Peña Blanca Lake — Attraction in Arizona

Great lake for kayaking and boating. Lots of covered picnic tables. I'm skeptical about the bottom fish due to the high mercury level in the lake sediment reported by the forest service. Slthough there are no warning signs that I saw. The boat launch is nice and there is a dock and a dock for fishing too. Lots of parking for boat trailers. There looked to be a lot of nice fishing areas off the bank also. There are put toilets. Primitive camping is near by the lake. I did not see any areas posted for swimming. There are nice mountain views from all over the lake. Lots of wildlife viewing and opportunity for...

Little reservoir but quiet and private. Went on a Friday and had the whole lake to ourselves! Take a camping chair as there is no where to really sit on the docks. The road to the lake is curvy and narrow so keep the speed low and enjoy the beautiful canyon that it sits in. A few handicap parking at the main boat ramp and several spots for your boat and trailer with a short walk (on an incline). Great for bird watching, hiking and fishing! There is heavy traffic from the...

One of the most natural places in Arizona where you can find cows and people mingling without killing each other. The lake is good, but I think it needs a better shore. Also, the no flame restriction is weird because everyone was grilling including us. The place needs more facilities such as path rooms and fountains. The lake itself is amazing and very clean and clear. Although I can’t swim I saw my friend clearly inside the water while he was drowning....Don’t worry...