What RV Renters Know
- London Bridge is the real deal — Robert McCulloch bought it for $2.46 million and rebuilt it here in 1971
- Lake Havasu State Park Windsor Beach: RV sites with Colorado River views and boat ramp access
- Spring break peak is mid-March — book 3–4 months ahead or expect to camp outside the park
- January Balloon Festival brings 30+ hot air balloons over the lake — a surreal RV backdrop
- Summer hits 110°F+ but the water makes it tolerable — popular with boat-camping crowd
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lake Havasu most crowded for RV camping?
March is the peak month — spring break brings tens of thousands of visitors and campgrounds fill weeks in advance. February is also busy due to the Balloon Festival and snowbird concentration. Summer (June–August) stays packed with boaters despite 110°F heat. January and November are the sweet spots for availability and mild weather.
Can I camp right on the water at Lake Havasu?
Yes. Lake Havasu State Park Windsor Beach has RV sites with direct Colorado River access and a boat ramp. Cattail Cove State Park, 15 miles south, has waterfront sites that are less crowded. Crazy Horse Campground (private) also offers riverside full-hookup sites. Book state park sites at azstateparks.com — they open reservations 120 days in advance.
Is London Bridge worth visiting during an RV trip?
It's a 20-minute stop that makes for a genuinely surprising conversation piece. The bridge is walkable from multiple campgrounds and the surrounding English Village area has shops and restaurants. Combine it with the nearby Lake Havasu Museum of History for context on how a 19th-century London bridge ended up spanning a Colorado River channel in Arizona.