47 Also, within Kofa National Wildlife Refuge, McPherson Pass Trail is a much-loved locale for off-roading. Seeking a longer adventure with even greater thrills? Experience America’s ultimate off-road excursion along the 750-mile Arizona Peace Trail. A great route connects Yuma to Bullhead City — ride the whole loop or explore the areas of your choosing. AllTrails.com has details on trails throughout the Yuma region. Sol y Soul-Cycle Smooth trails and well-paved paths make Yuma an idyllic cycling destination. On 110 acres, West Wetlands Park is a highly rated spot to bust out your bike. The park also features an inclusive playground, fishing pond, picnic area, butterfly garden, disc golf course and two beaches — call it your one-stop-shop for an outdoor excursion to remember. Across town, East Wetlands Park offers over 400 acres of marshy wetlands and cottonwood trees. Over decades of stewardship, this land has been carefully restored to pristine conditions for wildlife to flourish. Pedal just half a mile for striking views of the Ocean-to-Ocean Highway Bridge at Gateway Park. A 3-mile loop offers a scenic route between each park if you’d prefer to walk it out. In town without your wheels? No worries. Sonoran Cycles sells a variety of bikes and offers repair services. Cast a Line and Unwind Yuma offers great fishing thanks to its backwater channels and hidden lakes. Popular fishing destinations include Senator Wash, Xanyō Xamshré Lake, Mittry Lake, Ferguson Lake, Picacho State Recreation Area and Martinez Lake. A fishing license is required for those ages 10 and older. Drive north of downtown for 30 minutes and you’ll hit Mittry Lake Wildlife Area, a locally loved spot for taking in nature and casting a line. Enjoy 600 acres of water, 2,400 acres of marshland and three mountain ranges as your backdrop, making this a striking place to see what’s biting. For more information, call Arizona Game and Fish at 928.342.0091 or visit AZGFD.com. Learn more about our wide-open spaces. Telegraph Pass 47 East Wetlands Park
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