Section of the Colorado River in Arizona–California
Topock Gorge is a mountainous canyon and gorge section of the Colorado River located between Interstate 40 and Lake Havasu . The town of Needles, California , to the northwest, was named for the "needle-like" vertical rock outcroppings . The natural landmarks and river crossing by them were one of the journey markers for travelers on historic Route 66 .[citation needed
Havasu National Wildlife Refuge [ ] The Topock Gorge is within the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge , managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service .[1] habitat , wildlife , scenic preservation, and archeology. Mojave people Indian petroglyphs are in the Gorge.
Fish species [ ] Rainbow Largemouth Bass Striped Bass Crappie Sunfish Catfish (Channel) Carp Amphibians
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