Anyone in Yuma?

[bagged97taco]

Any members in Yuma this weekend. This is my first time to the lower river. We are at a friends place on Martinez lake. Place is pretty sweet so far. Could get used to being here compared to local lakes in Phx.

 

[MK1MOD0]

Missed ya by a weekend. Enjoy and keep an eye out for sandbars. Best to follow locals the first time out. Good news, it’s all sand down there.

 

[Duramax]

Any members in Yuma this weekend. This is my first time to the lower river. We are at a friends place on Martinez lake. Place is pretty sweet so far. Could get used to being here compared to local lakes in Phx. View attachment 910809

Please report back! I am over the lakes around here too and want to venture out, lower river especially. I just have no clue where to stay, launch. etc,etc. Have fun, and please let the people know who have never been what to expect.

 

[brgrcru]

Watch out for snaping turtles , big alligators , piranha .

 

[scouter]

Yes. I live here. Where at the lake are you staying?

 

[DaytonaBabe]

The Lower River is closed, sorry.


Be sure to have good polarized sunglasses. The warmer tint lenses work best to pull the sandbars out. It's also a good idea to follow a boat larger than yours (not too close) to see the line they take.

We'll be out, but are riding with friends instead of launching our boat, otherwise I'd say you could follow us.

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[Chamaco]

We'll be out today, If I can get off these conference calls. Look out for this boat.

 

[Ziggy]

I heard lower river was closed.....and that it sux......and the local inhabitants are mean fuggers with big guns and loads of ammo

 

[bagged97taco]

We are 100% guests this weekend. No rv no boat no worries. It’s pretty sweet down here. Whole different ball game from the lakes I’m used to. Pretty scary to see the bottom of the river, we will bring our boat next time for sure

 

[bagged97taco]

Yes. I live here. Where at the lake are you staying?

We are on the NE point. House with all the palm trees

 

[blue wonder]

Look for me tomorrow, we are headed out now but our place is down at hidden shores (7 miles south from Martinez)...you’ll love the river down here it’s pretty bitchen

 

[blue wonder]

Looking at you avatar I take it you race as well as do I...there will be a couple pretty fast boats out to play tomorrow, QE TPR and the other a blown alcohol Placecraft

 

[bagged97taco]

Yea I saw Jake and the place craft today. Hopped on the jet ski and went to talk to Jake for a bit. My buddy was supposed to come with his winger but he backed out. Wish I would have brought the race boat. Next time for sure I’ll keep an eye out for you. - paul

 

[scouter]

We are on the NE point. House with all the palm trees

Dude, every place out here has palm trees.......

NE Point? where is that? We are at Meers Point on the north shore.......

 

[woodagain]

I’m curious , what’s your take on the
Lower River after spending time here?

 

[bagged97taco]

I’m curious , what’s your take on the
Lower River after spending time here? View attachment 911879

I loved it. Thinks it perfect for my flatty. But not so sure about the 25’ boat. Just have to get used to the water levels

 

[woodagain]

I loved it. Thinks it perfect for my flatty. But not so sure about the 25’ boat. Just have to get used to the water levels

 

[woodagain]

Bring your flatly down for Yuma Power Tour in October

 

[cakemoto]

I seen quite a few people recently pulling out of blythe and heading down that way my buddy Jason loves it down there

 

[woodagain]

I seen quite a few people recently pulling out of blythe and heading down that way my buddy Jason loves it down there

The crowds have been constantly larger this year more than likely because of Covid but it’s amazing how empty the river and sandbars are on a Sunday.
The larger boats and wake freighters are challenged by the
Sandbars but it thins out the crowds and rookies further up river for skiing.

 

[wiseone]

Flatties & fast jets are always a good time on the lower river

 

[Duramax]

Where is a good place to get a room or a little cabin for the weekend, that either has a launch ramp or a launch ramp is near by? We are wanting to go middle of next month. Hopefully I can follow some of you around for a bit.

 

[FlatBottomGuy]

Where is a good place to get a room or a little cabin for the weekend, that either has a launch ramp or a launch ramp is near by? We are wanting to go middle of next month. Hopefully I can follow some of you around for a bit.

I am interested in the same thing...or even rv spots. What are the good places to go and run a flat down there?

 

[wzuber]

How far below cibola refuge is it via the hwy?

 

[TITTIES AND BEER]

I love going to Yuma great places to eat .

 

[woodagain]

Where is a good place to get a room or a little cabin for the weekend, that either has a launch ramp or a launch ramp is near by? We are wanting to go middle of next month. Hopefully I can follow some of you around for a bit.

Plenty of private homes and trailers for rent.
Launch ramps are public and close .
The other option would be

hotels in Yuma which is a 1/2 hr drive. It’s not Parker or Havasu so don’t expect the full contingent of restaurants and bars , a little more laid back.

 

[FlatBottomGuy]

Plenty of private homes and trailers for rent.
Launch ramps are public and close .
The other option would be View attachment 912253 hotels in Yuma which is a 1/2 hr drive. It’s not Parker or Havasu so don’t expect the full contingent of restaurants and bars , a little more laid back.

Please excuse my ignorance as i have never been down this far...is martinez the best spot for rv camping down there? Looking to come down with the family and couple buddies for a weekend to burn some fuel. PM me if needed.

 

[woodagain]

Please excuse my ignorance as i have never been down this far...is martinez the best spot for rv camping down there? Looking to come down with the family and couple buddies for a weekend to burn some fuel. PM me if needed.

There are no campsites on the water, you might try Hidden Shores for that.
There are dry campsites but the campsites with hookups are normally booked up.
Check with Fishers Landing for campsites.

 

[ELCHINGONROGERS]

I loved it. Thinks it perfect for my flatty. But not so sure about the 25’ boat. Just have to get used to the water levels

i think its sweet down there only 2 hour drive for me wish i could go down there all the time

 

[Duramax]

Plenty of private homes and trailers for rent.
Launch ramps are public and close .
The other option would be View attachment 912253 hotels in Yuma which is a 1/2 hr drive. It’s not Parker or Havasu so don’t expect the full contingent of restaurants and bars , a little more laid back.

Ok, is there a certain area I should get a home or trailer to rent? What is a Fishers Landing exactly? Just a launch? Sorry for the questions.

 

[woodagain]

Martinez Lake and Fishers Landing are adjacent to each other.
Martinez has very few campsites if any.
Fishers Landing has dry camping and sites with hookups. They both have launch ramps.
They have private homes and trailers for rent. Check out vacation rentals for that area.
Check out LOWER RIVER JUNKIES on Facebook for info also.
Good luck

 

[bagged97taco]

i think its sweet down there only 2 hour drive for me wish i could go down there all the time

My motor. Your Rogers = Lower river boat. Was mad that Jeremy couldn’t come with his winger.

 

[wzuber]

My motor. Your Rogers = Lower river boat. Was mad that Jeremy couldn’t come with his winger.

You need a Roger's hull to go w/your mota?

 

[Mandelon]

Camping also available down by Senator's Wash area at Squaw Lake. It connects to the river just north from Hidden Shores.

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch | Bureau of Land Management

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch are located on the backwaters of the Colorado River directly above Imperial Dam. The site contains RV and tent camping sites, a boat launch, and a day use area for all kinds of outdoor adventure. There are fees for day-use and overnight...

www.blm.gov

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch:
T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch are located on the backwaters of the Colorado River directly above Imperial Dam. The site contains RV and tent camping sites, a boat launch, and a day use area for all kinds of outdoor adventure. There are fees for day-use and overnight use. Visitors must pay daily fees at self-registration fee pipes located at the site or at the BLM Yuma Field Office. Annual permits are available for purchase at the Yuma Field Office. Camping use is limited to 14 days in any 28-day period. There are no lifeguards on duty. Legal boat speed in Squaw Lake is 5 mph, no wake. No wake zone ends at Colorado River. In addition to existing rules and regulations, there are supplemental rules which are used to help manage this campground.
ADA Info:
Restrooms have accessible stalls.

 

[MK1MOD0]

Hidden shores is your best bet for hook ups. Senators wash is dry only. But usually easy to get a spot. Senators Seems A bit busier in the winter.

 

[TITTIES AND BEER]

Camping also available down by Senator's Wash area at Squaw Lake. It connects to the river just north from Hidden Shores.

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch | Bureau of Land Management

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch are located on the backwaters of the Colorado River directly above Imperial Dam. The site contains RV and tent camping sites, a boat launch, and a day use area for all kinds of outdoor adventure. There are fees for day-use and overnight...

www.blm.gov

T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch:
T.K. Jones Campground at Squaw Lake and Boat Launch are located on the backwaters of the Colorado River directly above Imperial Dam. The site contains RV and tent camping sites, a boat launch, and a day use area for all kinds of outdoor adventure. There are fees for day-use and overnight use. Visitors must pay daily fees at self-registration fee pipes located at the site or at the BLM Yuma Field Office. Annual permits are available for purchase at the Yuma Field Office. Camping use is limited to 14 days in any 28-day period. There are no lifeguards on duty. Legal boat speed in Squaw Lake is 5 mph, no wake. No wake zone ends at Colorado River. In addition to existing rules and regulations, there are supplemental rules which are used to help manage this campground.
ADA Info:
Restrooms have accessible stalls.

I didn’t care for Squaw it was like a zoo

 

[Duramax]

Martinez Lake and Fishers Landing are adjacent to each other.
Martinez has very few campsites if any.
Fishers Landing has dry camping and sites with hookups. They both have launch ramps.
They have private homes and trailers for rent. Check out vacation rentals for that area.
Check out LOWER RIVER JUNKIES on Facebook for info also.
Good luck

Thank you very much.