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Imperial National Wildlife RefugeThe Imperial National Wildlife Refuge protects wildlife habitat along 30 miles of the lower Colorado River in Arizona and California, including the last un-channeled section before the river enters Mexico. The Imperial Refuge Wilderness, a federally designated, 15,056-acre, wilderness area is protected within the refuge. This section of the Colorado River is popular for boating, hiking, fishing, camping, exploring old mining camps and wildlife watching.
Cibola National Wildlife RefugeCibola National Wildlife Refuge is a U.S. National Wildlife Refuge in the floodplain of the lower Colorado River between Arizona and California and surrounded by a fringe of desert ridges and washes. The refuge encompasses both the historic Colorado River channel as well as a channelized portion constructed in the late 1960s. Along with these main waterbodies, several important backwaters are home to many wildlife species that reside in this Yuma Desert portion of the Sonoran Desert.
Mittry Lake Wildlife AreaThe Mittry Lake Wildlife Area offers a wide variety of habitats, from open lakes to cattail marshes and streamside woodlands, providing an equally wide opportunity for wildlife-based recreation. There is a wide variety of vegetative and wildlife species can be found here, with a scenic backdrop of three mountain ranges. Numerous serpentine waterways connect to main lake body and make exploring by boat a unique experience.
Parker ValleyThe Parker Valley is located along the Lower Colorado River within the Lower Colorado River Valley region, in southwestern Arizona and southeastern California. Its natural habitats are within the Sonoran Desert and Colorado Desert ecoregions. Riparian zone habitats on the river include Mesquite Bosques. The river has supported irrigated agricultural conversion of the valley's landscape.
Castle Dome Mine MuseumA majestic museum, which offers an authentic look back in time with the preservation and restoration of Castle Dome City. It is the longest worked mining district in Arizona. Walking through this ghost town that has over 50 weather-beaten buildings, will make you feel as if you are a part of history. The museum houses artifacts dug up from over 300 mines within the Castle Dome District and each tells a story about the mine’s history.
Cunningham MountainThe Cunningham Mountains are a small mountain range on the southeastern coast of Devon Island, Nunavut, Canada. The Cunningham Mountains are part of the Devon Ice Cap which forms part of the Arctic Cordillera mountain range. A good trekking destiantion and also there are so many things to see and do here.
Mittry LakeA beautiful lake located at the Mittry Lake Wildlife Area, just north of Yuma, Arizona, on the Lower Colorado River. It offers a wide variety of habitats, from open lakes to cattail marshes and streamside woodlands, providing an equally wide opportunity for wildlife-based recreation. There is a three-lane boat launch ramp for motorized boating on the lake. There are no facilities or designated areas for camping, but camping is allowed.
Paradise CasinoA small tribal casino located in the city of yuma. It is owned and operated by the Quechan Tribe of the Fort Yuma Indian Reservation. It is one of the iconic attraction here and it welcomes all the peoples.
Saint Thomas Yuma Indian MissionA Catholic mission in Winterhaven, California. It was dedicated in 1923, and its design replicates the Mission Puerto de Purísima Concepción, which once stood on the site. One of the main pilgrimage sites in this area and also it is attracts by tourists also.
West Wetlands ParkA majestic public park at the northwest edge of Yuma, Arizona. It is located along the Colorado River within the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area. The 110‐acre West Wetlands Park is a jewel and beloved by the citizens of Yuma. There are so many things to see and do here.
Ocean to Ocean Highway BridgeThe Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge is a through truss bridge spanning the Colorado River in Yuma, Arizona. Built in 1915, it was the first highway crossing of the lower Colorado and is the earliest example of a through truss bridge in Arizona. It is also the only example of a Pennsylvania truss within ArizonaThe bridge became part of Historic US 80 in 2018.
East Wetlands ParkThe Yuma East Wetlands consists of nearly 500 acres of wetlands owned by the City of Yuma, the Quechan Indian Tribe, and Arizona Game and Fish Department.Located in the Yuma Desert in Arizona, YCNHA contains over 1,500 acres of previous freshwater wetlands along the Colorado River. It is considered a model for wetlands restoration in the desert Southwest and is led by a partnership between the Heritage Area, Quechan Indian Tribe, City of Yuma, and Arizona Game and Fish Department.
Yuma Territorial Prison ParkYuma Territorial Prison is a former prison located in Yuma, Arizona, United States. More than 3,000 desperadoes, convicted of crimes ranging from polygamy to murder, were imprisoned in rock and adobe cells here during 1876 and 1909. The cells, main gate, and guard tower are still standing, providing visitors with a glimpse of convict life in the Southwest a century ago.
Yuma Crossing National Heritage AreaYuma Crossing National Heritage Area is a cultural crossroads offering visitors a diverse and intriguing history. It boasts two state historic parks, one National Historic Landmark—Yuma Crossing and Associated Sites—two new riverfront parks connected by a multi-use path, 400 acres of restored wetlands, and an interpretive plaza that tells the many stories of the Yuma Crossing.
Yuma Art CenterA majestic art centre, With over 100,000 visitors each year, which is home to the Division of Arts and Culture which advances the arts by providing distinct opportunities for community participation and artistic growth. They annually produces several theatre productions, over twenty visual art exhibitions, holds nearly fifty unique performing and visual arts classes and so more.
Yuma Armed Forces ParkThis is the only park of its kind located at the site of the old Yuma railroad depot. It has been designed to honor ALL military veterans, living and deceased, no matter which branch of service. To be honored with a plaque, a person needs only to have served in one of the military branches, whether two years ago or 50.
Arizona Historical Society Sanguinetti House Museum and GardensThe Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens are open to the public for tours and tea throughout the day. Enjoy our exhibits and treat yourself to a delightfully decadent sweet from the Sanguinetti Chocolate Shoppe. Discover why the Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens are known as the Jewel of Historic Yuma.
Carver ParkA beautiful park situated in the heart of Yuma, perfect for an easy break any time of the day. Four covered picnic areas offer shelter from the elements as well as BBQ grills, making Carver Park the perfect place for a small get-together with friends or family. It comprises of 18 acres of land and there are so many things to see and do.
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Trigo Mountain WildernessTrigo Mountains Wilderness is a 30,300-acre wilderness area in the U.S. state of Arizona and was established in 1990. The wilderness area is one of the many wildernesses located within the Lower Colorado River Valley. The Trigo Mountains Wilderness is the northeastern mountain border of the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge along the Colorado River. It is also just east of the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge. These rugged desert mountain ecosystems are home to the Desert Bighorn Sheep.