Mexico is close by at Algedones MX. You will need a passport to cross the border come June 1, Be aware most Mexican food in this area is pretty bland. This area doesn't make very spicy food when compared to Tex-Mex food. The tortilla actually has more flavor if you like eating flour have at it.
I love the weather here, but the attitudes leave a bit to be desired. Old Surrender. The best parts of Yuma is its proximity to Mexico and that it's on the Interstate heading to San Diego.
Vegas is a few hours north, too. Originally Posted by rckc Just get your housing sprayed monthly, don't lay flat stuff like plywood, cardboard etc And black widows do come inside, btw.
If you have a atv or buggie, the dunes are on the west end of town and a blast. You can be in San diego for lunch, sit on the beach for a couple of hours and drive home by dark.
The snowbirds will drive you nuts at a aggravating 35mph. But, they are your parents someday, and you too. Relax, wave at 'em. Irritates the dickens out of them. Yuma,like anywhere, has it's positive side IF you want to find it.
Not too many years ago they found a WWII bomber that had crashed, never found, and it was located near the interstate! There's a great race track there if your hubby enjoys racing. Lots of western history, the old prison haunted , miles of open area. And there is a collection going on for mikec34 to leave this horrid horrid state, wanta contribute? Originally Posted by drb Please register to post and access all features of our very popular forum.
It is free and quick. Additional giveaways are planned. Detailed information about all U. Posting Quick Reply - Please Wait. User-defined colors Preset color patterns. Opacity: Opacity. The majority of visitors come between November and April when the temperatures are cooler but the sun shines brightly.
The military has had a presence in Yuma for over years. The United States Army built Fort Yuma in as a depot that distributed supplies to soldiers throughout the west. Fly Field was established by the Army in The Marine Corps took over in and used the area as a training base until The field now serves as an academic center of military aviation.
Other industries provide a lot of jobs in Yuma, such as construction, manufacturing, retail, finance, real estate, and more. For all of the amazing things you just learned about Yuma, there are, understandably, some cons to the area. Read on to see if the good outweighs the bad for this city. Arizona has been in some type of drought stage since To have enough water for all of its crops, Yuma has to use water from the Colorado River.
Farmers have to submit orders to the irrigation district to ensure they have enough water for their crops. After ordering water, they have to wait two to three days for the water to reach the canals at the edges of their fields. Droughts also affect domestic water use. If you settle in Yuma, you might have periods where you have to restrict your water usage at home. Water costs can elevate your utility bill as well.
The hottest days are between June and September. This extreme heat can take some getting used to if you plan to live here year-round. That being said, the humidity in Yuma is lower than in many other areas, and dry heat feels less oppressive than wet heat.
These high temperatures decline by October, making fall, winter, and spring feel amazing comparatively. The sales tax rate in Yuma is 8. The average sales tax across the United States is 7.
This is currently a con, but there is also slow job growth in the city, so it might not be a problem for long. Jobs have been increasing, with a projected growth of This is still lower than the predicted growth of Before you make a major move, you want to weigh the pros and cons of your potential new city. However, the weather gets scorching during the summer. Also, finding the right school means you have to commute to get to the nearest best school. This can be frustrating, especially if you are not used to it.
There are numerous things to do in Yuma. If you are an outdoors person, then Yuma is the best place to take a hike. If you love dining then Yuma has amazing restaurants. If you love and enjoy nature, you can try hiking in the area. Yuma has fantastic hiking trails like the imperial nation wildlife refuge and the telegraph pass. If you want to take a more challenging trail that will elevate your cardio, you can try the telegraph pass.
This trail is challenging to follow since you will be climbing a hill. But the breathtaking views at the end of the trail are worth. If you want to enjoy the beautiful nature and the Colorado River, then the imperial national wildlife refuge trail is the best one for you. Yuma has amazing restaurants, and you can try some of the amazing dishes.
If you love tasting new foods, then you have a lot of options to try out. You can try dishes ranging from delicious tortillas to amazing coconut curry. The town has great events and scenes for entertainment.
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