Waterways:
Woods Canyon Lake
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Considered one of the busiest lakes above the Rim, Woods Canyon lake offers fishing, and small boat rentals. There is a general store and plenty of campgrounds. There is no swimming allowed in the lake at the request of the Arizona Game and Fish Department. There is a boat launch area for small boats such as canoes and boats with electric motors.

Acres: 55
Elevation: 7510 feet
Average Depth: 25 feet
Camping: Yes
Boat Launch: Yes
Motor: Single Electric Only
Fishing: Yes - with license
Water-skiing: No
Marina: Yes (dock with boat rental; general store)
Restrooms: Yes
Winter Freeze: Yes
Access Road: Paved

Summertime on Woods Canyon Lake.

To Get There:
From Fountain Hills take Shea Boulevard eastbound to the Beeline Highway (State Route 87). Turn left and follow 87 to Payson. In Payson turn right onto State Route 260. Follow 260 to the top of the Rim. Just as the highway crests the ascent there will be a left turn onto FR 300, the Old Rim Road. Follow this road until the pavement ends. Turn right into the lake area.

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

Woods Canyon Lake
Online:
http://www.woodscanyon.com

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Chevelon/Heber Districts
PO Box 968
Overgaard, AZ 85933
(520) 535-4481
Online:
http://www.fs.fed.us./r3/asnf

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