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Lake Havasu

The West's biggest spring break happens on the water. Lake Havasu is all about boat parties on the Colorado River, the sandbar and Copper Canyon.

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Fly into
LAS or PHX, then drive
Must-have
A boat
Peak
Early–mid March

On the water

  • Bridgewater Channel, under the London Bridge, is the main gathering spot for boats.
  • Copper Canyon and the sandbar are the party coves, and most are only reachable by boat.
  • Boat rentals start around $300+ per day. Windsor Beach in Lake Havasu State Park has rentals.

Where to stay

  • London Bridge Resort: condo rentals right on Bridgewater Channel.
  • Hotels and vacation rentals around the channel book up fast in March.

Nightlife and sights

  • Kokomo: the biggest nightclub on the channel.
  • The London Bridge itself, rebuilt here in 1971.
  • Parker Dam, downstream on the Colorado River.

Lake Havasu spring break FAQ

Is Lake Havasu a good spring break destination for 2027?

Lake Havasu scored 70/100 (#8 of 21, "Hot") in our Spring Break 2026 popularity rating, based on visitation, search buzz and college crowds. The West's biggest spring break happens on the water. Lake Havasu is all about boat parties on the Colorado River, the sandbar and Copper Canyon.

What airport do you fly into for Lake Havasu?

Fly into LAS or PHX, then drive.

What's happening in Lake Havasu for Spring Break 2027?

No 2027 spring break events have been announced for Lake Havasu yet. Lineups are usually announced in December and January.

When is spring break 2027?

Most college spring breaks in 2027 fall between March 6 and March 28. Easter is March 28, 2027, which makes the season early and compressed.

Watch

Clips from Lake Havasu.

Havasu Spring Break VideoGo Lake Havasu · YouTube ↗
Havasu Spring Break 2017 | Official JusCollege After Movie 📹🏄🏻🏖☀️🔥College Weekly · YouTube ↗

Photos

London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona
London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona
The sign on London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, during April 2005.
The sign on London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona, during April 2005.

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