Bridgewater Channel: A Lake Havasu Boat Guide

The Bridgewater Channel is the waterway running beneath the London Bridge, connecting directly to the main body of Lake Havasu — and functionally the social and commercial hub of the entire lake.

What it is and why people visit

The channel is lined with restaurants, shops, and beach areas, anchored by the London Bridge itself. It combines sightseeing, dining, shopping, and swimming in one easily accessible stretch of water, which makes it a natural add-on to almost any day on the lake.

Getting there and what to expect

Accessible directly from the main lake, the channel typically carries the heaviest boat and jet ski traffic on Lake Havasu, especially on weekends. No-wake zones apply in parts of the channel, and slow, attentive driving matters more here than almost anywhere else.

What visitors can do there

Boat-in dining and shopping, swimming at nearby beach areas, and sightseeing around the bridge itself are the main draws — most visitors treat it as a stop rather than a full-day destination.

Busy periods

Weekends and holidays bring the heaviest channel traffic by a wide margin; a weekday visit is noticeably calmer if you'd rather avoid the crowds.