If you seek a houseboating vacation in the southwest desert, then this magnificent lake with its picturesque shoreline is your answer. Lake Havasu forms the boundary between Arizona and California and is nestled in a valley of majestic mountain ranges. The name Havasu means "land of the blue-green water," so named by the Havasupai Indians many years ago. It is now a popular playground with attractions for everyone. Not only can you enjoy houseboating, but swimming, fishing, golf, tennis, water-skiing, hiking, sunbathing and so on. Luxury houseboats are available from several businesses practically year-round. With a houseboat you can find one of many secluded coves and sandy beaches to enjoy your vacation. By houseboat you can visit such attractions as Parker Dam, the world famous London Bridge (they actually imported the old bridge, every brick!), the Old English Village, and the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. Temperature at Havasu averages 88 degrees, so it's definitely a sun worshipper's paradise. Lake Havasu State Park covers 13,000 acres including 23 miles of public shoreline with extensive public beaches, camping and swimming areas. There are services aplenty at Lake Havasu City (northern part of the Lake), and plenty of other services and marinas on the southern part too. The lake is approximately 290 miles from Los Angeles and 180 miles from Phoenix.