view. Peaceful place
10. Cocopah Bend RV Resort Golf Course
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 21 reviews
At this resort "golf is free any day the sun doesn't shine," yet they rarely give away a round.
