Basics
- Location:
- 8 miles south of Flagstaff on paved roads
- Elevation:
- 7000 feet
- Season:
- May 1st to the end of September
Description
Sometime's its a lake; sometimes it's not. Lower Lake Mary, the smaller of Flagstaff's twin lakes, has a tendency to disappear during the long dry spells that periodically hit this area. When the lake has water in it, which is most of the time, its banks are usually lined with anglers trying to catch the trout which the Arizona Game and Fish Department stocks here.
If it stays full for a year or two, it will pick up a population of northern pike and catfish. During wet times it's a good place to come to watch waterfowl and catch a glimpse of the bald eagles that winter here. Otherwise, bring a kite.
Fishing
Fish:
Catfish
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Details
Location:
8 miles south of Flagstaff on paved roads
Elevation:
7000
Season:
May 1st to the end of September
Additional Details:
Nearest campground is Lake View, 5 miles south at Upper Lake Mary.
Amenities
Water Features
- Boat Ramp
- Toilets
- Picnic Areas
Water Activities
- Fishing
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Drive 8 miles south from Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3.
