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Houston Fourth of JulyA Southwest Fourth of July
2011

If you are looking for something fun to do over the Fourth of July holiday, consider one of these trips into the American Southwest.

 

 

Lyman Lake State Park AZ

Created as an irrigation reservoir by damming the Little Colorado River, Lyman Lake State Park is a 1,200-acre park that encompasses the shoreline of a 1,500-acre reservoir at an elevation of 6,000 feet. The park offers Camping Cabins, Yurts, campsites, and group campsites. In addition to the recreation opportunities, Lyman Lake SP is also home to Rattlesnake Point Pueblo and Petroglyph Trail. These areas offer a glimpse of prehistory of Arizona. The July 4th weekend brings the annual Fire Over Water 4th of July Fireworks celebration, sponsored by the Arizona State Parks Foundation.
Source: Arizona State Parks

Lake Havasu, Arizona 4th of July

FREEDOM FESTIVAL & FIREWORKS SHOW
Festival at 4:00 pm at Rotary Park
Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm
Overlooking Thompson Bay
Free Admission

Laughlin, Nevada 4th of July

Location: Laughlin Riverwalk
Venue: Town-wide event
Start Date: 07/02/2011
End Date: 07/04/2011
Dark Date(s): N/A
Times: Dusk
Cost: Free for viewing

For the 21st year, this extraordinary fireworks display is one of the most spectacular and exciting in the West. Just after dark on Saturday, July 2 and again on Monday, July 4, huge rockets will be shot into the dark desert sky and the dazzling display will be reflected off the majestic Colorado River. Fabulous patriotic music will also be simulcast by Laughlin hotels and local radio stations. The best viewing is from the Riverwalk or from your favorite Laughlin hotel and casino.

Source: http://www.visitlaughlin.com/
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