Where is Fort Mohave, Arizona, USA?

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Where is Fort Mohave Located? - Fort Mohave is a city located in the Mohave County of Arizona, United States. Fort Mohave lies between 35.9285 Degrees North latitudes and 89.9080 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Fort Mohave, Arizona

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Where is Fort Mohave Located?

Fort Mohave is a city located in the Mohave County of Arizona, United States. Fort Mohave lies between 35.9285 Degrees North latitudes and 89.9080 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Fort Mohave city is 16190 people and the city has a total area of 16.7 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Fort Mohave, Arizona Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
PlaceFort Mohave (Census-designated place)
CountyMohave County
StateArizona
State CapitalPhoenix
US RegionWestern United States
Latitude35.0069° N
Longitude114.5897° W
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Land Area16.84 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area16.86 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)16,190 (2020 Census)
Population Density961 per sq mi
ZIP Code86426
Area Code928
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7)
Time Zone DaylightArizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code04-24150
Congressional District9th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Fort Mohave, Arizona

  • Bullhead City, Arizona — 5 mi North
  • Mohave Valley, Arizona — 7 mi South
  • Laughlin, Nevada — 10 mi North
  • Needles, California — 16 mi South
  • Golden Valley, Arizona — 35 mi East
  • Kingman, Arizona — 37 mi East
  • Searchlight, Nevada — 49 mi North
  • Lake Havasu City, Arizona — 66 mi South
  • Boulder City, Nevada — 90 mi North
  • Las Vegas, Nevada — 95 mi North

Driving Distances from Fort Mohave, Arizona

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Bullhead CityArizona510 min
Mohave ValleyArizona712 min
LaughlinNevada1018 min
NeedlesCalifornia1620 min
Golden ValleyArizona3540 min
KingmanArizona3745 min
SearchlightNevada4955 min
Lake Havasu CityArizona661 hr 10 min
Boulder CityNevada901 hr 35 min
Las VegasNevada951 hr 45 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Fort Mohave, Arizona

CategoryInformation
Airport NameLaughlin/Bullhead International Airport
IATA CodeIFP
PortNot applicable
Major HighwaysArizona State Route 95, Interstate 40 (nearby), Arizona State Route 68
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak station is Needles, California
Local Bus/Transit ServiceBullhead Area Transit System (BATS)
  • Arizona State Route 95 is the primary highway connecting Fort Mohave with Bullhead City, Mohave Valley and Lake Havasu City.
  • Interstate 40, accessible via nearby Kingman and Needles, provides east-west travel across Arizona and California.
  • Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport offers commercial flights and serves the tri-state region of Arizona, Nevada and California.
  • Bullhead Area Transit System provides regional public transportation connecting Fort Mohave with nearby communities.

What are top Places to Visit in Fort Mohave, Arizona

Landmark NameType
Colorado RiverRiver Recreation Area
Avi Resort & CasinoResort & Casino
Fort Mojave Indian ReservationCultural & Historic Area
Laughlin RiverwalkEntertainment District
Katherine LandingMarina & Recreation Area
Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation AreaState Recreation Area
Bullhead City Community ParkPark
Needles Regional MuseumMuseum
Hooch's 95 Bar & Grill DistrictLocal Entertainment Area
Lake MohaveLake & Recreation Area

Colleges and Universities in Fort Mohave, Arizona

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Mohave Community College – Bullhead City CampusPublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, university transfer programs and workforce development
Northern Arizona University – Kingman CampusPublicUniversityTeacher education, business and bachelor's completion programs
Arizona State University OnlinePublicUniversityOnline undergraduate and graduate degree programs
Colorado River Union High School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic secondary education serving Fort Mohave and surrounding communities

Waterbodies in Fort Mohave, Arizona

Colorado River, Lake Mohave, Topock Marsh, Mohave Wash, Sacramento Wash, Beaver Dam Wash, Bill Williams River, Davis Dam Reservoir

Golf Courses in Fort Mohave, Arizona

Huukan Golf Club, Mojave Resort Golf Club, Laughlin Ranch Golf Club, Los Lagos Golf Club, El Rio Golf Club, Rivers Edge Golf Course

Fort Mohave, Arizona — Key Historical Facts

  • Fort Mohave originated as a U.S. Army military post established in 1859 along the Colorado River to protect travelers and trade routes in the Southwest.
  • The fort was strategically located near the homeland of the Mojave (Mohave) people and played an important role in military operations and regional settlement during the nineteenth century.
  • After the military post closed in 1890, the surrounding area gradually developed through agriculture, ranching, and river-based commerce.
  • The nearby Fort Mojave Indian Reservation remains the homeland of the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe, preserving the cultural heritage and traditions of the Mojave people.
  • Today, Fort Mohave is a growing residential community known for its proximity to the Colorado River, outdoor recreation, tribal history, gaming resorts, and its location within the Bullhead City–Laughlin metropolitan area.

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