The Colorado River fuels high-speed jet boat runs, fishing dawns, and casino-lit dinner cruises, all within Laughlin’s desert oasis.

What to know

The most popular boat rental styles around Laughlin include:

• Pontoons & deck boats for sandbar stops or family cruises.
• Jet boats & ski boats for ripping the Colorado’s smooth stretches. Each river bend hides shallow zones—captains know the Colorado cold.