Location: Yuma
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The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Yuma, Arizona (AZ)
Once a busy river port sending military supplies shipped from California to forts and camps in the Southwest to fight the Apache wars, today Yuma is a winter retreat for thousands of visitors craving its warm, dry and sunny climate. With warm weather comes golf, and the city has several excellent courses. Bird watchers will enjoy the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge, which is rich in migratory bird life and also offers hiking, fishing and boating facilities. For a step back in time to the days of frontier justice, visit the Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, whose prison dates back to 1876, or the Yuma Crossing State Historic Park, for a walk through restored historic buildings. If these sites whet your appetite for more pioneer lore, check out the Century House Museum, which is chock full of pioneer artifacts and exhibits. And, speaking of appetite, be sure to stop for burgers and fries at Lutes Casino, Arizona's oldest pool hall, where old movie memorabilia graces the walls.
Restaurants in Yuma
1. Valley Aquatic Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Valley Aquatic Center offers a wide range of great amenities, that will help keep you cool in the pool including: O° Entry Pool, 18' water slide, fun water features, concessions, shaded picnic tables, lounge chairs and more! Visitors can also rent the facility for pool parties. Plus, the Valley Aquatic Center also holds aquatics programs operated by the City of Yuma Parks and Recreation.
2. DOSIS VR Games
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Virtual Reality Arcade DOSIS VR Games is your destination to immerse in a virtual reality world! Book your session, birthday party or event and experience being in the center of the action with our amazing selection of single and multiplayer games
3. West Wetlands Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Home to the treasured Stewart Vincent Wolfe Creative Playground, the 110‐acre West Wetlands Park is a well beloved jewel of the citizens of Yuma. The 30 acres of the “lower bench” are restored with native trees and grasses and offer beautiful walking paths for people to enjoy. The additional 30 acres of the “upper bench” are developed with a pond, picnic ramadas, playground areas and more.
Reviewed By karenfurg
This park is well-maintained and felt safe. A lovely place to see and photograph wildlife and desert plants, along the Colorado River bank. Plenty of shady spots for relief from Yuma’s sun. We saw rabbits, ground squirrels, lizards, and quail. I grew up in Yuma before this park existed, and was thrilled to experience it while visiting decades after I moved to the east coast. Thank you, City of Yuma, for proving a nice place for residents and visitors to enjoy.
4. Lutes Casino
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 227 reviews
Get some local flavor at the state's oldest pool hall, which is no longer a casino but serves up its famous Especial Burger, a combination hot dog and hamburger.
Reviewed By Eagles1096 - Phoenix, United States
I have been to Lutes many times and everything I’ve tried is awesome. This includes their famous especial that has a hot dog/ hamburger combo.. amazing burger. But this last visit I tried the Reuben and have to say it’s one of the best I’ve had! I now have have to go back for the Reuben and eventually try other items on the menu. In addition to the great food/ drinks Lutes offers an un repeatable felling of being in Yuma, a must food experience if in Yuma.
5. Z Fun Factory
6. Sprague's Sports Indoor Range
7. Harkins Yuma Palms 14
8. Ray Smucker Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
This 15 acre park features a one mile walking track, large playground, picnic areas, two lighted ramadas, restrooms, large open play spaces, and new outdoor fitness equipment
9. Paradise Casino
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By woodster1234 - Calgary, Canada
We stop here a couple of times a year. Variety of slots, floor service, bingo, lots of parking. Win some lose some, but pretty consistant payouts. Can be crowded at times. Smoke free area.
10. Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex
The PAAC is Yuma’s all new, elite tournament complex. Located near shopping, hotels, and restaurants, this multi-sport facility sits on 50 acres and features unrivaled amenities including 6 pristine 325’ softball fields including a championship field, state of the art PA systems and digital scoreboards on every field, covered picnic areas, playground, concessions and much more.
