The Locals' Secret to Summer in Bullhead City
Want to know the locals' secret to summer? Get out early. When people think about summer in Bullhead City, they usually think about one thing: the heat.
But ask someone who lives here their favorite time of day, and you'll probably get the same answer.
Early Morning
Look for the morning glass.
It's that magical window just after sunrise when the Colorado River becomes almost perfectly still, reflecting the mountains and sky like a mirror. The beaches are quiet. It's the perfect time for a cup of coffee, a kayak paddle, a morning walk, or simply soaking in the calm before the desert wakes up.
It's a side of Bullhead City many visitors never experience.
Start Your Morning by the Water
The best mornings in Bullhead City begin before breakfast.
Pick up your favorite coffee and head for the river. As the first light stretches across the Colorado River, the mountains begin to glow, and the morning glass lives up to its name.
Whether you're gliding across the morning glass on Lake Mohave in a kayak, settling into a beach chair at Community Park, or simply standing along the shoreline with coffee in hand, it's easy to lose track of time.
By the time many visitors are just beginning to plan their day, you've already experienced one of Bullhead City's most memorable moments.
As the City Wakes Up, So Does the Desert
One of the best places to experience the morning glass is along the Colorado River Heritage Greenway Trail at Rotary Park.
On any given morning, runners and cyclists make their way down the trail with the clear waters of the Colorado River always nearby. If you hear a buzzing overhead, look up. You might spot RC planes soaring above from the nearby airfield. Continue through the park and you'll hear the unmistakable pop of pickleball paddles as players greet the day. At Sandy Toes Dog Beach, excited dogs splash into the river to rescue their floating tennis balls.
Wake up with wildlife
The desert's wildlife seems to know this is the time to enjoy a peace you can only find here.
The coyotes wander. The roadrunners dart by as if they're late for an important meeting. Then, almost as if summoned from the desert itself, the burros appear, strolling through neighborhoods and golf courses, one after another, in no particular hurry.
A Few Tips Before You Head Out
Summer mornings are one of the best times to explore Bullhead City, but a little planning goes a long way.
Start outdoor activities early.
Carry plenty of water.
Check the forecast before heading out.
Spend the hottest part of the afternoon cooling off in the Colorado River or Lake Mohave.
Summer afternoons may get most of the attention, but some of Bullhead City's most memorable moments happen before breakfast.
Now you know why summer starts early in Bullhead City.
Plan Your Stay
Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, summer mornings are just the beginning. Spend the day boating on the Colorado River, paddling on Lake Mohave, exploring scenic trails, discovering local restaurants, or simply relaxing by the water.
Plan your stay and discover why summer starts early in Bullhead City.
Bullhead City, Arizona
2355 Trane Road
Bullhead City, AZ 86442
(928) 763-9400
www.bullheadcity.com