Ashurst Lake - Flagstaff, AZ
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Ashurst Lake
GPS Coordinates: N 35° 01.252 W 111° 24.416
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Located 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff, Ashurst Lake boasts enough wind to attract a fairly large following of windsurfers. One of Ashurst Lake's most notable characteristics is its ability to hold a high water level in drought years.
The Lake is no longer stocked with trout, but has a good sized population of Northern Pike. A boat ramp is provided at the lake. There is ample parking for day-use. There is a campground host, in season.
Ashurst Lake is a good place to paddle your canoe or kayak as well. It boasts a stunning view of the San Francisco Peaks.
In addition to fishing and board sailing, the lake offers excellent opportunities for bird watching during the spring waterfowl migration. Bald eagles and osprey can also be seen in the area, along with a number of species of hawks and songbirds.
Ashurst Lake Campground and Forked Pine Campground hug the lakeshore with campsites huddled in a picturesque stand of gnarly old juniper trees and pinyon pines. The more developed Pine Grove Campground is located a short drive away.
The road to the lake is well-maintained dirt.


Facilities: Restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables, fire rings, cooking grills are provided at Ashurst Lake. There are 3 campgrounds in the area.

Best Time To Visit: Ashurst Lake is open year-round with amenities available from May through September (weather permitting). The nearby campgrounds are open May to the end of September. Free camping with no facilities may be available after this date, weather permitting.

Fees: No day-use fees are charged. A camping fee may apply.

Accessibility: This lake is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Tents and small motor homes are permitted. Ashurst permits trailers less than 22 feet. Pets must always be restrained or on a leash. No horses are allowed in the campground. Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving the campsite. Boat motors are limited to 10 horsepower or less.

If an angler catches a pike, Arizona Game and Fish is asking that it be destroyed; NOT released back into the lake.

Directions: To reach Ashurst Lake From Flagstaff, travel 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road) then east about 4 miles on Forest Road 82 East.

Map: Click here for a map to Ashurst Lake

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to use Ashurst Lake. Camping is first-come, first serve.

 
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Address
Coconino National Forest-Mormon Lake Ranger District
4373 S. Lake Mary Road
Flagstaff, Arizona 86001
Phone
General: (928) 774-1147
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