Topock Arizona

Topock is in Western Arizona. It is in Mohave County. The town is located near the Colorado River and Interstate 40, halfway between Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City/Laughlin, Nevada on County Highway 277.

Overview:
Topock is an attractive town to retirees, businesses and families. The terrific outdoor activities located nearby and the great climate make it the perfect place to visit. It is believed that the name Topock came from the Mohave Indian word for “water crossing” or “bridge.” Topock sits at an elevation of 505 feet. The warm desert climate has a winter low temperature of 40 degrees and summer high temperature of 105 degrees. Those living in Topock are always happy to give visitors some western hospitality.

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Community Features:
There are two super outdoor activities that will make your visit to the area complete. Lake Havasu Wildlife Refuge is located along the west side of the community by the Colorado River. The refuge is home to over 200 different species of birds. Camping and fishing are allowed in specified areas. Historic Route 66 runs through Topock and gives drivers a nostalgic look back in time. The highway stretches from Ash Fork to Topock and is the longest piece of the “Mother Road” still intact today.

Historic Route 66 In Topock

The construction of the Atlantic and Pacific railroad came along much later and used the most logical route. The railroad ran alongside the same route Beale had laid out.
The National Old Trails Highway was completed in 1914,once again this highway used the same route. Then in 1916, the Colorado River was bridged at Topock.
It wasn’t until 1926, when the route was officially named Route 66. During this time only 800 of the 2,200 miles were paved. As a matter of fact, the entire route in Arizona was dirt and gravel. The paving of Route 66 did not occur until the mid-1930’s. Route 66 enjoyed its hay day in the 40’s, with families traveling to California to start their lives after World War II.
The fall of Route 66 began in the 1950’s, with the increase in traffic and accidents on the nation’s roads. President Eisenhower decided to put into effect the National Interstate Highway System. This new Highway System created Interstate Highway 40, which parallels Route 66 in some spots and covers it in others. Needless to say, this change ended some communities along Route 66. Due to the lack of traffic many perished and yet it created new communities in other places.
Many individuals want to preserve this history and today you can still travel Route 66. You can drive the longest stretch of the Historic Route 66 still intact. The Route begins at Ashfork, a small town to the west of Flagstaff and Williams (approximately 50 miles) and east of Kingman (approximately 94 miles). Route 66 continues east through Ashfork to Seligman. Then the route goes through Peach Springs and Kingman. In Kingman, you might want to stop in at the recently renovated Powerhouse Visitor Center. This center is the home of the Historic Route 66 Association of Arizona. It is located on Route 66, now called Andy Devine Avenue. After a quick stopover, you will continue on to Oatman and then ending at Topock.

Havasu National Wildlife Refuge

The Havasu National Wildlife Refuge is along the Colorado River in the Mojave Desert. It is divided into two sections. One section is just north of Lake Havasu City and the other section is closer to Needles, California on the Arizona side. The refuge includes 37,515 acres of land and water. The Wildlife Refuge has a large manmade marsh, mountains, ravines, sand dunes, water areas and hills.
All of these water and land areas create a perfect habitat for a variety of plants and animals. You will see many different types of wildlife within the refuge. You might see migratory birds, beavers, bighorn sheep and a large number of reptiles and amphibians.
One endangered bird in the area is the Southwestern Willow Flycatcher. Many birds come to the spot during the fall and winter. There are year round birds such as the endangered Yuma clapper rail that lives in the marsh areas of the refuge.
Many people come to the refuge throughout the year, especially in the spring and summer. The Havasu National Wildlife Refuge is open daily from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The refuge is free of charge.
Hunting and fishing are permitted in season. Camping and boating are also allowed in specified areas. If you would like more information you make go by the refuge headquarters located in Needles, California or call 760-326-3853.
You can get to the first section of the refuge is north of Lake Havasus City near Topock Gorge. You can get there from Lake Havasu City or Parker by traveling on U.S. Highway 95 north out of the towns to Interstate 40. Turn left and head west on Interstate 40 until the Interstate crosses the Colorado River. It should be south when you are on Interstate 40. Keep your eyes open for signs. This particular section of the refuge is accessible by boat or foot. The second section of the refuge is located near Needles, California. You can get to this section by taking U.S.Highway 95 out of town north to Interstate 40. Turn left and head west on Interstate 40 to County Highway 227. Take County Highway 227 north on the Arizona side of the Colorado River. You will need to look for signs to find this section too.