Laughlin

Laughlin
Laughlin is a census-designated place (CDP) in Clark County, Nevada, United States, and a port located on the Colorado River.

Laughlinis anunincorporated townandcensus-designated placeinClark County,Nevada,United States, and a port located on theColorado River. Laughlin is 90 miles (140km) south ofLas Vegas, located in the far southern tip of Nevada. It is best known for its gaming, entertainment, and water recreation.

Its name comes fromDon Laughlin, anOwatonna, Minnesota, native who purchased the southern tip of Nevada in 1964 (informally called South Pointe). At the time, Don Laughlin operated the 101 Club in Las Vegas. He opened what would become the Riverside Resort, and later wanted to call the community Riverside or Casino, but the post office opted for Laughlin instead.

Laughlin is the third most visitedcasinoand resort destination in the state after Las Vegas andReno, and is one of the top five destinations for AmericanRVenthusiasts. Itis also advertised as a family-friendly destination. Being located on the river, outdoor and family activities are emphasized. Many of the casinos that line the Colorado River are linked by an unofficial pedestrian thoroughfare known as the Laughlin Riverwalk.

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