Location: Parker
Top Things to do in Parker
What to do and see in Parker, Arizona (AZ): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Parker (Mojave 'Amat Kuhwely, formerly 'Ahwe Nyava) is the county seat of La Paz County, Arizona, United States, on the Colorado River in Parker Valley. The population was 3,083 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Parker
1. Desert Bar and Nellie E Saloon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By whatstheuse123 - Saint Cloud, United States
A MUST GO TO PLACE ,,,,what a great time we had at the desert bar live music and the food was wonderful ,,,P.S. the drinks were pretty good also,awesome place to visit and meet people from every state ,,just a 10 star bard,,,BUT ,,the road getting there is a little RUFF...A MUST VISIT THOUGH
2. Buckskin Mountain State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Buckskin Mountain State Park commands one of the finest views along the Parker strip, an 18-mile stretch between Parker Dam and Headgate Dam. Mountains line the river on both the Arizona and California sides, and the wildlife is as varied as the recreational opportunities along the river. This picturesque park provides a scenic respite, mountain hikes, a desert escape and fun-filled water adventure. Come enjoy all the park has to offer. The park has a campground, cabana sites, beach, hiking trails, boat ramp, picnic area, basketball and volleyball court, playground, restaurant, park store, arcade and gas dock.
Reviewed By PCBIllinois - Washington, United States
We camped here one night and it is a fantastic place on the Colorado river. Nice trails and river access with very nice camp sites.
3. La Paz County Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Katoaj - Omaha, United States
Amazing park with hot showers, free dump and fill for paying guests. $18/night dry camp. Swing sets, dog park, river access, boat rides, steak house, and really nice park hosts. Flea market/swap meet every Saturday. Got $40 worth of farm fresh produce for $16, and fresh hot tamales. Great place
4. Swansea Ghost Town
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By B6984VAmikew - Prescott, United States
The drive into Swansea was interesting to say the least. The first 1/3 is paved after a fashion. The next 1/3 is a dry wash bed. The last 1/3 is not a challenge for the faint hearted! Once arriving at Swansea, walking around what was a going, jumping mining community 80 years ago, you develop an understanding of the harsh life of the miner in that era. Being near Yuma and Parker, the heat in the summer must have been horrific. There are many deep shafts or holes that have been covered with heavy fencing to prevent an accidental falling. Several buildings remain along with numerous footings of the buildings and equipment sites making up the original townsite. The day of our visit, a man had set up 'camp' to spend the night in the isolation of the Swansea with total quiet and dark skies for amazing star gazing. In today's easy life, it is difficult to imagine the extreme living conditions of the miner and there desire to chase the elusive dollar. The mine never made a profit but is an interesting trip into yesterday...
5. Parker Dam
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By B6984VAmikew - Prescott, United States
As the tallest dam in the US and built in 1934, finished in 1938, this project shows the talent and ability of American engineering. The four turbine generators produce clean electricity used around the West. The views both up lake and down lake are magnificent. Unfortunately, the public is no longer allowed to take a tour within the dam for security reasons, a sign of the times, but certainly worth the time to view this great old structure...
