Marshall Lake - Flagstaff, AZ

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GPS Coordinates: N 35° 07.134 W 111° 31.825

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Marshall Lake, twelve miles southeast of Flagstaff, is a small marshy body of water that's generally full of coots, Mallard ducks, and other waterfowl. Ducks Unlimited and the Arizona Game and Fish Department manage the lake, due to the wildlife habitat. During most years, the lake has enough water in it to be stocked with trout by the Arizona Game and Fish Department during the summer months.

In dry years, however, Marshall Lake may temporarily disappear! Even when the lake is dry this area still offers excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation.

On the east side of the lake is a primitive boat launch.

Dry or wet, a number of primitive campsites near the east side of the lake provide exceptional views of the San Francisco Peaks from pine-sheltered locations. The surrounding area also serves as a good place to come to see some of this area's plentiful elk or its rare wintering bald eagles.

Marshall Lake itself provides a hunting site for resident ospreys and a rest stop for migrating waterfowl.

Marshall Lake is also available for hunting waterfowl, in season, and with a valid hunting license and tags.

Marshall Lake is at an elevation of 7,115 feet.

Facilities: There are several primitive campgrounds surrounding Marshall Lake. Lake View Campground is located nearby, next to Upper Lake Mary. No toilets, tables, trash cans, or drinking water are available at the lake.

Best Time To Visit: Marshall Lake is open early May through mid-October and is stocked with trout during the summer months. Nearby Lake View Campground is open May through September.

Fees: There are no fees to use or access Marshall Lake.

Accessibility: This lake is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Please note that the northwest side of the lake is closed to vehicles to protect waterfowl nesting habitat. There is no driving permitted beyond the fence line. Motors are restricted to a 10 horsepower maximum.

Directions: To reach Marshall Lake From Flagstaff, Drive 9 miles south from Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road). Turn east (left) on Forest Road 128 about 3 miles to the lake. The last mile or so is unpaved and may be impassable at times due to mud or snow.

Map: Click here for a map to Marshall Lake

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to visit Marshall Lake.

Attractions Near
Marshall Lake

Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass)
Coconino National Forest
Lake View Campground
Pine Grove Campground
Upper Lake Mary


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Address

Coconino National Forest-Mormon Lake Ranger District

4373 S. Lake Mary Road

Flagstaff, Arizona 86001

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General: (928) 774-1147

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