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LAKES

Lakes in Prescott, Arizona

Goldwater Lake

Goldwater Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Goldwater Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Goldwater Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Goldwater Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Offers fishing, canoeing, nature trails, a playground, and picnic areas. Goldwater Lake features a 15-acre lake with dock, boat launch, restrooms, ramada, playground equipment, picnic tables, sand volleyball court, and horseshoe pits. 
Location:
​2900 S Goldwater Lake Rd
Prescott, AZ 86303
Summer Hours:
7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Winter Hours:
7:00 AM to Sunset  Parking Fees
$3.00

Lynx Lake

Lynx Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Lynx Lake (photo by Scott Blackwell)
Lynx Lake (photo by Paxson Woelber)
Lynx Creek (photo by Michael Wilson)
One of the most popular recreation areas in central Arizona. Mild weather, the cool ponderosa pine forest, a serene 55-acre lake, trout fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, archaeological sites, and bird watching attract visitors from throughout Arizona, and bring them back again and again. Lynx Lake offers This 55-acre lake quietly sets amidst tall pines in the cool Bradshaw Mountains high country just a few miles southeast of Prescott, Arizona. Lynx Lake is a relatively small lake, yet it draws over 125,000 visitors annually. At a 5,500 foot elevation, the cool, refreshing summer temperatures attracts a great number of visitors from the Phoenix area wanting to escape the desert heat. Lynx is the centerpiece of the Prescott National Forest and features boating, fishing, camping, hiking and tranquil solitude. Swimming in the lake is prohibited. Access to the lake has been provided for the physically challenged. Only boats with electric motors are permitted on the lake, but the calm sapphire waters are ideal for kayaking, sailing and canoeing enthusiasts. 
Location:
Lynx Lake, Arizona 86303
Hours:
March 1 - April 30
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
May 1 - September 30
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
October 1 - February 28
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Parking Fees
$5.00

Willow Lake

Willow Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Willow Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Willow Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Willow Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Willow Lake at Willow Lake Park is located just a few miles from downtown Prescott, Arizona near Watson Lake. It is an ideal place for canoeing, kayaking and bird-watching, or just sit on the rocks of Granite Dells and enjoy views and refreshing air. Recreation includes boating, fishing, hiking and picnicking. Willow Lake has a water surface area of about 400 acres.​
Location:
​1497 Heritage Park Rd Prescott, AZ 86301
Summer Hours:
7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Winter Hours:
7:00 AM to Sunset  Parking Fees
$3.00

Watson Lake

Watson Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Watson Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Watson Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
Watson Lake (photo by Michael Wilson)
This beautiful lake, just four miles away from downtown Prescott, features fishing, boating, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, camping and day picnicking – something for everyone.  The scenic park allows access to Watson Woods, as well as the boulders of the Granite Dells. Showers are available for overnight campers (overnight camping is only available during summer months).
Location:
​3101 Watson Lake Rd Prescott, AZ 86301​
Summer Hours:
7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Winter Hours:
7:00 AM to Sunset  Parking Fees
$3.00
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