ARIZONA’S WEST COAST FAMILY MATTERS Zipline at Grand Canyon West When it comes to family fun, west-ern Arizona offers up everything from zip lining to nature walks. PLAY ALL DAY Let your little ones loose at the castle-like Stewart Vincent Wolfe Creative Playground at West Wetlands Park in Yuma, where imaginative structures, a zip line with two bays (one is ADA accessi-ble), and a climbing area will keep kids busy for hours FLYING HIGH Experience an hour of pure adrenaline at the Zipline at Grand Canyon West . Here, several zip lines above a canyon translate to the thrill of flying at up to 40 miles per hour. (Guests must weigh between 90 to 275 pounds.) BACK TO NATURE Bring the family to Hualapai Mountain Park in Kingman to choose from 10 miles of trails for mountain biking and hiking, or play a game of disc golf on the 18-hole championship-style course. Then set up camp among oak and ponderosa pines in the first-come, first-served Wild Cow Springs Campground . Ongoing Ranger Talks from the Kingman BLM Field Office discuss how to be prepared in different camping situations. GET WILD Embark on a wild journey through a picturesque 175-acre canyon in Valentine, where you’ll find Keepers of the Wild Nature Park . This nonprofit wildlife sanctuary is home to 130 wild animals such as lions, tigers, wolves, primates and various wildlife indigenous to the Southwest. GAME DAY Challenge the family to a game of bowling at Cocopah’s Wild River Family Entertainment Center in Somerton, or ex-plore the laser tag arena, arcade, lounge and eateries. Plunge From whitewater rafting to swim-up bars, western Arizona knows how to make a splash. Water Play With an 850-foot lazy river, a zippy mat racer and massive water slides, Waylon’s Water World in Yuma issues a siren song to the young (and young at heart). Make Waves Get a new perspective on the Grand Canyon and Colorado River when you experience miles of whitewater rafting with the Hualapai River Runners in Peach Springs. TOP TO BOTTOM: GCW; TAYLOR COHEN; VISIT YUMA TAKE THE Lake Havasu State Park, Lake Havasu Waylon’s Water World, Yuma On the Water Hop aboard a canoe or kayak with Desert River Outfitters in Bullhead City for a guided tour along the lower Colorado River, and savor wow-worthy views of the canyon. Life’s a Beach In Lake Havasu City, lounge on white-sand beaches at Lake Havasu State Park , take a dip along the shore in the designated swimming area, enjoy a feast alfresco in the picnic area or launch a boat from one of the three boat ramps. Pool Party Cool off at the Topock66 Restaurant, Bar & Riverstore in Topock, which offers a swim-up bar and live entertainment on the weekends. A marina, restaurant and retail shop round out the experience. 63
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