Lake Havasu

Bureau of Reclamation • Built 1938 • 19,300 surface acres • 450 miles shoreline

Current Water Level

Lake Havasu

Normal Pool
448.78 ft MSL
-1.22 ft vs normal pool (450 ft)
Steady (-0.01 ft / 24h)
Pool Elevation Gauge Normal vs Flood
Normal 450' Flood 450' 448.8'
30-Day Level Trend Full Chart →
30d Change: -0.45 ft 7d Change: -0.02 ft
Water Temp 78.5°F
Wind 8 mph SSE
Weather 93°F, Sunny
Water Safety Clean & Clear
Ramps Open 2 of 2 Ramps
Trip Planning Rollup

Great Day on the Water

Level is 1.2 ft below normal pool, water temp is a comfortable 78°f, light winds around 8 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.

Local Insider Take

What to Know About Lake Havasu

Home to the original 1831 London Bridge, dismantled and shipped stone-by-stone from England in 1968. The Bridgewater Channel is the undisputed social epicenter of Southwest boating.

Best For:
Original London BridgeSpring Break BoatingBridgewater ChannelSpeedboat Poker RunsYear-Round Sunshine

Boat Ramps & Usability

2 Ramps
Ramp / Access Point Lanes Fee Usable Min Pool Current Status
Lake Havasu Main Public Ramp Paved deep-water concrete ramp with courtesy dock and lit parking. 4 lanes $5 - $10 day use pass 435.0 ft Open & Usable
Lake Havasu Resort Marina Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet. 2 lanes Free for slip guests 432.0 ft Open & Usable

Full-Service Marinas

1 Marinas

Lake Havasu Resort Marina

Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet.

fuel dockboat rentalsslipsdiningrestrooms

Fishing Regulations & Species

State Wildlife Agency
Target Species:
🐟 Smallmouth Bass🐟 Largemouth Bass🐟 Striped Bass🐟 Redear Sunfish

License Info: AZ or CA fishing license with Colorado River stamp.

Regulations Summary: World record 5.8-pound redear sunfish caught here.

View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →

Lake Rules & Boating Safety

No-wake idle speed strictly enforced through Bridgewater Channel.

Crowdsourced Conditions

Recent Community Reports

Capt. Mike (Striper Guide) 2 hours ago
Water Clarity: 4-5 ft Ramps: Open & Fast

Washita river arm has excellent clear green water. Ran south to Wood Island this morning; no floating logs or hazards observed. Striper boils active off Soldier Creek.

David R. (Pontoon Owner) Yesterday at 4:15 PM
Highport Launch Temp: 74°F

Highport ramp had 4 lanes moving with zero wait. Dock hands assisted with tie-off. Sandbars near North Island are clearly visible in the sun.

Trip Preparation & Gear

Recommended Gear for Current Conditions

Partner Recommendations
Water Sports Boating Fun

Heavy-Duty 3-Rider Towable Tube & Quick-Connect

Water temp is a warm 79°F—ideal for family tubing and towing.

Safety Essentials Top Rated

USCG Approved Inflatable Life Vest (Auto-Hydrostatic)

Low profile, lightweight, and legally compliant for adult operators.

Electronics Angler Essential

Castable GPS Fish Finder & Depth Transducer

Pinpoint submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, and school bait balls.

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Lakefront Living & Property

Living on Lake Havasu

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Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Lake Havasu? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.

Water Level & Flood Considerations:

Parker Dam maintains remarkably stable pool within 3-5 feet year round.

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