The 45 mi (72.42 km) long lake’s capacity is 648000 ac/2622 km² on a very low desert elevation of 482 ft (146.91 m). The concrete dam that makes a glorious arch was built between 1934 and 1938 by the United States Bureau of Reclamation.
There are two aqueducts that need to be filled with water and that is exactly the lake’s primary purpose. Except from that purpose the lake is also available for fun and especially rock climbing.
The wicked rock formations, the steep trails and the rising up to 150 ft (45.72 m) make Lake Havasu a hot spot for rock climbers. Find the adventure you are looking for by climbing on the huge rocks of Crystal Cliffs.
It is highly recommended to take all precautions. Near the lake are many shops and schools that will help you by providing lessons or equipment.
Mammoth Lakes is located near Mammoth Mountain, in California’s eastern Sierra about 100 mi/161 km south of Nevada State Line, 9 mi/14.5 km northwest of Mount Morrison, at an elevation of 7880 ft/2402 m, Mono County, California, USA.
Tsavo West National Park is located in the South Eastern part of Kenya, at 240 km/149 mi from Nairobi and 250 km/155 mi from Mombasa. It is 9065 km²/3500 mi² with a spectacular showcase of recent geological activities with vibrant volcanic arena, covered with green hills, lava flows, springs and large permanent rivers.
Palisades State Park is located in southeastern South Dakota, just south of the city of Garretson. It is the second smallest state park in South Dakota. Palisades State Park is one of the few places in the nation that contains catlinite.
The Overberg is a region of immense beauty and characterized by amazing and diverse landscapes. It forms part of the Western Cape as it stretches from the Hottentos-Holland Mountains in the north while in the southern, the Atlantic and Indian Ocean break on to sandy beaches and rocky headlands. The spot enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm dry summers and cool wet winters.
Swansea is a great place for practicing rock climbing either indoors or outdoors. Indoors activity in South Wales is located towards inland the Gower coastline.
Torres del Paine is located in Southern Patagonia and is one of the numerous spectacular national parks in Chile. It was created in 1959 and UNESCO has listed the location as a Biosphere Reserve since 1978. This place is a wonderland for nature enthusiasts from all over the world.
Lake Havasu is situated behind Parker Dam on the Colorado River, just on the border that joins California with Arizona.
Lake Havasu is situated behind Parker Dam on the Colorado River, just on the border that joins California with Arizona. On the eastern shore of the lake lies Lake Havasu City.
Monument Valley is a famous region of the Colorado Plateau. It is situated on the Arizona-Utah state line close to Four Corners area. Monument Valley has been an inspiring place for a lot of actors, as many movies have been shot here.
Lake Havasu is situated behind Parker Dam on the Colorado River, just on the border that joins California with Arizona.
Bear Mountain Ski Resort is located on the San Bernardino Mountain, by the Big Bear Lake, California, USA.
Bear Mountain Ski Resort is located on the San Bernardino Mountain, by the Big Bear Lake, California, USA.
The beautiful city of Sedona straddles the county line between Coconino and Yavapai counties in the northern Verde Valley region in Arizona. Sedona is a place that offers many cultural sites, recreational opportunities, impressive landscapes and that's why it attracts about 4 million visitors every year.
Mount Baldy is located in San Bernardino County, on Mount San Antonio (aka Mount Baldy), California, USA. The city is located only 45 mi/72.4 km from Los Angeles.
