The One Pristine Inland Beach In Arizona That Will Make You Swear You're On The Coast
By Melissa Mahoney|Published June 29, 2023
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Melissa Mahoney
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I'm an east coast girl living in a west coast world. I grew up in New England before moving to SoCal for several years. I then lived in NYC or a year before moving to AZ in 2009. I worked in the entertainment industry for many years of my adult life and have a deep love for photography, writing, and traveling around the U.S. as well as to far-flung locations around the world. Travel is my life and writing about it is a dream!
Arizona may be landlocked but that doesn’t mean there aren’t places that will make you feel like you’re on the coast. With over 100 lakes, some with sandy beaches and swimming, you can find your own slice of paradise and pretend you’re at a beach along the ocean. If this sounds lovely to you, then make your way to Yuma’s Centennial Beach, a pristine inland beach in Arizona.
Located within the 110-acre West Wetlands Park in Yuma is one of the top-rated beaches in Arizona. Centennial Beach provides a wonderful escape and some fun under the Arizona sun.
If you're taking kids with you, be sure to pack some shovels and pails because they will certainly want to play in the sand! Build some sandcastles with them and create some fun summer memories.
You can also hike along the Colorado River within the park. In addition, there's an equestrian trail, a boat ramp, a playground, picnic tables, grills, gardens, and more.
Between the lovely Centennial Beach and all its other amenities, West Wetlands Park in Yuma is such a great
place for anyone, especially families, to spend the day!
Have you ever spent some time at Centennial Beach in Yuma? Do you have another favorite inland beach in Arizona? Let us know in the comments. To learn more about Centennial Beach, head to the City of Yuma website and follow the City of Yuma’s Facebook page.
Did you know that Yuma has over 300 sunny days each year? Learn more about the sunniest city in Arizona! You may also want to spend a night or more at one of Yuma’s many rentals.
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