La Paz Arizona Map

About La Paz, Arizona

La Paz is a locality in La Paz County, Arizona, United States. It has a population of 22,000. The population density is 18.0 people per km². La Paz is located at 34.0061°N, 113.9536°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. ZIP code: 85346.

La Paz unfolds across the arid expanse of Arizona, a place where the earth itself seems to hold its breath under the relentless sun. It lies 39.2 miles south-southeast of Lake Havasu, AZ (from Lake Havasu, AZ: bearing 147°T), and is situated 30.4 miles east-northeast of Colorado River Indian Reservation. The landscape is a study in muted tones, ochre dust and pale greens giving way to the distant, hazy outline of the Bouse Hills. The Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area, a vast, unprotected stretch of desert, begins right at La Paz's doorstep, offering an unfiltered glimpse into the raw, untamed beauty of the Sonoran Desert. The Central Arizona Project Aqueduct, a vital artery of life, hums nearby, a constant reminder of the ingenuity required to thrive in this sun-baked realm. The air here often carries a dry warmth, punctuated by the rustle of unseen creatures in the sparse vegetation. The history of La Paz is one deeply intertwined with the promise and peril of the desert's bounty, though records are sparse and often lost to the shifting sands of time. Early settlers were drawn by whispers of mineral wealth, a fleeting allure that shaped the initial character of this remote outpost. The local economy, a resilient tapestry woven from necessity and adaptation, has historically relied on mining and ranching, industries that demand a profound understanding of the unforgiving environment. More recently, a modest growth in tourism, drawn by the stark beauty and the quietude, has begun to diversify its economic base, offering a gentle counterpoint to the rugged traditions. The enduring spirit of La Paz is one of self-reliance and a quiet perseverance against the vastness of its surroundings. The cultural character of La Paz is one of understated resilience, a quiet strength forged in the crucible of the desert sun and the mile-deep silences. The local event calendar is often dictated by the seasons, with community gatherings that celebrate the simple rhythms of life, perhaps a potluck under the vast, star-dusted sky or a small fair showcasing local crafts. While no globally recognized figures hail from La Paz, the individuals who have shaped its identity are those who have deeply understood and respected the land. The Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area itself serves as a silent, imposing landmark, a constant invitation to contemplation and an appreciation for the unadorned grandeur that defines La Paz. The quality of light at dusk, casting long, dramatic shadows across the plains, is a daily spectacle that imbues the place with a profound, almost spiritual, beauty.

About This La Paz Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of La Paz, Arizona — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.006109, -113.953647. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on La Paz and La Paz County.

Detailed location data for La Paz includes the ZIP code (85325), telephone area code (480), county seat of La Paz County (Parker), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct La Paz is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.