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Fender's River Road Resort
At a Glance
- on the river
- clean rooms
- peaceful
- camping is $28-$40 a night
Pros
- several minutes from the freeway
- bare-bones amenities
Cons
Fender's River Road Resort Review
On a calm section of the Colorado River, this funky little 1960s-era motel-resort—one of the best-kept secrets in Needles—caters to families with shade trees and an area with grills and picnic tables.
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