Topock Gorge
Topock Gorge is a mountainous canyon and gorge section of the Colorado River located between Interstate 40 and Lake Havasu. The town of Needles, California, to the northwest, was named for the "needle-like" vertical rock outcroppings. The natural landmarks and river crossing by them were one of the journey markers for travelers on historic Route 66.
| Topock Gorge | |
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  Topock Gorge | |
| Location | Mohave County, Arizona / San Bernardino County, California, United States |
| Coordinates | 34°39′40″N 114°27′19″W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Average depth | 15 ft (4.6 m) |
| Surface elevation | 500 ft (150 m) |
| References | GNIS data |
Havasu National Wildlife Refuge
The Topock Gorge is within the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge, managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.[1] It features natural habitat, wildlife, scenic preservation, and archeology. Mojave people Indian petroglyphs are in the Gorge.
Fish species
Amphibians
References
- http://library.fws.gov/Refuges/havasu.pdf accessed 6/22/2010
External links
- Official Havasu National Wildlife Refuge website
- Great Blog with tons of pictures and video of the Topock Gorge
- Arizona Boating Locations Facilities Map
- Arizona Fishing Locations Map
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