easy
Full-day event with overnight camping
Suitable for most fitness levels as the event does not involve strenuous activity
Camp beside the iconic London Bridge Renaissance Faire in Lake Havasu and step into a desert festival where history, crafts, and vibrant performances come alive under the Arizona sky.
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, sits where the Mojave Desert meets the Colorado River, a striking contrast of arid landscape with vibrant waters. Known primarily for the iconic London Bridge relocated from England, this city offers more than just scenic waterways — it hosts the London Bridge Renaissance Faire, a distinct adventure that blends outdoor living with historical reenactment energy.
The London Bridge Renaissance Faire provides a rare experience: admission to a lively, medieval-themed event alongside guest camping. For visitors craving a unique mix of festival excitement and outdoor immersion, the camping package offers proximity to the fair’s interactive jousts, artisan vendors, and theatrical performances, all framed by the desert’s warm evenings and star-filled skies. This is not a traditional wilderness camping trip: the setting combines the spirited atmosphere of renaissance tradition with the practical ease of a well-managed site.
What makes this destination singular in Arizona’s outdoor scene is the blend of cultural heritage and outdoor leisure within a desert environment. Most visitors arrive drawn by the promise of historical costumes and crafts, but find themselves drawn deeper into the rhythms of the desert night and the community forged around the campfires. Nearby, the Colorado River’s presence softens the desert heat, encouraging evening strolls and moments of calm between the day’s festivities.
The London Bridge Renaissance Faire stands out amidst Lake Havasu’s typical outdoor offerings — water sports and desert trails — by creating an event-based outdoor experience. It’s where cultural storytelling meets the kind of outdoors that allows for comfortable, engaging group participation. For travelers who want a break from conventional hikes or river excursions, this event’s blend of camping and festivity opens a door to a different side of outdoor adventure, one steeped in historical fun and Arizona’s natural allure.
Desert temperatures vary greatly from day to night; layers keep you comfortable during cooler evenings.
The desert sun is strong—sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses are crucial during daytime hours.
Popular events fill quickly; early arrival guarantees a better camp location near the festivities.
With desert dryness and active days, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
The London Bridge was relocated to Lake Havasu City in 1971, giving the area a unique British cultural landmark in the desert.
Event organizers encourage leave-no-trace camping practices to preserve the desert ecosystem around the faire grounds.
Provides shelter during overnight stays adjacent to the faire grounds.
Protects from intense desert sun during daytime outdoor activities.
summer specific
Ensures warmth during cool to cold desert nights.
fall|winter specific
Maintains hydration in dry desert air throughout the fair and camping.