Parker Strip Recreation Area
Back country byways traverse scenic corridors that are off the beaten path. The Parker Dam Road "Thread of Life" highlights the scenic, natural, historic, and prehistoric values along an11 mile (18 km) road that travels along the California shore of the Colorado River. This area has attracted people, wildlife, and vegetation along a linear oasis, creating the Thread of Life. The byway provides an abundance of recreation activities including camping, swimming, boating, fishing, rock hounding, hiking, OHV play areas and wildlife viewing.
Driving Directions
The byway begins at Parker Dam and travels along the Parker Dam Road south to the boundary of the Colorado River Indian Reservation. Look for interpretive pullouts along the way.
For Visitors...
The things to do at Parker Strip Recreation Area are bike riding, boating, climbing, fishing, hiking, water sports, off-highway vehicles and learning about the history. Visitors taking a west Arizona vacation can find camping spots or RV spaces here. There's a picnic area and a store to get groceries.Find other west Arizona area lakes and vacation ideas or return to the home page.