Lake Pleasant

AZ

Phoenix's big boating lake with a full-service marina.

33.850°N 112.270°W1,674 ft
BoatingCampingFishingPaddlingRVSwimming
Today88°FMostly Sunny · low 71°F
Wind5 to 10 mphSSE · NWS

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

Rentals, stays & trips for Lake PleasantPartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Lake PleasantPontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Lake PleasantLake 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 Lake PleasantBoatsetter · partner link→
Guides for Lake PleasantBoat rentals →Camping →
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Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
Arizona
Elevation
1,674 ft
Boat ramps
1
Campgrounds
1
Fish species
None recorded

Get on the water

Ramps & rentals

Boat ramp

· 1.2 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Pleasant Harbor Marina

· 0.6 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Boat rentals

Rent a boat for Lake Pleasant

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

Roadrunner Campground

· 0.6 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 Lake Pleasant

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

Maricopa Trail Trailhead at Lake Pleasant

· 0.4 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Maricopa Trail Trailhead at Lake Pleasant Boat Launch

· 1.0 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Maricopa Trail Trailhead at Beardsly

· 1.3 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Pipeline Canyon Trail

1.9 mi · 3.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Yavapai Point Trail

1.5 mi · 3.8 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Cottonwood

1.2 mi · 4.6 mi from the water
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Emery Henderson Trailhead;Black Canyon Trail

· 5.6 mi from the water
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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

Gas and fuel docks

  • ShellDiesel 34951 Lake Pleasant Freeway, Peoria · 24/7
    3.8 mi
  • 4 Son's
    7.0 mi
  • Circle K
    7.1 mi
  • Gas station 4135 West Anthem Way, Phoenix
    7.1 mi

Bait and tackle

  • Sportsman's Warehouse 19205 North 27th Avenue, Phoenix
    15.8 mi
  • The Hook Up TackleBait
    17.2 mi
  • Sierra
    18.3 mi
  • Bass Pro Shops 9380 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale · Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 10:00-19:00
    21.5 miCall

Groceries and ice

  • Minute Mart 24/7
    3.8 miCall
  • Walmart SupercenterIce 4435 West Anthem Way, Phoenix · 24/7
    6.7 miCall
  • 4 Son's
    7.0 mi
  • Circle K 4135 West Anthem Way, Anthem
    7.0 miCall

RV dump and fresh water

  • RV dump stationDump station
    2.3 mi
  • Super PumperDump station
    18.3 mi

Ranger stations

  • Whte Tank Nature Center 20304 White Tank Mountain Road, Waddell · Nov 01-Apr 30 08:00-16:00; May 01-Oct 31 Mo-Sa 07:00-14:00; May 01-Oct 31 Su off
    23.5 mi
  • Ashdale Ranger Station
    23.9 mi
  • Visitor Center
    25.0 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Banner Health Clinic 28471 North Vistancia Boulevard, Peoria
    8.1 mi
  • Abrazo Medical Group at Peoria 26900 North Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria
    8.4 mi
  • Abrazo Peoria Emergency Center 26900 North Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria
    8.4 mi
  • NextCare Urgent Care 34640 North Valley Parkway, Phoenix · Mo-Fr 08:00-20:00, Sa-Su 08:00-16:00
    8.7 miCall

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 10 mph ESE
Sunday79°FSunnyWind 0 to 15 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

Good to know

Lake Pleasant FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Lake Pleasant?

Yes. Boat rentals for Lake Pleasant 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, Pleasant Harbor Marina.

Where can I launch a boat on Lake Pleasant?

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

Where can I camp near Lake Pleasant?

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

Is there gas near Lake Pleasant?

The closest listed fuel is Shell, about 3.8 miles from the water.

Where can I buy bait near Lake Pleasant?

Bait and tackle nearby: Sportsman's Warehouse (15.8 mi), The Hook Up Tackle (17.2 mi), Sierra (18.3 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

Bartlett Lake37 miLower Salt River44 mi · 16 cfsSaguaro Lake47 miCanyon Lake52 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.