Rollin' on the river

Yesterday we took the jet boat tour across Lake Havasu, up the Colorado River and through Topock Gorge. We saw lots of birds in the Havasu Wildlife Refuge, including a Bald Eagle.  Unfortunately, the wild burros and desert bighorn sheep were hiding.

The trip took about 3 hours, with interesting narration on river lore and natural history. 

Thousands of years ago, that large white dune was a submerged sand bar beneath the raging river.

Now the mighty Colorado River is tamed, but geology tells the story of what once was.

The lighthouse at the entrance to Lake Havasu channel.

I'm glad I made reservations last week, because we had the best seats at the front of the boat.  It was a fun and relaxing afternoon.

Today we drive back to Las Vegas and then fly home tomorrow.  All good things come to an end.