Yuma
Great winter temperature —Yuma is located in the Yuma and
Gila valleys of southwestern Arizona and offers a climate that
blends desert sunshine with the cool waters of the Colorado
River. The southern Arizona desert is known for its summertime
heat, but it would be difficult to find a winter climate
more suitable to outdoor activities than Yuma's. Temperatures
hover in the 70s and the humidity readings are among the
lowest in the nation. Clean air and bright sunshine affords residents
and visitors alike a year round vista of surrounding
rugged mountains.
Ideal place to settle down —Ranked by Money Magazine as one
of the top places to live in the United States, many of the
people who visit Yuma return to raise a family, retire in comfort
or simply take advantage of being part of one of America's
fastest growing cities.
Interesting history —Yuma's rich history offers a variety of
options for those seeking to learn about the Old West. In
the 1850s, the Yuma Crossing was the gateway to California
for gold seekers. The Yuma Territorial Prison State Park
and Quartermaster Depot top the list of sites most visited
by tourists.
Supportive community —Military personnel assigned to
Yuma will find the community both supportive and friendly.
Quarterly "block parties" and other special events on the
downtown mall are excellent opportunities to get out and
meet the locals.
Abundant outdoor activities and shopping —Yuma residents
can enjoy the soothing waters of the Colorado River and
nearby lakes, lush golf courses, a diverse selection of restaurants
and shopping boutiques including the Yuma Palms Shopping
Center, natural wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
Unique wildlife —Yuma is surrounded by fantastic wildlife
viewing areas. Betty's Kitchen Interpretive Trail, located off
Avenue 7E, is a popular spot for bird watchers and bluegill
fishermen. Largemouth bass, stripers and channel catfish are
plentiful in Mitry Lake and the Colorado River. Hunters come
to Yuma from all over the West to enjoy the abundance of
dove, pheasant, chukar and bobwhite quail.
There are also three National Wildlife Refuges within an
hour's drive. The Cibola, Imperial and Kofa National Wildlife
Refuges provide hiking trails with signs identifying points of
interest and types of plants.
