Marina guide
Havasu Landing Resort & Marina
Havasu Lake, San Bernardino County, CA
Overview
Havasu Landing Resort & Marina is the main boating hub on the California shore of Lake Havasu, in the community of Havasu Lake in San Bernardino County. It's owned by the Chemehuevi Indian Tribe and sits on the Chemehuevi Reservation, across the lake from Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
What's here
The state boating facilities directory lists Havasu Landing as a public marina, launch and dry-storage facility. Services include fuel, boat rentals, transient tie-ups, a fish cleaning station, tackle, ice, a convenience store and snack bar, a swimming area, campsites, laundry, restrooms and showers. A hotel, restaurant and casino are part of the resort.
Getting here
By road, it's a long desert drive off US 95 from either I-40 or I-10. Many visitors come by water instead: a passenger ferry crosses from north of the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City in about 17 minutes, and boaters can tie up at the marina.
Tribal permits
The Tribe charges a vessel fee for using its beaches: $15 per vessel per day or $125 per year. Permits are sold at the Havasu Landing Resort Boathouse, the Havasu Palms Marina store and through the Tribe's website.
Mussel note
Lake Havasu has quagga mussels. Federal managers urge boaters leaving the lake to get a free inspection or decontamination before heading to another water.
Getting there & access
By road
Havasu Landing is on the California side of Lake Havasu, reached from US 95 off I-40 or I-10. The state directory lists the facility at 1 Main Street, Havasu Lake, CA 92363. Expect desert heat and long distances between services.
By ferry
A passenger ferry runs from north of the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The crossing takes about 17 minutes, and it's the quickest way over for visitors without a boat.
By boat
Boaters can cross from the Arizona side and tie up at the marina's transient berths. Afternoon wind on Lake Havasu can build quickly, so plan your return before conditions pick up.
Beach permits
If you plan to use Chemehuevi tribal beaches, buy a vessel permit first: $15 a day or $125 a year. They're sold at the Havasu Landing Resort Boathouse, the Havasu Palms Marina store and online from the Tribe.
Amenities
- Launch — Public launch with three carry-down walkways listed
- Fuel — Fuel sales at the marina
- Boat rentals — Rentals available on site
- Transient tie-ups — Guest berths for visiting boats
- Dry storage — Listed as a marina, launch and dry-storage facility
- Store and snack bar — Convenience store, snack bar, tackle and ice
- Fish cleaning station — On site
- Camping — Campsites plus laundry, restrooms and showers
- Resort — Hotel, restaurant and casino
Rules & official resources
- California Boater Card required for all operators of motorized vessels, regardless of age, since January 1, 2025
- Chemehuevi tribal beach use requires a vessel permit: $15 per day or $125 per year
- Transporting aquatic invasive species is illegal; boaters leaving Lake Havasu should get a free inspection or decontamination
- Before trailering to a California reservoir, contact its managing agency for current inspection rules
Common boat service needs here
Gelcoat and oxidation repair
Intense desert sun at Lake Havasu chalks and fades gelcoat fast, especially on boats stored outdoors. Compounding and polishing restore the finish.
Find Gelcoat, Oxidation & Paint Correction providers →Engine and cooling service
Extreme summer heat pushes engines hard. Cooling systems, impellers and outdrives need regular service, and a breakdown here can mean a long tow.
Find Marine Mechanics & Engine Service providers →Canvas and upholstery
Seats and bimini tops crack and fade quickly under desert UV. Owners often replace vinyl and canvas more often than coastal boaters.
Find Canvas, Covers & Upholstery providers →Transport and towing
Havasu Landing is a long drive from most California cities, so many owners use boat transport, especially for larger boats.
Find Boat Transport, Towing & Delivery providers →Guides & FAQs
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Last verified October 7, 2026