Why go
- City in California, United States.
- Served by Needles Airport (EED).
History
Needles is a city in San Bernardino County, in the Mojave Desert region of Southern California. Situated on the western banks of the Colorado River, Needles is located near the California border with Arizona and Nevada. The city is accessible via Interstate 40 and U.S. Route 95. The population was 4,931 at the 2020 census, up from 4,844 at the 2010 census.
Where to stay
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3408 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363 · fendersrvresorts.com
3520 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363 · rainbobeachresort.net
4170 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363 · palmsriverresort.com
100 Marina Dr, Needles, CA 92363 · needlesmarinaresort.com
1111 Pashard St, Needles, CA 92363 · riodelsolinn.com
8545 AZ-95, Mohave Valley, AZ 86440 · happytogetherrvresort.com
2306 W Broadway St, Needles, CA 92363 · redroof.com
1803 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363 · hilton.com
5400 Route 66, 5400 National Old Trails Rd, Needles, CA 92363 · koa.com
1902 5 Mile Rd, Needles, CA 92363 · calizonarvpark.com
1215 Hospitality Ln, Needles, CA 92363 · wyndhamhotels.com
2371 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363 · bestwestern.com
625 W Broadway St, Needles, CA 92363 · choicehotels.com
1195 3rd St Building B, Needles, CA 92363 · choicehotels.com
2104 Needles Hwy, Needles, CA 92363
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13184 Cove Pkwy, Topock, AZ 86436 · deserttrekvilla.eu
1420 J St, Needles, CA 92363 · motel6.com
Restaurants & places to go
Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-24:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-01:00; Su 10:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · 1036 East Broadway Street, Needles, 92363 · dominos.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 06:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · 221 J Street, Needles, 92363 · locations.jackinthebox.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway · 2451 Needles Highway, Needles, 92363 · restaurants.subway.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 05:00-23:00; Fr,Sa 05:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · Needles · mcdonalds.com
Ice Cream, Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway · 2451 West Broadway Street, Needles, 92363
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 · 1901 Needles Highway, Needles, 92363 · rivercitypizzaco.com
Indian, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 06:00-22:00 · 2411 West Broadway Street, Needles, 92363
Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:30; Tu off · 2302 West Broadway Street, Needles, 92363
Cafe · Opening hours: Tu-Fr 07:00-16:00; Sa,Su 08:00-14:00 · 1714 West Broadway Street, Needles, 92363
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 06:30-21:00; Fr,Sa 06:30-21:30 · 2420 Needles Highway, Needles, 92363
Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant
Restaurant · restaurant · 144 Marina Drive, Needles, 92363
Ice Cream · ice cream · 1401 Needles Highway, Needles, 92363
Cafe · cafe · 224 Chestnut Street, Needles, 92363
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Airports
Needles Airport (EED) 5.3 mi to the centre
Needles, CA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Laughlin Bullhead International Airport (IFP) 22 mi to the centre
Bullhead City, AZ, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Lake Havasu City Airport (HII) 23 mi to the centre
Lake Havasu City, AZ, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Fort Mojave Airstrip 2.2 mi to the centre
Mohave Valley, AZ, US
Eagle Airpark 3.3 mi to the centre
Bullhead City, AZ, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Needles Airport (EED); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Needles, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Local transit
Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
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