Waterways:
Canyon Lake
Tonto National Forest

Canyon Lake is considered by many to be the most picturesque lake of the Salt River chain of lakes. Steep rock walls rise up from the water's edge as the lake meanders back into a narrow canyon. A popular pastime on this lake is a cruise on the Dolly Steamboat that leads visitors back into the depths of the canyon. Access to the lake is by way of the Apache Trail out of Apache Junction. From Apache Junction to just past Canyon Lake at Tortilla Flat, the road is paved. Just the road to this lake is a real treat for the eyes as it passes through the Superstition Mountains.

Acres: 926
Elevation: 1,660 feet
Average Depth: 130 feet
Camping: Yes
Boat Launch: Yes
Motor: Any size.
Fishing: Yes - with license
Water-skiing: Yes
Marina: Yes
Restrooms: Yes
Winter Freeze: No
Access Road: Paved

For more information about Canyon Lake call, or visit online, the following contacts.

Canyon Lake Marina
Tel. (602-944-6504

SRP Customer Information Center
1505 N. Project Dr.
Tempe, AZ
Telephone: (602) 236-8888
Office Hours: 8a.m. - 6p.m. (M - F)

SRP - Canyon Lake Water Operations
http://www.srpnet.com

Tonto National Forest
Mesa Ranger District
26 N. McDonald, Room 120
PO Box 5800
Mesa, AZ 85211-5800
Tel. (480) 610-3346
Online:
http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto

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