🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟢 Easy $9/vehicle
🌊 About Lynx Lake
A popular Prescott National Forest lake for swimming, fishing, and kayaking in the cool pines outside Prescott.
📋 Visit Details
Water Temperature
💧 Cool (~5,500 ft elevation)
Managed By
US Forest Service (Prescott National Forest)
County
Yavapai County, Arizona
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Lynx Lake Rd, Prescott, AZ 86303
Access Notes:
Easy access; developed recreation area with trails, picnic areas, campground
✅ 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: $9/vehicle
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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