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If visiting Laughlin, Nevada there are several tours, including a river cruise aboard the U.S.S. Riverside. The fully narrated excursion is 1 hour & 20 minutes and details the many features of the region.

The U.S.S. Riverside is the only casino cruiser designed to go under the Laughlin/Bullhead City Bridge – taking you up to the Davis Dam. It also passes by each of the Laughlin Hotels & Casinos on the Colorado River, Goat Island and more.

It features a shaded upper deck & climate-controlled lower deck, restrooms and snacks and beverages from a full-service bar for purchase.

The boat dock is at Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino and cruises take place Wednesday to Sunday at 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 4:30pm. Prices: Adults $15, Children 3-12 $7 and under 3 free.

It is also available for charters, weddings and parties. Official Website

Is this river cruise worth your time? Yes, if you want to relax and learn some history about the region.

Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino address: 1650 South Casino Drive, Laughlin

Upper Deck
Upper Deck
Laughlin/Bullhead City Bridge
Davis Dam
4/14/2024 Cruising down the Colorado River
Passing the Grand Celebration River Cruise (another option)
Harrah’s
Laughlin River Lodge
Golden Nugget
Pioneer
Edgewater
Riverside
Colorado Belle (permanently closed)