Apache Lake Boat Access
Open year-round for dispersed boat-in camping. No reservations, first-come first-served. No facilities available; pack in all water and supplies, pack out all trash.
Dust Advisory issued August 9 at 5:56PM MST until August 9 at 6:45PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a * Dust Advisory for... Maricopa County in south central Arizona... Pinal County in southeastern Arizona... * Until 645 PM MST. * At 556 PM MST, a wall of dust was along a line extending from 9 miles east of Magma to Florence to near Coolidge Airport, moving west at 30 mph. HAZARD...Less than one mile visibility with strong wind in excess of 40 mph. SOURCE...Doppler radar. IMPACT...Hazardous travel. * This includes the following highways... AZ Interstate 10 between mile markers 175 and 204. AZ Interstate 8 between mile markers 168 and 178. AZ Route 87 between mile markers 124 and 160. Locations impacted include... Chandler, Casa Grande, Florence, Coolidge, Sun Lakes, Queen Creek, Arizona City, La Palma, Blackwater, Chandler Heights, Toltec, San Tan Valley, Magma, Coolidge Airport, and Olberg.
Special Weather Statement issued August 9 at 5:29PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
At 526 PM MST, radar indicated scattered strong thunderstorms were located across Gila County and eastern Pinal and Maricopa Counties. Movement was west at 15 mph. Conditions are becoming more favorable for the development of additional thunderstorms and the progression of strong westward- moving outflow boundaries. Some storms may become strong to severe. Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail will be possible. Strong, gusty winds will be capable of producing areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities, especially in Pinal County. Locations impacted include... Mesa, Gilbert, Apache Junction, Florence, Fountain Hills, Coolidge, Superior, Sycamore Creek, Roosevelt, East Mesa, Sunflower, Gold Canyon, Sugarloaf Mountain, Ballantine Trailhead, Round Valley, Queen Creek, Gold Camp, Usery Mountain Park, San Tan Valley, and Florence Junction. This includes the following highways... US Highway 60 between mile markers 188 and 240. AZ Route 87 between mile markers 125 and 144, and between mile markers 189 and 229. AZ Route 202 between mile markers 23 and 37. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may cause localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
SR260 Lion Springs Construction Site Public Health and Safety Closure Order
SR260 Lion Springs Construction Site closed.
About
Apache Lake Boat Access provides primitive dispersed camping along the north shore of Apache Lake in the Tonto National Forest. This boat-in-only area sits among the dramatic canyon walls that define the lake, formed in 1927 when Horse Mesa Dam was completed. The remote setting offers a chance to escape developed campgrounds and experience the rugged Sonoran Desert landscape from the water. This is true backcountry camping with no developed facilities whatsoever. There is no potable water, no restrooms, no trash service, and no fire rings or tables. Campers must bring all water and supplies and pack out all trash. The area is popular with boaters seeking solitude, anglers targeting trout and warm-water species, and wildlife enthusiasts hoping to spot desert bighorn sheep on the cliffs above. Boat launches are available at Apache Lake Marina or Burnt Corral Campground on the south shore. A Tonto Daily Pass or Discovery Pass plus Watercraft Sticker is required for all watercraft on the lake.
Directions
Accessible by boat only from the north shore of Apache Lake. Launch from Apache Lake Marina or Burnt Corral Campground on the south shore via AZ Highway 88 (Apache Trail). Note: SR 88 between Fish Point and Apache Lake Marina may have closures; check current road conditions.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (602) 225-5395 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Tonto NF Apache Lake Recreation | |
| Tonto NF Camping & Cabins |
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