Bartlett Lake

AZ

Verde River reservoir with flathead catfish and desert camping.

33.820°N 111.630°W1,787 ft
BoatingCampingFishingPaddlingSwimming
Today89°FMostly Sunny · low 70°F
Wind0 to 5 mphS · NWS

Photo: Dave's98JeepTJ · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Rentals, stays & trips for Bartlett LakePartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Bartlett LakePontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Bartlett LakeLake cabins, vacation homes and hotelsExpedia · Vrbo Fishing charterHalf and full-day trips, gear includedViator Private campsiteWhen the public sites are fullHipcamp

Heads up: Off-season trips are quieter. Many owners still rent on calm, sunny weekends.

Rent a boat on Bartlett LakeBoatsetter · partner link→
Guides for Bartlett LakeBoat rentals →Camping →
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenFreeMap · USGS 3DHP

Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
Arizona
Elevation
1,787 ft
Boat ramps
2
Campgrounds
1
Fish species
None recorded

Get on the water

Ramps & rentals

Boat ramp

· 1.2 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

JoJoba Boating Launch

· 1.3 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Marina

· 1.0 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Boat rentals

Rent a boat for Bartlett Lake

Pontoons, ski boats and fishing boats from local owners, with or without a captain.

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Where to stay

Camp near the water

Rverside

USFS · USFS
· 1.2 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Public sites full?

Private sites nearby

Ranch, desert and waterfront sites hosted by landowners.

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Rather sleep indoors?

Cabins and hotels near Bartlett Lake

Lake houses, cabins and hotels close to the water, with free cancellation on many stays.

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No rig? No problem

RV delivered to camp

Some owners will drop a trailer at the campground and pick it up when you leave.

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Off the water

Nearby trails

SB Cove Shoreline Area Trailhead

US Forest Service · US Forest Service
· 3.4 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Trailheads from OpenStreetMap and hand-checked notes. Open the trailhead in your hiking app for full route details.

Before you launch

Gas, bait & supplies nearby

Bait and tackle

  • Best Barbeques & Islands 16255 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
    21.0 mi
  • YETI
    21.7 mi
  • Just Roughin' It Adventure Co
    22.3 mi
  • Gold Dog Tents 3343 North Reseda Circle, Mesa
    24.4 miCall

RV dump and fresh water

  • RV dump stationDump station
    10.5 mi
  • Super PumperDump station
    20.8 mi

Ranger stations

  • Visitor Center
    14.7 mi
  • Ashdale Ranger Station
    17.3 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Honor Health Urgent Care 16716 East Palisades Boulevard, Fountain Hills · Mo-Su 07:00-19:00
    15.5 miCall
  • Primary Care Walk-In Clinic 16605 East Palisades Boulevard, Fountain Hills · Mo-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa 09:00-15:00
    15.6 miCall
  • Carefree Internal Medicine 36800 North Sidewinder Road, Carefree
    16.7 mi
  • Real Life Weight Loss & Wellness 7301 East Sundance Trail, Carefree
    16.8 mi

Distances are straight-line from the water. Listings © OpenStreetMap contributors; hours change, so call ahead. In an emergency, call 911.

Trip planner

Build your weekend

Saturday75°FSunnyWind 0 to 5 mph WNW
Sunday78°FSunnyWind 0 to 10 mph ENE

National Weather Service forecast. Afternoon wind builds on big lakes; plan crossings for the morning.

How many days
Who's coming
Main thing

Packing list

Don't forget

Photos

Bartlett Lake in pictures

Bartlett Lake - panoramio (1).jpg
Dave's98JeepTJ · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Bartlett Lake - panoramio (3).jpg
Dave's98JeepTJ · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Double dip 120815-A-TA763-386.jpg
Sgt. Lauren Twigg · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Good to know

Bartlett Lake FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Bartlett Lake?

Yes. Boat rentals for Bartlett Lake can be searched on Boatsetter, where local owners list pontoons, ski boats and fishing boats, some with a captain. Availability changes by season, so book early for summer weekends. Public launches include Boat ramp, JoJoba Boating Launch, Marina.

Where can I launch a boat on Bartlett Lake?

Boat ramps and marinas listed for this water: Boat ramp, JoJoba Boating Launch, Marina. Fees and hours change by season, so check with the managing agency before you tow.

Where can I camp near Bartlett Lake?

Campgrounds near the water include Rverside. When public sites are full, private sites nearby are listed on Hipcamp.

Where can I buy bait near Bartlett Lake?

Bait and tackle nearby: Best Barbeques & Islands (21.0 mi), YETI (21.7 mi), Just Roughin' It Adventure Co (22.3 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

Lower Salt River19 mi · 16 cfsSaguaro Lake19 miCanyon Lake22 miApache Lake24 mi

Sources: USGS 3DHP, Recreation.gov RIDB, OpenStreetMap contributors, CDFW and AZGFD, GBIF, NWS. Photo credits are listed on the photo credits page. All outbound links are affiliate links.