🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟡 Moderate $8 Tonto Daily Pass
🌊 About Roosevelt Lake
The largest of the Salt River reservoirs, popular for boating, wake surfing, and swimming, about 80 miles east of Phoenix.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$8 Tonto Daily Pass
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Best Season
📅 Spring–fall
Water Type
Largest Salt River Project reservoir
Managed By
US Forest Service (Tonto National Forest)
County
Gila County, Arizona
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Hwy 188, ~80 mi east of Phoenix, AZ
Access Notes:
Full-service marina; heavily visited on summer holidays
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $8 Tonto Daily Pass
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace