Saguaro Lake
AZSalt River canyon lake with bighorn sheep on the cliffs.
Photo: Z Glyph · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Heads up: Off-season trips are quieter. Many owners still rent on calm, sunny weekends.
Quick facts
- Type
- Lake
- State
- Arizona
- Elevation
- 1,432 ft
- Boat ramps
- 1
- Campgrounds
- None listed
- Fish species
- None recorded
Get on the water
Ramps & rentals
Boat ramp
© OpenStreetMap contributorsSaguaro Lake Marina
© OpenStreetMap contributorsRent a boat for Saguaro Lake
Pontoons, ski boats and fishing boats from local owners, with or without a captain.
Affiliate linkWhere to stay
Camp near the water
Private sites nearby
Ranch, desert and waterfront sites hosted by landowners.
Affiliate linkCabins and hotels near Saguaro Lake
Lake houses, cabins and hotels close to the water, with free cancellation on many stays.
Affiliate linkOff the water
Nearby trails
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
- Ship StoreFuel dock6.3 mi
- Chevron 10180 North Fort Mcdowell Road, Fort Mcdowell8.6 mi
- Circle K 85 West Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction9.6 mi
- 76 420 North Apache Trail, Apache Junction9.8 mi
Bait and tackle
Groceries and ice
- Tortilla Flat Country Store8.4 mi
- Circle K 85 West Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction9.6 mi
- 4 Son's Food Store 1633 West Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction9.7 mi
- Shell 420 North Apache Trail, Apache Junction9.8 mi
RV dump and fresh water
- RV dump stationDump station7.4 mi
Ranger stations
- Lost Dutchman State Park 6109 East Apache Trail, Apache Junction7.3 mi
- Visitor Center22.3 mi
- Roosevelt Lake Visitor's Center 28079 Arizona State Route 188, Roosevelt · Mo-Su 08:00-16:30; PH off24.1 mi
Hospitals and urgent care
- Pinal County Public Health 575 North Idaho Road, Apache Junction · Tu-Fr 08:00-18:009.6 mi
- Horizon Health & Wellness 625 North Plaza Drive, Apache Junction9.7 mi
- Saguaro Fitness & Rehabilitation Center 305 North Plaza Drive, Apache Junction9.9 miCall
- Heavens Urgent Care 95 South Idaho Road, Apache Junction · Mo-Fr 10:00-20:00; Sa-Su 12:00-18:0010.1 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
National Weather Service forecast. Afternoon wind builds on big lakes; plan crossings for the morning.
Packing list
Don't forget
Good to know
Saguaro Lake FAQ
Can you rent a boat on Saguaro Lake?
Yes. Boat rentals for Saguaro 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, Saguaro Lake Marina.
Where can I launch a boat on Saguaro Lake?
Boat ramps and marinas listed for this water: Boat ramp, Saguaro Lake Marina. Fees and hours change by season, so check with the managing agency before you tow.
Is there gas near Saguaro Lake?
The closest listed fuel is Ship Store, about 6.3 miles from the water. There is also a fuel dock on the water.
Where can I buy bait near Saguaro Lake?
Bait and tackle nearby: Bass Addict Tackle (10.7 mi), Liar's Korner (11.4 mi), Gold Dog Tents (12.8 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.
Keep exploring
Nearby water
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.