Yuma Vacation Rentals

Tucked away in southwest Arizona near the Mexican border, Yuma is all about riverside recreation, desert dunes, flavorful cuisine, and cultural events. Experience Yuma at its vacation rentals.

Learn About Arizona’s Fascinating History at Yuma’s Museums

Arizona's prison history comes alive at the Yuma Territorial Park and Museum, where you can still see former prison cells in caves. For a re-creation of a desert ghost mining town, check out the Castle Dome Mines Museum.

The 3,000-year old traditions of the Cocopah people await at the Cocopah Museum and Cultural Center in Somerton, a 20-minute drive away. Back in town, check out what's happening at the Yuma Art Center, which regularly hosts theatre, visual art events, concerts, and festivals.

Experience Yuma's Natural Wonders

Soak in the glories of the desert night sky at the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge and the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. Get those binoculars ready for the thousands of migratory birds that arrive at the West Wetlands and Gateway Park.

Angling opportunities abound at the Imperial Dam Area and Martinez Lake, both replete with fish. Closer to home and a short walk from downtown Yuma are the 500-acre Yuma East Wetlands. Finally, don't miss the easy and scenic hiking and biking opportunities along Yuma's trail network.

Go Wild at Yuma’s Rodeos and Fairs

The festival calendar kicks off with the Yuma Territorial Marathon, where runners can experience Arizona's spectacular desertscapes to the fullest. Rodeo, equestrian events, marching bands and dance are part of February's Yuma Jaycee Silver Spur Rodeo. The Festival Cultural de Cine in March features works by Hispanic and Latino filmmakers.

Gear up for America's premier county fair in May as the Yuma County Fair ushers in typical fair food, carnival rides, and a good ol' derby. The Rio de Cerveza Brew Fest, an October tradition, is perfect for savouring the region's brews and traditional eats.

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